Pest-Resistant Ground Cover at Foundation Perimeter Description Guide describing methods for installing pest-resistant ground cover around foundations to resist borrowing rodents and other pests.
Drain or Sump Pump Installed in Basements or Crawlspaces Description Guide describing installation of sump pumps in the basement or crawlspace of a home.
Termite-Resistant Foundations and Walls Description Guide describing techniques and measures for increasing the termite resistance of a home's foundations.
Pest Control Overview Guide Description Information guide providing an overview of pest-resistant construction practices and guides in the Building America Solution Center for home builders.
Air Sealed, Insulated Basements Description Guide describing how to insulate a basement to improve the overall thermal performance of the building and provide more dry, usable conditioned space for home occupants and HVAC equipment.
Rigid Foam Board Interior Insulation for Existing Foundation Walls Description Guide describing how to insulate closed crawlspace walls and band joist areas with rigid foam board insulation.
Reduce Pest Intrusion Description Guide describing ways builders can block off entry points and otherwise make homes inhospitable to all manner of pests.