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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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Kitchens should be equipped with an exhaust fan that vents directly outdoors

Kitchens should be equipped with an exhaust fan that vents directly outdoors
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Madrona PH Window Installation | Seattle, WA

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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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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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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

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Moisture Management in Residential Construction Series - Quality Management System

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Most residential heat pumps are installed incorrectly and with energy-wasting faults.

Most residential heat pumps are installed incorrectly and with energy-wasting faults.
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National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 2012) identifies four categories for combustion furnaces and water heaters based on combustion type (sealed or unsealed) and vent pipe temperature

National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 2012) identifies four categories for combustion furnaces and water heaters based on combustion type (sealed or unsealed) and vent pipe temperature
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Naturally drafted heater installed. Requires combustion safety testing

Naturally drafted heater installed. Requires combustion safety testing
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Naturally drafted water heater installed. Requires combustion safety testing

Naturally drafted water heater installed. Requires combustion safety testing
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New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Lancaster County Career and Technology Center Green Home 3 - Mount Joy, Pennsylvania

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New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: New Traditions Homes, Landover Commons, Vancouver, WA

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Open sump pump

Open sump pump
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Packing tape has been removed and damper will be able to function properly once fan is installed

Packing tape has been removed and damper will be able to function properly once fan is installed
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Pellet Stoves in Southeast Alaska: the Basics & the Benefits

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Place first shingle and next section of sidewall flashing over upper edge of diverter

Place first shingle and next section of sidewall flashing over upper edge of diverter
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Plan view of duct or pipe penetration through exterior wall showing flashing and air sealing details

Plan view of duct or pipe penetration through exterior wall showing flashing and air sealing details
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Plan view of electric box installation in exterior wall showing flashing and air sealing details

Plan view of electric box installation in exterior wall showing flashing and air sealing details
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Power vented water heater installed

Power vented water heater installed