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A braced water heater is attached to a raised platform that is anchored to the floor

A braced water heater is attached to a raised platform that is anchored to the floor
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A common method of addressing significant groundwater leakage in the foundation is to line the entire foundation assembly, including the slab, with a drainage layer.

A common method of addressing significant groundwater leakage in the foundation is to line the entire foundation assembly, including the slab, with a drainage layer.
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A common method of addressing significant groundwater leakage in the foundation is to line the interior perimeter of the foundation with a drainage layer.

A common method of addressing significant groundwater leakage in the foundation is to line the interior perimeter of the foundation with a drainage layer.
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A concrete skirt provides pest resistance at the building perimeter

A concrete skirt provides pest resistance at the building perimeter
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A cone or disc of plastic or sheet metal can be installed on pipes and downspouts to prevent rodents from climbing up the outside and gaining access to the roof

A cone or disc of plastic or sheet metal can be installed on pipes and downspouts to prevent rodents from climbing up the outside and gaining access to the roof
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A continuous drainage mat rainscreen made from vacuum-molded plastic provides uniform support for the siding and allows moisture to flow horizontally and diagonally in addition to vertically.

A continuous drainage mat rainscreen made from vacuum-molded plastic provides uniform support for the siding and allows moisture to flow horizontally and diagonally in addition to vertically.
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A Cup of Joe: Below Grade Water Control | Building Science Deconstructed

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A gut rehab that includes drywall removal provides the opportunity to thoroughly insulate the walls.

A gut rehab that includes drywall removal provides the opportunity to thoroughly insulate the walls.
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A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a slab foundation

A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a slab foundation
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A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a basement foundation

A layer of pea gravel or crushed stone, 4 inches thick and sloped 5%, provides a pest-resistant ground break around the perimeter of a basement foundation
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A liquid-applied water barrier covers the walls, serving as a drainage plane, air and vapor barrier, and secondary window flashing beneath the rigid foam that will be installed next.

A liquid-applied water barrier covers the walls, serving as a drainage plane, air and vapor barrier, and secondary window flashing beneath the rigid foam that will be installed next.
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A masonry chimney is reconstructed to withstand seismic forces by adding an insert to the existing firebox

A masonry chimney is reconstructed to withstand seismic forces by adding an insert to the existing firebox
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A masonry chimney is reconstructed to withstand seismic forces by completely retrofitting the firebox and chimney using light-frame construction on the top of the foundation

A masonry chimney is reconstructed to withstand seismic forces by completely retrofitting the firebox and chimney using light-frame construction on the top of the foundation
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A masonry chimney is reconstructed to withstand seismic forces by maintaining the current firebox but replacing the chimney section with a metal flue and light-weight chimney enclosure.

A masonry chimney is reconstructed to withstand seismic forces by maintaining the current firebox but replacing the chimney section with a metal flue and light-weight chimney enclosure.
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A masonry chimney is shortened and capped at roof level to reduce its chances of detaching in high winds or earthquakes; the fireplace can no longer be used.

A masonry chimney is shortened and capped at roof level to reduce its chances of detaching in high winds or earthquakes; the fireplace can no longer be used.
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A metal storm panel is installed in a track permanently mounted above and below the window frame and secured with wing nuts to studs mounted on the track.

A metal storm panel is installed in a track permanently mounted above and below the window frame and secured with wing nuts to studs mounted on the track.
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A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete column, concrete slab, and concrete pier.

A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete column, concrete slab, and concrete pier.
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A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete pier, concrete retaining wall, and concrete slab.

A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete pier, concrete retaining wall, and concrete slab.
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A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete slab and a rock anchor.

A method for preventing waterproofing issues at the intersection of a concrete slab and a rock anchor.
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A method to ensure waterproofing continuity across the elevator pit of a multistory multifamily building.

A method to ensure waterproofing continuity across the elevator pit of a multistory multifamily building.
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A molded plastic drainage board rainscreen allows vertical drainage while providing uniform support for the siding and resisting compression from screws and nails.

A molded plastic drainage board rainscreen allows vertical drainage while providing uniform support for the siding and resisting compression from screws and nails.
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A paint-on waterproofing covers the exterior and tops of the concrete block foundation walls and piers to block moisture moving up through the concrete, while foil-faced R-13 insulation lines the inside surface of the exterior walls.

A paint-on waterproofing covers the exterior and tops of the concrete block foundation walls and piers to block moisture moving up through the concrete, while foil-faced R-13 insulation lines the inside surface of the exterior walls.
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A piece of siding is used as sill extension and to provide slope in the opening for the window, which is deeper because exterior rigid foam has been added

A piece of siding is used as sill extension and to provide slope in the opening for the window, which is deeper because exterior rigid foam has been added
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A plastic fiber drainage mat rainscreen provides uniform support for the siding and allows moisture to flow horizontally and diagonally in addition to vertically.

A plastic fiber drainage mat rainscreen provides uniform support for the siding and allows moisture to flow horizontally and diagonally in addition to vertically.