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A heat pump clothes dryer is a type of condensing clothes dryer that uses heat pump technology to efficiently dry clothes

A heat pump clothes dryer is a type of condensing clothes dryer that uses heat pump technology to efficiently dry clothes
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A heat pump water heater has a small heat pump located on top of the tank which extracts heat from the surrounding air to create hot water.

A heat pump water heater has a small heat pump located on top of the tank which extracts heat from the surrounding air to create hot water.
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A high-efficiency gas boiler provides hot water to the faucets, to radiant heating loops in the basement floor, and to a hydro-coil for a central air heating system.

A high-efficiency gas boiler provides hot water to the faucets, to radiant heating loops in the basement floor, and to a hydro-coil for a central air heating system.
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A high-efficiency heat pump is installed in a closet within this home’s conditioned space.

A high-efficiency heat pump is installed in a closet within this home’s conditioned space.
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A hole has been drilled in this ductwork so a static pressure probe can be inserted for a duct leakage test; the hole will be plugged after the test

A hole has been drilled in this ductwork so a static pressure probe can be inserted for a duct leakage test; the hole will be plugged after the test
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A home is tested at two points for enclosure air leakage

A home is tested at two points for enclosure air leakage
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A Kalamazoo homeowner reduced wintertime chill, condensation, and snowblower noise by installing high-performance interior storm windows

A Kalamazoo homeowner reduced wintertime chill, condensation, and snowblower noise by installing high-performance interior storm windows
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A large bead of caulk is installed on the interior surface of the wall top and bottom plates to provide an air sealing gasket between the framing and the dry wall.

A large bead of caulk is installed on the interior surface of the wall top and bottom plates to provide an air sealing gasket between the framing and the dry wall.
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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 layer of rigid foam is sandwiched between two layers of 2x8 lumber in this insulated header over a window.

A layer of rigid foam is sandwiched between two layers of 2x8 lumber in this insulated header over a window.
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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 low-sloped shed roof with the thermal boundary located at either a) the flat ceiling with a vented attic or b) the roof line for an unvented attic

A low-sloped shed roof with the thermal boundary located at either a) the flat ceiling with a vented attic or b) the roof line for an unvented attic
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A main vent is installed on the side of a drip leg

A main vent is installed on the side of a drip leg
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A manometer is used to measure pressure differentials between indoors and outdoors when testing whole-house air leakage.

A manometer is used to measure pressure differentials between indoors and outdoors when testing whole-house air leakage.
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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 mesh plastic rainscreen product separates the coated OSB from the siding, providing a drainage space and ventilation gap.

A mesh plastic rainscreen product separates the coated OSB from the siding, providing a drainage space and ventilation gap.
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A metal plate is used to connect top plates to one another

A metal plate is used to connect top plates to one another
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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 metered circuit dedicated to EV charging and separate whole-house electrical service panel.

A metered circuit dedicated to EV charging and separate whole-house electrical service panel.
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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.