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To reduce the risk of condensation on the interior of the roof sheathing in cold weather, the ratio of exterior (above-deck) insulation must be increased as a percent of total attic insulation as outside temperature decreases

To reduce the risk of condensation on the interior of the roof sheathing in cold weather, the ratio of exterior (above-deck) insulation must be increased as a percent of total attic insulation as outside temperature decreases
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Traditional methods of site drainage, such as site grading, can be difficult to achieve on urban sites.

Traditional methods of site drainage, such as site grading, can be difficult to achieve on urban sites.
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True or False: New construction can contribute to flooding.

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Types of heat pump water heaters commonly used in central heat pump water heating systems include single pass units, multi pass units, and integrated units

Types of heat pump water heaters commonly used in central heat pump water heating systems include single pass units, multi pass units, and integrated units
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Typical basement foundation and safe room.

Typical basement foundation and safe room.
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Typical roof truss top chord bracing

Typical roof truss top chord bracing
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Uninsulated, unsealed, or missing rim joists allow attic air and heat into the floor cavity

Uninsulated, unsealed, or missing rim joists allow attic air and heat into the floor cavity
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Unsealed, uninsulated rim joists allow outside air and heat into the floor cavity

Unsealed, uninsulated rim joists allow outside air and heat into the floor cavity
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Unvented air-sealed crawlspace is insulated along the perimeter walls with rigid foam

Unvented air-sealed crawlspace is insulated along the perimeter walls with rigid foam
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Use proper lapping of siding to keep water flowing down and out of walls.

Use proper lapping of siding to keep water flowing down and out of walls.
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Utility room floor plan showing solar hot water tank

Utility room floor plan showing solar hot water tank
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Vented crawlspace foundation insulated at floor joist with rigid foam.

Vented crawlspace foundation insulated at floor joist with rigid foam.
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Voice of the Builder: DOE Zero Energy Ready Home Builders Share their Secrets for Cost-Effective High-Performance Homes

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Wall Bracing IV: Seismic-Related Provisions

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Wall Bracing: Satisfy the code with strong, resilient, fully sheathed walls

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Wall Construction

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Water Moisture Issues: Flashing Windows, Water Leaks, and Kick-Out Flashings

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Water should not be directed to flow into the wall. This could soon lead to water intrusion inside the wall.

Water should not be directed to flow into the wall. This could soon lead to water intrusion inside the wall.
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Water stains on the framing indicate water infiltration at the skylight

Water stains on the framing indicate water infiltration at the skylight
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Waverly Home Addition | Exterior Cladding Details

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Weather barrier should be taped and sealed around all edges and penetrations to prevent moisture infiltration.

Weather barrier should be taped and sealed around all edges and penetrations to prevent moisture infiltration.
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Wet Floodproofing

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What is a High Performance Home and How to Consistently Deliver It at Lower Cost

What is a High Performance Home and How to Consistently Deliver It at Lower Cost
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What is Good Housing Design and How to Consistently Deliver It

What is Good Housing Design and How to Consistently Deliver It