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Instead of solid timber headers over windows, insulated headers can be used consisting of prefabricated structural insulated panels or site-fabricated with two sheets of plywood sandwiching a layer of rigid foam.

Instead of solid timber headers over windows, insulated headers can be used consisting of prefabricated structural insulated panels or site-fabricated with two sheets of plywood sandwiching a layer of rigid foam.
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Insulated header made of one piece of plywood aligned with exterior wall, with room for insulation to inside

Insulated header made of one piece of plywood aligned with exterior wall, with room for insulation to inside
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Insulated header made of two pieces of plywood that sandwich a layer of rigid foam insulation

Insulated header made of two pieces of plywood that sandwich a layer of rigid foam insulation
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Insulated headers can be hung with metal hangers instead of jack studs to reduce lumber usage

Insulated headers can be hung with metal hangers instead of jack studs to reduce lumber usage
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Integrate pre-formed vent pipe flashing, shingle-fashion, with roofing underlayment and shingles

Integrate pre-formed vent pipe flashing, shingle-fashion, with roofing underlayment and shingles
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Interior access door

Interior access door
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Karuna Passive House Window Installation Demonstration

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Kick-Out Diverter Flashing Detail

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Kick-Out Diverter Flashing Detail
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Kickout diverter flashing keeps bulk water from the roof from overflowing the gutter and continuously wetting the siding material.

Kickout diverter flashing keeps bulk water from the roof from overflowing the gutter and continuously wetting the siding material.
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Kickout flashing made in the field from sheet metal is often too small to be effective at diverting roof rainwater runoff away from the wall and into a gutter.

Kickout flashing made in the field from sheet metal is often too small to be effective at diverting roof rainwater runoff away from the wall and into a gutter.
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Latches were added to this attic access panel to hold it more tightly against the weatherstripping for better air sealing when closed.

Latches were added to this attic access panel to hold it more tightly against the weatherstripping for better air sealing when closed.
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Madrona PH Window Installation | Seattle, WA

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Manufactured insulated header

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Manufactured insulated header
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Measure the thickness of the space on the back of the garage door area where you will install the rigid foam insulation.

Measure the thickness of the space on the back of the garage door area where you will install the rigid foam insulation.
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Metal cap flashing is installed over the roof parapet and extends down over the roofing membrane

Metal cap flashing is installed over the roof parapet and extends down over the roofing membrane
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Metal flashing protects the top of the ledger board, and the wall behind it is protected by bituminous self-adhered or metal flashing integrated with the house wrap.

Metal flashing protects the top of the ledger board, and the wall behind it is protected by bituminous self-adhered or metal flashing integrated with the house wrap.
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Mini truss header - section

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Mini truss header - section
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Missing flashing around windows can allow water to get into the wall causing extensive damage to wall materials.

Missing flashing around windows can allow water to get into the wall causing extensive damage to wall materials.
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Missing step flashing and kickout flashing caused rotting of wall and roof sheathing, fascia, framing, and plywood cover below the eave at this complicated roof juncture.

Missing step flashing and kickout flashing caused rotting of wall and roof sheathing, fascia, framing, and plywood cover below the eave at this complicated roof juncture.
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Modern low-E exterior storm windows blend in with the original window and provide a year-round increased comfort and energy efficiency

Modern low-E exterior storm windows blend in with the original window and provide a year-round increased comfort and energy efficiency
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Moisture Management in Residential Construction - Building Enclosure: Exterior Door Installation

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Moisture Management in Residential Construction Series - "Hot Spot" Quality HVAC Ductwork

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Moisture Management in Residential Construction Series - Building Enclosure: Exterior Wall Overview

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Moisture Management in Residential Construction Series - Building Enclosure: Window Installation