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Fill in the hole left by the missing top plate with a rigid air blocking material or rolled batt insulation that is spray foamed in place

Fill in the hole left by the missing top plate with a rigid air blocking material or rolled batt insulation that is spray foamed in place
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Filter access panel includes gasket or comparable sealing mechanism and fits snugly against the exposed edge of filter when closed to prevent bypass

Filter access panel includes gasket or comparable sealing mechanism and fits snugly against the exposed edge of filter when closed to prevent bypass
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Filter located and installed so as to facilitate access and regular service by the owner

Filter located and installed so as to facilitate access and regular service by the owner
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FORTIFIED Animation: Hurricane - Continuous Load Path

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FORTIFIED Animation: Hurricane & HWH - Gables

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FORTIFIED Roof System - Hurricane

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Foundation wall exterior board insulation with above-grade wall insulation

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Foundation wall exterior board insulation with above-grade wall insulation
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Frame preparation for replacement window sashes

Frame preparation for replacement window sashes
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Frame wall and install blocking

Frame wall and install blocking
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Framing is built around the window before exterior rigid foam is installed on the exterior walls around the window.

Framing is built around the window before exterior rigid foam is installed on the exterior walls around the window.
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Framing Walls for a Zero Energy Ready Home

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Furnace filter resistance varies by surface area; deeper pleats add surface area

Furnace filter resistance varies by surface area; deeper pleats add surface area
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Furnace filters come in many sizes; verify the correct size when purchasing for proper fit in the filter slot.

Furnace filters come in many sizes; verify the correct size when purchasing for proper fit in the filter slot.
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Furnace filters that are MERV 6 or higher protect the HVAC equipment and improve indoor air quality

Furnace filters that are MERV 6 or higher protect the HVAC equipment and improve indoor air quality
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Gable End Bracing and Framing

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Gaps at shared common walls can be a significant source of air leakage in multi-family buildings

Gaps at shared common walls can be a significant source of air leakage in multi-family buildings
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Gasket installed along entire seam of the modular home marriage joint

Gasket installed along entire seam of the modular home marriage joint
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Get a Storm Ready Roof

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Hanger Bolt Mounting with Flashing for Mounting PV Panels on a Round Tile Roof

Hanger Bolt Mounting with Flashing for Mounting PV Panels on a Round Tile Roof
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Headers over windows and doors are insulated rather than solid wood.

Headers over windows and doors are insulated rather than solid wood.
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Headers over windows on non-load-bearing walls are open to allow room for insulation.

Headers over windows on non-load-bearing walls are open to allow room for insulation.
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Health in the Ultimate Z.E.N. Home

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High Performance Builder Spotlight: LifeStyle Homes