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Install self-adhesive sill flashing

Install self-adhesive sill flashing
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Install shingle starter strip then kick-out diverter; attach to roof deck but not sidewall

Install shingle starter strip then kick-out diverter; attach to roof deck but not sidewall
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Install the housewrap. Cut housewrap to fit over diverter and tape top of cut

Install the housewrap. Cut housewrap to fit over diverter and tape top of cut
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Installation of weatherstripping on a window.

Installation of weatherstripping on a window.
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Installation sequence for deck ledger flashing.

Installation sequence for deck ledger flashing.
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Installing a garage exhaust fan is one important step in keeping auto exhaust and other pollutants out of the home

Installing a garage exhaust fan is one important step in keeping auto exhaust and other pollutants out of the home
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Integrate pre-formed vent pipe flashing, shingle-fashion, with roofing underlayment and shingles

Integrate pre-formed vent pipe flashing, shingle-fashion, with roofing underlayment and shingles
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Karuna Passive House Blower Door Test

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Karuna Passive House Window Installation Demonstration

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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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Kickout flashing made in the field from sheet metal is often too small to be effective at diverting roof rainwater runoff away from the wall and into a gutter.

Kickout flashing made in the field from sheet metal is often too small to be effective at diverting roof rainwater runoff away from the wall and into a gutter.
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Limited attic access can make inspections for missing air barriers and insulation challenging

Limited attic access can make inspections for missing air barriers and insulation challenging
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Limited attic access may make it necessary to use a bore scope when inspecting for missing air barriers and insulation in existing buildings.

Limited attic access may make it necessary to use a bore scope when inspecting for missing air barriers and insulation in existing buildings.
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Madrona PH Window Installation | Seattle, WA

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Measure the air flow of an exhaust fan with a flow hood

Measure the air flow of an exhaust fan with a flow hood
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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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Metal flashing protects the top of the ledger board, and the wall behind it is protected by bituminous self-adhered or metal flashing integrated with the house wrap.

Metal flashing protects the top of the ledger board, and the wall behind it is protected by bituminous self-adhered or metal flashing integrated with the house wrap.
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Missing flashing around windows can allow water to get into the wall causing extensive damage to wall materials.

Missing flashing around windows can allow water to get into the wall causing extensive damage to wall materials.
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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 levels are checked in the blown cellulose insulation before enclosing the walls.

Moisture levels are checked in the blown cellulose insulation before enclosing the walls.
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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