Attic Eave Minimum Insulation Description Guide providing guidance on insulating attic eaves in new and existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
Unvented Conditioned Attic with Spray Foam Insulation Below Roof Deck Description Guide describing a method for insulating an unvented attic by spraying foam insulation along the underside of the roof deck.
Specifying Rigid Foam Insulation for NFPA 285 Fire Requirements - Safety Meets Energy Efficiency Author(s) MacGregor Pierce Organization(s) Walls & Ceilings Publication Date November, 2017 Description Factsheet describing the use of rigid foam insulation to meet energy efficiency requirements and minimize fire risks.
Tips for Installing a Weather Resistive Barrier Author(s) Keenan Watson, Samantha Kambo Organization(s) DuPont Performance Building Solution, EEBA Publication Date June, 2020 Description Webinar from Keenan Watson and Samantha Kambo of DuPont on how to correctly install a weather-resistant barrier on a home for code compliance effectiveness. Free EEBA login required.
New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Nelson Construction: Hamilton Way, Farmington, CT Author(s) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Organization(s) PNNL Publication Date April, 2012 Description Case study describing the design and testing of 10 high-performance homes in Farmington, Connecticut.
Hurricanes and High Winds Overview Description Overview guide outlining home construction techniques used in hurricane and high wind areas.
Design and Retrofit for Flood Protection Description Information guide describing constructed flood protection measures to minimize damage and increase structural resilience during a flood.
Safe Rooms and Storm Shelters Description Guide describing design for shelter-in-place spaces during windstorm storm events.
Bracing of Roofs for Hurricane, High Wind, and Seismic Resistance Description Guide describing ways to strengthen roof assemblies for resistance to hurricanes, high winds, and earthquakes.