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Right – The drain tile is wrapped in fabric which will prevent it clogging with debris

Right – The drain tile is wrapped in fabric which will prevent it clogging with debris
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Right – The exterior unit of the mini-split heat pump is installed on blocks on a concrete pad to keep the equipment elevated above mud and water runoff.

Right – The exterior unit of the mini-split heat pump is installed on blocks on a concrete pad to keep the equipment elevated above mud and water runoff.
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Right – The final grade slopes away from the house

Right – The final grade slopes away from the house
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Right – The flashing is properly installed to create a complete drainage system with continuous rigid insulation sheathing/siding

Right – The flashing is properly installed to create a complete drainage system with continuous rigid insulation sheathing/siding
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Right – The insulated concrete forms that are below-grade have a damp-proof coating to prevent moisture seeping into the foundation

Right – The insulated concrete forms that are below-grade have a damp-proof coating to prevent moisture seeping into the foundation
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Right – The ridge flashing is secured with two rows of fasteners on each side of the ridge line

Right – The ridge flashing is secured with two rows of fasteners on each side of the ridge line
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Right – The rigid insulation covers all exterior walls and all seams are taped to provide a complete drainage system

Right – The rigid insulation covers all exterior walls and all seams are taped to provide a complete drainage system
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Right – The seam between the slab and the foundation wall is sealed with urethane caulk.

Right – The seam between the slab and the foundation wall is sealed with urethane caulk.
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Right – The slab is coated with two coats of epoxy paint to minimize moisture transfer through the slab from the ground.

Right – The slab is coated with two coats of epoxy paint to minimize moisture transfer through the slab from the ground.
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Right – The step flashing is the correct height above the roof deck

Right – The step flashing is the correct height above the roof deck
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Right – The sump pump has a sealed cover that is mechanically attached

Right – The sump pump has a sealed cover that is mechanically attached
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Right – The sump pump has a sealed cover that is mechanically attached

Right – The sump pump has a sealed cover that is mechanically attached
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Right – The water-resistant barrier covers the entire house and the seams are taped to provide a complete drainage system

Right – The water-resistant barrier covers the entire house and the seams are taped to provide a complete drainage system
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Right – The water-resistant barrier is layered over the step flashing to provide a complete drainage system

Right – The water-resistant barrier is layered over the step flashing to provide a complete drainage system
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Right – There is a properly installed and layered self-sealing bituminous membrane at the roof penetration

Right – There is a properly installed and layered self-sealing bituminous membrane at the roof penetration
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Right – There is a self-sealing bituminous membrane installed at the valley of the roof prior to the roof felt

Right – There is a self-sealing bituminous membrane installed at the valley of the roof prior to the roof felt
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Right – There is flashing installed along the top of the window and the water-resistant barrier is layered over to create a complete drainage system

Right – There is flashing installed along the top of the window and the water-resistant barrier is layered over to create a complete drainage system
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Right – There is flashing installed at the bottom of the wall to create a satisfactory drainage system

Right – There is flashing installed at the bottom of the wall to create a satisfactory drainage system
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Right – There is no carpet installed in the bathroom

Right – There is no carpet installed in the bathroom
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Right – There is no carpet installed in the bathroom

Right – There is no carpet installed in the bathroom
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Right – This crawlspace window was completely sealed off on the inside and outside with air barrier and water-proof materials and the window well was filled in to an above-grade height to prevent bulk water from entering the crawlspace

Right – This crawlspace window was completely sealed off on the inside and outside with air barrier and water-proof materials and the window well was filled in to an above-grade height to prevent bulk water from entering the crawlspace
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Right – This exterior door is installed to swing out and has storm protection shutters.

Right – This exterior door is installed to swing out and has storm protection shutters.
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Right – This low-slope flat roof assembly has continuity of both the air and water barriers

Right – This low-slope flat roof assembly has continuity of both the air and water barriers
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Right – This low-slope roof and parapet assembly has continuity of both the air and water barriers

Right – This low-slope roof and parapet assembly has continuity of both the air and water barriers