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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving a building science introduction for homes in hot climate zones. Part 1 of 7.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically combustion safety and combustion appliance zones. Part 3 of 7.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically mechanical ventilation for air flow. Part 6 of 7.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically pressure, air flow, and air leakage. Part 4 of 7.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically weatherization, safety, and quality control measures. Part 2 of 7.
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Presentation by Home Performance Contractor Academy giving building science advice for for homes in dry climate zones, specifically building envelope, air sealing, and attics. Part 5 of 7.
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Guidebook providing useful examples of high performance retrofit techniques for the building enclosure of wood frame residential construction in a cold and somewhat wet climate.
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Report identifying the steps to take, with the help of a qualified home performance contractor, to seal unwanted air leaks while ensuring healthy levels of ventilation and avoiding sources of indoor air pollution.
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ASHRAE Q&A addressing HVAC filtration and disinfection for reducing the spread of COVID-19.
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Webpage from U.S. Department of Energy describing using Earth-Sheltered home building techniques in hot climate zones.
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Webpage describing how to guard homes and properties against wildfire, as well as what to do during a wildfire, whether sheltering in place or attempting evacuation.
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Article describing the impacts of wildfire smoke on indoor air quality and some ways ASHRAE is responding.
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Website providing the technical specifications and related documents for home builders, subcontractors, architects, and other housing professionals interested in certifying a home to the EPA's Indoor airPLUS program requirements.
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EPA coronavirus Q&A discussing the role of HVAC filters in dealing with COVID-19.