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This roof is hurricane proofed with a coated insulated OSB deck sheathing that is caulked and taped at all seams with a water-resistant tape, then fully covered with a peel-and-stick membrane, and asphalt shingles.

This roof is hurricane proofed with a coated insulated OSB deck sheathing that is caulked and taped at all seams with a water-resistant tape, then fully covered with a peel-and-stick membrane, and asphalt shingles.
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This roof was constructed to meet the IBHS Fortified Roof standard by sealing the decking seams with flashing tape, installing synthetic roof underlayment secured with metal drip edge and nailed every six inches, and using self-adhered starter shingles.

This roof was constructed to meet the IBHS Fortified Roof standard by sealing the decking seams with flashing tape, installing synthetic roof underlayment secured with metal drip edge and nailed every six inches, and using self-adhered starter shingles.
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This step flashing was installed over, not under, the siding, so water is getting behind the step flashing and rotting the siding; the house was also badly designed with a window frame that touches the intersecting roof, inviting interior water damage.

This step flashing was installed over, not under, the siding, so water is getting behind the step flashing and rotting the siding; the house was also badly designed with a window frame that touches the intersecting roof, inviting interior water damage.
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This sump pump is installed correctly

This sump pump is installed correctly
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This swale and berm slow the flow of stormwater across a site to minimize erosion.

This swale and berm slow the flow of stormwater across a site to minimize erosion.
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This through-the-wall flashing direct water out of the wall at this siding transition.

This through-the-wall flashing direct water out of the wall at this siding transition.
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This through-the-wall flashing directs any water that get into the wall through the lap siding out at the transition to the stone cladding which has a capstone that is properly sloped away from the wall.

This through-the-wall flashing directs any water that get into the wall through the lap siding out at the transition to the stone cladding which has a capstone that is properly sloped away from the wall.
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This wall and window assembly has excessive framing around the windows, which can lead to heat gain in how climate zones.

This wall and window assembly has excessive framing around the windows, which can lead to heat gain in how climate zones.
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This wood-framed wall is connected with framing anchors, metal strapping and ties, and anchor bolts to secure the roof to the walls and walls to the foundation

This wood-framed wall is connected with framing anchors, metal strapping and ties, and anchor bolts to secure the roof to the walls and walls to the foundation
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This xeriscaped yard has pavers, rock, and artificial turf.

This xeriscaped yard has pavers, rock, and artificial turf.
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Thornhill Custom Homes built this custom spec home in the hot-humid climate in Dallas, TX, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.

Thornhill Custom Homes built this custom spec home in the hot-humid climate in Dallas, TX, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.
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Threaded connections are one source of leaks in showerheads and showerhead arms.

Threaded connections are one source of leaks in showerheads and showerhead arms.
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Thrive Home Builder built this affordable home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2018.

Thrive Home Builder built this affordable home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2018.
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Thrive Home Builders built this multi-family home in the cold climate in Wheat Ridge, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2020.

Thrive Home Builders built this multi-family home in the cold climate in Wheat Ridge, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2020.
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Thrive Home Builders built this multifamily home in the cold climate in Lone Tree, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.

Thrive Home Builders built this multifamily home in the cold climate in Lone Tree, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.
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Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.

Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.
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Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.

Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.
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Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2016.

Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2016.
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Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.

Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.
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Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2018.

Thrive Home Builders built this production home in the cold climate in Denver, CO, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2018.
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Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom for buyer home in the cold climate in New Berlin, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.

Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom for buyer home in the cold climate in New Berlin, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.
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Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom for buyer home in the cold climate in Sun Prairie, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2021.

Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom for buyer home in the cold climate in Sun Prairie, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2021.
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Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom home in the cold climate in New Berlin, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2018.

Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom home in the cold climate in New Berlin, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2018.
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Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom spec home in the cold climate in New Berlin, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2020.

Tim O'Brien Homes built this custom spec home in the cold climate in New Berlin, WI, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2020.