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Video describing roof and attic construction for cold climates, including cathedral roof design and insulation strategies, from Cold Climate Housing Research Center.
Reference
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Report reviewing unvented roof assemblies, such as conditioned attics and unvented cathedral ceilings that are becoming common in North American construction.
Guide
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Guide describing methods for insulating an unvented attic along the roof line.
Guide
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Guide providing guidance on insulating attic eaves in new and existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
Reference
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Information sheet with the definition and uses for a raised truss.
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U.S. Department of Energy's website describing radiant barriers in homes.
Guide
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Guide describing insulation techniques for skylight shaft walls.
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Information sheet presenting the correct methods for building an insulated cathedral ceiling.
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Guide describing retrofit procedures for gable end roofs.
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Article describing strategies for reducing the risk of ice dam formation on roofs in winter.
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Website providing an online calculator for determining energy and cost savings from installing radiant barriers in attics.
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Document summarizing the various papers on unvented conditioned cathedralized attics found on BSC's website.
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Fact sheet describing building envelope performance measures applicable to residential and small commercial construction.
Guide
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Guide describing how to retrofit an exterior wall and/or attic to provide continuous air sealing.
Video
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Steve Easley details the 2009 IECC residential requirements regarding Water and Moisture issues. Flashing, windows, water leaks and kick out flashings are all discussed.
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Fact sheet describing flashing of roof penetrations to make a home more resistant to high winds, hurricanes, and rainwater intrusion.
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Report describing the use of attic ventilation to control moisture in cathedral roofs and avoid the formation of ice dams.
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Website with answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about attic radiant barriers.
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The FPC Monitoring project has evaluated radiant barrier systems (RBS) as a new potential DSM program.
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Report describing the formation of icicles and ice dams along poorly ventilated roofs and how to mitigate ventilation issues with insulation and vents.
Guide
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Guide describing how to insulate and air-seal dropped ceilings and soffits to prevent air leakage.
Video
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Video presentation covering seismic and wind design for wood-framed structures on the topics of load path continuity, building codes, and shear wall design alternatives.
Guide
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Guide describing options for insulating and air sealing at either the attic floor or along the roof line in new homes.
Guide
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Guide describing how to repair or replace skylights in existing homes.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing things to consider in the attic, ceiling, or roof before attempting retrofits of items including HVAC, wiring, or structural systems.