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Building science insight into crawlspaces.

Building science report describing issues with vented attics in hot-humid climates and how sealed attic construction may be a solution.

Report on adding insulation to load-bearing mass masonry buildings.

Article describing selecting insulation for minimizing condensation risks.

Report to understand the long-term moisture performance of unvented roof assemblies with fibrous insulation.

Book presenting the best techniques for energy and resource efficient residential construction in the colder climates of North America.

Research study identifying the best performing, most energy-efficient and cost- effective techniques to provide controlled mechanical ventilation and humidity control in hot- humid climates with thermally efficient building envelopes.

This document covers a description of the need and applied solutions for supplemental dehumidification in warm-humid climates, especially for energy efficient homes where the sensible cooling load has been dramatically reduced.