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Right – Foundation drainage mat was installed over the waterproof membrane that covers the sealed crawlspace window

Right – Foundation drainage mat was installed over the waterproof membrane that covers the sealed crawlspace window
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Right – Interior grade is elevated and flood vents are located slightly above interior grade

Right – Interior grade is elevated and flood vents are located slightly above interior grade
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Right – Penetrations through the floor are air sealed

Right – Penetrations through the floor are air sealed
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Right – Polyethylene sheeting vapor barrier is installed and sealed to the crawlspace walls with mastic

Right – Polyethylene sheeting vapor barrier is installed and sealed to the crawlspace walls with mastic
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Right – Smart equipment for homes may include a tablet or touchpad from which the homeowner can control lighting, HVAC, window shades, security, music, and other home automation features.

Right – Smart equipment for homes may include a tablet or touchpad from which the homeowner can control lighting, HVAC, window shades, security, music, and other home automation features.
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Right – Spray foam insulation was sprayed onto the ground and along the sides of the foundation walls and piers of this insulated crawl space.

Right – Spray foam insulation was sprayed onto the ground and along the sides of the foundation walls and piers of this insulated crawl space.
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Right – The insulating enclosure over this non-IC rated recessed light fixture is centered and air sealed

Right – The insulating enclosure over this non-IC rated recessed light fixture is centered and air sealed
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Right – The recessed can light penetration is sealed with caulk to the drywall.

Right – The recessed can light penetration is sealed with caulk to the drywall.
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Right – The top of the enclosure over this recessed can light remains clear of attic insulation

Right – The top of the enclosure over this recessed can light remains clear of attic insulation
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Right – This crawlspace window was completely sealed off on the inside and outside with air barrier and water-proof materials and the window well was filled in to an above-grade height to prevent bulk water from entering the crawlspace

Right – This crawlspace window was completely sealed off on the inside and outside with air barrier and water-proof materials and the window well was filled in to an above-grade height to prevent bulk water from entering the crawlspace
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Right – This ICAT recessed light is sprayed with foam to act as gasket against the drywall.

Right – This ICAT recessed light is sprayed with foam to act as gasket against the drywall.
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Right – This recessed light is ICAT labeled, but still needs a gasket.

Right – This recessed light is ICAT labeled, but still needs a gasket.
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Right – This recessed light was installed with a trim kit and is ICAT labeled.

Right – This recessed light was installed with a trim kit and is ICAT labeled.
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Right--A heavy polyethylene sheet covers the floor of this crawlspace providing a capillary break and vapor barrier to keep soil gases out of the house.

Right--A heavy polyethylene sheet covers the floor of this crawlspace providing a capillary break and vapor barrier to keep soil gases out of the house.
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Right--The polyethylene ground cover for this insulated crawlspace is taped at seams and around posts before the insulation and slab are installed.

Right--The polyethylene ground cover for this insulated crawlspace is taped at seams and around posts before the insulation and slab are installed.
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Rigid Foam Board Interior Insulation for Existing Foundation Walls

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Rigid foam insulation and a thin slab were installed over the dirt and gravel of this sealed crawlspace

Rigid foam insulation and a thin slab were installed over the dirt and gravel of this sealed crawlspace
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Rigid foam insulation applied to the crawlspace walls, allowing a 3-in. pest control inspection strip at the top

Rigid foam insulation applied to the crawlspace walls, allowing a 3-in. pest control inspection strip at the top
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Rigid foam insulation in vent areas

Rigid foam insulation in vent areas
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Screw-in LED light bulbs are a highly efficient alternative to residential incandescent bulbs.

Screw-in LED light bulbs are a highly efficient alternative to residential incandescent bulbs.
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Seal all penetrations through the band joist

Seal all penetrations through the band joist
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Seal the crack between the sill plate and the foundation wall

Seal the crack between the sill plate and the foundation wall
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Sealing the vent area insulation

Sealing the vent area insulation
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Select dimmers that are fully compatible with installed lighting

Select dimmers that are fully compatible with installed lighting