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When averaged over several years, more fatalities are caused by extreme heat than by any other weather-related hazard

When averaged over several years, more fatalities are caused by extreme heat than by any other weather-related hazard
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When condensation forms on the interior side of wall sheathing and is not able to dry out, it can lead to mold growth and rotting of wall sheathing and framing

When condensation forms on the interior side of wall sheathing and is not able to dry out, it can lead to mold growth and rotting of wall sheathing and framing
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Which roof shape best stands up to the fiercest gale?

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Why A Sealed FORTIFIED Roof

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Wind path and uplift force for a gabled roof, a hip roof, and a pyramidal (another variant of a hip) roof design

Wind path and uplift force for a gabled roof, a hip roof, and a pyramidal (another variant of a hip) roof design
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Wind Resistant Roof Systems

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Wind Resistant Roof Types

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Wind uplift pressure diagram of forces on continuous load path key links.

Wind uplift pressure diagram of forces on continuous load path key links.
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Window and door rough openings in the ICF wall are surrounded with pressure-treated wood

Window and door rough openings in the ICF wall are surrounded with pressure-treated wood
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Window sash modification

Window sash modification
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Window sash replacement jamb liners

Window sash replacement jamb liners
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Window sash retrofit example

Window sash retrofit example
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Windows are installed in new framing in preparation for adding exterior spray foam insulation

Windows are installed in new framing in preparation for adding exterior spray foam insulation
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Windows are sized and positioned so only one king stud is needed on each side of the window.

Windows are sized and positioned so only one king stud is needed on each side of the window.
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Wood blocking is used as a splice to connect top plates together

Wood blocking is used as a splice to connect top plates together
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Wood Frame and Steel Sheathing Tornado Safe Room

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Wood Tornado Shelters Segment 1

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Wood Tornado Shelters Segment 2

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Wood Tornado Shelters Segment 3

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Wood Tornado Shelters Segment 4

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Wood Tornado Shelters Segment 5

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Wood Tornado Shelters Segment 6

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Wrong - Window header is missing top plate.

Wrong - Window header is missing top plate.
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Wrong - Area around window framing not air sealed

Wrong - Area around window framing not air sealed