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A hole has been drilled in this ductwork so a static pressure probe can be inserted for a duct leakage test; the hole will be plugged after the test

A hole has been drilled in this ductwork so a static pressure probe can be inserted for a duct leakage test; the hole will be plugged after the test
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A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a slab foundation

A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a slab foundation
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A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a basement foundation

A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a basement foundation
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A liquid-applied water barrier covers the walls, serving as a drainage plane, air and vapor barrier, and secondary window flashing beneath the rigid foam that will be installed next.

A liquid-applied water barrier covers the walls, serving as a drainage plane, air and vapor barrier, and secondary window flashing beneath the rigid foam that will be installed next.
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A mesh plastic rainscreen product separates the coated OSB from the siding, providing a drainage space and ventilation gap.

A mesh plastic rainscreen product separates the coated OSB from the siding, providing a drainage space and ventilation gap.
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A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete column, concrete slab, and concrete pier.

A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete column, concrete slab, and concrete pier.
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A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete pier, concrete retaining wall, and concrete slab.

A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete pier, concrete retaining wall, and concrete slab.
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A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete slab and a rock anchor.

A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete slab and a rock anchor.
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A method to ensure waterproofing continuity across the elevator pit of a multistory multifamily building.

A method to ensure waterproofing continuity across the elevator pit of a multistory multifamily building.
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A moisture meter verifies that the moisture of the framing is below the recommended 18%.

A moisture meter verifies that the moisture of the framing is below the recommended 18%.
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A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner coil of the pre-insulated flexible duct

A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner coil of the pre-insulated flexible duct
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A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner liner of the pre-insulated flexible duct

A nylon draw band and tensioning tool are used to secure the inner liner of the pre-insulated flexible duct
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A paint-on flashing is used around the windows and doors for seamless water protection.

A paint-on flashing is used around the windows and doors for seamless water protection.
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A paint-on waterproofing covers the exterior and tops of the concrete block foundation walls and piers to block moisture moving up through the concrete, while foil-faced R-13 insulation lines the inside surface of the exterior walls.

A paint-on waterproofing covers the exterior and tops of the concrete block foundation walls and piers to block moisture moving up through the concrete, while foil-faced R-13 insulation lines the inside surface of the exterior walls.
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A permeable ground surface of crushed stone and vegetation helps control runoff on this small lot in the often rainy Pacific Northwest.

A permeable ground surface of crushed stone and vegetation helps control runoff on this small lot in the often rainy Pacific Northwest.
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A piece of siding is used as sill extension and to provide slope in the opening for the window, which is deeper because exterior rigid foam has been added

A piece of siding is used as sill extension and to provide slope in the opening for the window, which is deeper because exterior rigid foam has been added
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A planted “green” roof absorbs storm water runoff.

A planted “green” roof absorbs storm water runoff.
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A plastic fiber drainage mat rainscreen provides uniform support for the siding and allows moisture to flow horizontally and diagonally in addition to vertically.

A plastic fiber drainage mat rainscreen provides uniform support for the siding and allows moisture to flow horizontally and diagonally in addition to vertically.
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A plastic mesh rain screen is installed over the rigid foam to provide an air gap behind the exterior cladding allowing for drainage and drying.

A plastic mesh rain screen is installed over the rigid foam to provide an air gap behind the exterior cladding allowing for drainage and drying.
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A push button operates the on-demand hot water circulation pump in this master bathroom.

A push button operates the on-demand hot water circulation pump in this master bathroom.
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A rigid metal duct vents the exhaust fan.

A rigid metal duct vents the exhaust fan.
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A roof drain is installed in an existing flat roof retrofitted with above-deck rigid foam insulation that is integrated with new air and water control layers

A roof drain is installed in an existing flat roof retrofitted with above-deck rigid foam insulation that is integrated with new air and water control layers
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A rooftop rainwater collection system with PV power for pump.

A rooftop rainwater collection system with PV power for pump.
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A rooftop rainwater collection system.

A rooftop rainwater collection system.