TechNote - Rain and Groundwater Management: Reducing the Risk of Water Intrusion and Damages Author(s) Home Innovation Research Labs Organization(s) HIRL Publication Date September, 2014 Description Fact sheet describing water management in a residential building.
Water Managed Roof – Re-roofing and Adding Insulation Over a Sloped Roof Description Guide describing how to re-roof an existing home with a sloped and add insulation above the roof deck.
Vinyl Siding with Integrated Rigid Foam for Existing Walls Description Guide describing the design and installation considerations for recladding of above grade walls using insulated vinyl siding.
Image This farmhouse was retrofit by removing the existing siding and adding taped insulated sheathing and battens before installing new siding
Moisture Control for Residential Buildings Author(s) Lstiburek Joseph W Organization(s) Building Science Corporation, BSC, U.S. Department of Energy, DOE Publication Date September, 2020 Description Report providing extensive guidance on controlling moisture in building envelopes through proper selection and installation on air, water, thermal, and vapor barriers.
Mastic Home Exteriors Installation Guide Author(s) Ply Gem Siding Group Organization(s) Ply Gem Siding Group Publication Date April, 2015 Description Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.