Guide
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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.
Reference
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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.
Case Study
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Case study describing a multifamily retrofit project in a cold climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a building project in the marine climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the cold and very-cold climate zones.
Guide
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Guide describing an approach to re-roofing an existing flat roof to improve thermal, water, and air control performance.
Reference
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Report providing extensive guidance on controlling moisture in building envelopes through proper selection and installation on air, water, thermal, and vapor barriers.
Reference
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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.
Video
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Video describing how to use foam insulation on masonry walls, and how to properly insulate the rim joist area with rigid foam and batt insulation.
Reference
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Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.
Reference
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Document providing information on basement insulation, air sealing and water management retrofits.
Case Study
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Case study describing a package of energy- efficiency measures for new manufactured homes in the Pacific Northwest, including triple-pane highly efficient windows.
Reference
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Handbook providing guidance on the design and construction of foundations for homes, including insulation, air sealing, and water management details for basements, crawlspaces, and slabs.
Case Study
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Case study describing the Green Home 3 project, which achieved a 44% whole-house energy savings over the Building America New Construction B10 Benchmark, DOE Zero Energy Ready Home certification, and National Green Building Standard Gold-level certification.
Guide
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Guide describing how to re-roof an existing home with a sloped roof and add insulation above the roof deck.
Reference
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Report summarizing the importance of properly insulating and air sealing masonry walls, providing step by step instructions and approaches.
Reference
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Report explaining moisture-related concerns for high R-value wall assemblies and discusses past Building America research work that informs this study.