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A water-resistant membrane that takes the place of house wrap is sprayed is painted over seams and window framing then sprayed over the entire wall to provide a weather-resistant air barrier.

A water-resistant membrane that takes the place of house wrap is sprayed is painted over seams and window framing then sprayed over the entire wall to provide a weather-resistant air barrier.
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A WaterSense-labeled showerhead is tested to ensure a flow of ≤ 0.35 gallons in a 10-second test.

A WaterSense-labeled showerhead is tested to ensure a flow of ≤ 0.35 gallons in a 10-second test.
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Above the Flood

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Adding planted terraces to a sloped yard can slow down runoff and reduce erosion

Adding planted terraces to a sloped yard can slow down runoff and reduce erosion
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Addressing mold after a natural disaster

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Adjustable jamb/head weatherstripping.

Adjustable jamb/head weatherstripping.
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After air-sealing the exhaust fan box, re-install the fan, and lights if needed, and re-attach the cover

After air-sealing the exhaust fan box, re-install the fan, and lights if needed, and re-attach the cover
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After cleaning the exhaust fan, the gap around the fan between the fan housing and the drywall should be caulked to stop air leakage from the house to the attic

After cleaning the exhaust fan, the gap around the fan between the fan housing and the drywall should be caulked to stop air leakage from the house to the attic
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After its thorough cleaning, this exhaust fan should operate much more efficiently and quietly

After its thorough cleaning, this exhaust fan should operate much more efficiently and quietly
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After removing the light bulb from this combination exhaust fan/light, the housing for the light can be removed by unscrewing this nut

After removing the light bulb from this combination exhaust fan/light, the housing for the light can be removed by unscrewing this nut
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After spray foam dries, a utility knife can be used to carefully trim excess foam around the exhaust fan housing

After spray foam dries, a utility knife can be used to carefully trim excess foam around the exhaust fan housing
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Air flow is produced when central HVAC fan is energized (set thermostat to “fan”)

Air flow is produced when central HVAC fan is energized (set thermostat to “fan”)
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Air seal and insulate around the exhaust fan with a rigid foam box

Air seal and insulate around the exhaust fan with a rigid foam box
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Air seal around kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.

Air seal around kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.
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Air seal rough opening from inside

Air seal rough opening from inside
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Air seal whole-house fans to minimize air leakage.

Air seal whole-house fans to minimize air leakage.
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Air sealing at whole house fan enclosure

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Air sealing at whole house fan enclosure
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Allow 1/32" clearance between the fastener head and the vinyl siding panel.

Allow 1/32" clearance between the fastener head and the vinyl siding panel.
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Allow two to three feet of straight duct run from the fan exhaust port to the first elbow

Allow two to three feet of straight duct run from the fan exhaust port to the first elbow
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An ENERGY STAR central exhaust ventilation test is performed on a rooftop ERV duct system by an ENERGY STAR MFNC rater

An ENERGY STAR central exhaust ventilation test is performed on a rooftop ERV duct system by an ENERGY STAR MFNC rater.
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An engineered bioswale uses perforated pipe laid in rock and landscape fabric at the bottom of a vegetated trench to direct water away from a site.

An engineered bioswale uses perforated pipe laid in rock and landscape fabric at the bottom of a vegetated trench to direct water away from a site.
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An erosion control blanket protects the slope from erosion and provides favorable conditions for bank revegetation

An erosion control blanket protects the slope from erosion and provides favorable conditions for bank revegetation
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An ERV’s supply and exhaust design airflow rate (CFM), external static pressure (ESP), and total static pressure (TSP) are shown on this HVAC Schedule in the mechanical plans; the static pressures are shown in units of inches of water

An ERV’s supply and exhaust design airflow rate (CFM), external static pressure (ESP), and total static pressure (TSP) are shown on this HVAC Schedule in the mechanical plans; the static pressures are shown in units of inches of water
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An example of the water budget tool report for determining a home's landscaping irrigation needs.

An example of the water budget tool report for determining a home's landscaping irrigation needs..