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Right – This exterior door is installed to swing out and has storm protection shutters.

Publication Date

Tue, 01/01/2019 - 12:00

Dry Floodproofing

Publication Date

November, 2016

Video from LSU AgCenter describing dry floodproofing and how to dry floodproof your home.

Options for door sweeps.

Publication Date

Wed, 12/01/2010 - 12:00

Adjustable jamb/head weatherstripping.

Publication Date

Wed, 12/01/2010 - 12:00

Designs for a door threshold to keep out wind-driven rain.

Publication Date

Wed, 12/01/2010 - 12:00

Resilient Home Solutions

Publication Date

August, 2020

Video overviewing how to make a home flood resistant, meaning that they can be quickly restored to their original condition after a natural disaster. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Right – The ties are bent at a 90 degree angle at the nail head and embedded into the mortar joint at least 1.5 inches.

Publication Date

Wed, 12/01/2010 - 12:00

Right – This metal panel window shutter is installed in a track permanently mounted above and below the window frame and is secured with wing nuts to studs mounted on the track.

Publication Date

Wed, 12/01/2010 - 12:00

Windows and Doors are Fully Flashed

Guide describing how to install flashings to help direct water down and out of windows and doors openings in exterior walls.

Air Sealing Doors Adjacent to Unconditioned Space

Guide describing how to air-seal doors that are next to unconditioned spaces.