Guide
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Guide describing how to insulate an existing foundation wall by adding spray foam insulation to the interior side of the wall.
Guide
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Guide describing how to install a capillary break to help manage moisture in foundations.
Reference
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Report about the fundamental concepts that must be understood at the planning or initial nspection of existing homes regarding surface and ground water management.
Reference
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Report providing architects, designers, and homeowners with information to make house plans useful for constructing a more wind resilient structure.
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Report presenting seismic design and construction guidance for one- and two-family houses for homebuilders, knowledgeable homeowners, and other non-engineers.
Reference
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Article describing a numerical model that can be used to size foundation heat exchanger (FHX) systems.
Guide
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Guide describing how to apply water management strategies to below-grade walls.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing steps that builders can take to reduce the likelihood of standing water and localized flooding around the foundation of a home during rainy conditions.
Guide
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Guide describing installation of sump pumps in the basement or crawlspace of a home.
Guide
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Guide describing how to properly grade a site so water will flow away from the foundation.
Guide
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Guide describing how to help drain water away from the perimeter footing.
Guide
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Guide describing sizing and installation of foundation heat exchangers, which can be connected to a heat pump system used for spacing conditioning as well as domestic water heating.
Guide
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Guide describing how to slope solid surfaces outside of a home so rainwater flows away from the home.
Guide
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Guide describing methods to manage groundwater under and around urban multifamily buildings.
Information Guide
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Overview guide describing residential floodproofing steps.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing flood protection measures to minimize damage and increase structural resilience of homes during a flood.