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Wrong – The corners are not properly flashed, leaving a vulnerable area in the drainage system

Wrong – The corners are not properly flashed, leaving a vulnerable area in the drainage system

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Right – The flashing is properly installed to create a complete drainage system with continuous rigid insulation sheathing/siding

Right – The flashing is properly installed to create a complete drainage system with continuous rigid insulation sheathing/siding

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Install insulating foam sheathing and tape all seams to serve as a continuous drainage plane behind the home’s cladding.

Install insulating foam sheathing and tape all seams to serve as a continuous drainage plane behind the home’s cladding.

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Right – There is flashing installed along the top of the window and the water-resistant barrier is layered over to create a complete drainage system

Right – There is flashing installed along the top of the window and the water-resistant barrier is layered over to create a complete drainage system

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Pre-Retrofit Assessment of Walls, Windows, and Doors

Information Guide

Information guide describing things to consider before retrofitting walls, windows, and doors, including wiring, moisture protection, and lead paint.

Windows and Doors are Fully Flashed

Guide

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

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