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Step 6. Apply construction tape over the self-adhered flashing

Step 6. Apply construction tape over the self-adhered flashing
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Step and kick-out flashing at all roof-wall intersections extending ≥ 4 in. on wall surface above roof deck and integrated with drainage plane above

Step and kick-out flashing at all roof-wall intersections extending ≥ 4 in. on wall surface above roof deck and integrated with drainage plane above
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Strips of roofing membrane are used to flash around a skylight on a flat roof retrofit

Strips of roofing membrane are used to flash around a skylight on a flat roof retrofit
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Stucco drainable wall assembly

Stucco drainable wall assembly
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Sump pump covers mechanically attached with full gasket seal or equivalent

Sump pump covers mechanically attached with full gasket seal or equivalent
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Sump pump functions

Sump pump functions
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Tape flashing around windows helps to keep moisture out of the framed walls.

Tape flashing around windows helps to keep moisture out of the framed walls.
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Tape the joint between the top insulation sheet and the Z-flashing with 2" wide tape to improve air tightness

Tape the joint between the top insulation sheet and the Z-flashing with 2" wide tape to improve air tightness
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Technology Solutions Case Study: Combustion Safety Simplified Test Protocol

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Optimizing Hydronic System Performance in Residential Applications, Ithaca, New York

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Replacement of Variable-Speed Motors for Furnaces

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Selecting Ventilation Systems for Existing Homes

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Steam System Balancing and Tuning for Multifamily Residential Buildings, Chicago, Illinois

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Temporary deployment locations for probes used during HVAC commissioning; these probes connect to smartphone commissioning applications.

Temporary deployment locations for probes used during HVAC commissioning; these probes connect to smartphone commissioning applications.
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The “down” and “out” approach to flashing – metal flashing directs water down and out of building assemblies

The “down” and “out” approach to flashing – metal flashing directs water down and out of building assemblies
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The back-draft damper on this exhaust fan is closed to prevent cross contamination

The back-draft damper on this exhaust fan is closed to prevent cross contamination
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The back-draft damper on this exhaust fan is open when the exhaust fan is operating

The back-draft damper on this exhaust fan is open when the exhaust fan is operating
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The back-draft damper open when the fan is actively exhausting and closes when the fan is off

The back-draft damper open when the fan is actively exhausting and closes when the fan is off
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The blocking is completely flashed with roofing membrane before the PV rack hardware is attached on a flat roof

The blocking is completely flashed with roofing membrane before the PV rack hardware is attached on a flat roof
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The ENERGY STAR logo on the manufacturer’s label indicates this is an ENERGY STAR qualifying exhaust fan

The ENERGY STAR logo on the manufacturer’s label indicates this is an ENERGY STAR qualifying exhaust fan
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The fluid-applied asphalt coating provides a weather-resistant, moisture resistant layer around the house, serving as a continuous drainage plane and flashing for window and door openings.

The fluid-applied asphalt coating provides a weather-resistant, moisture resistant layer around the house, serving as a continuous drainage plane and flashing for window and door openings.
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The home is sheathed with rigid foam insulation and all seams and holes are taped to provide a continuous air barrier.

The home is sheathed with rigid foam insulation and all seams and holes are taped to provide a continuous air barrier.
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The ICF foundation wall of this home is covered with metal flashing before the siding is installed.

The ICF foundation wall of this home is covered with metal flashing before the siding is installed.
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The manufacturer’s label found on this exhaust fan housing shows a sone rating of 1.0

The manufacturer’s label found on this exhaust fan housing shows a sone rating of 1.0