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Case study describing foundation wall moisture studies at a research facility in Minnesota run by Building America team NorthernSTAR.

Research report describing study of exterior retrofit approach for air sealing, insulating, and water management conducted by the NorthernSTAR Building America Partnership team run by University of Minnesota.

This report will review, and summarize the current state of understanding and research into enclosures with higher thermal resistance, so-called “High-R Enclosures.” Recommendations are provided for further research.

Information guide describing issues with concrete floors, in multiple climate zones.

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.

Article describing a research study exploring how effective interior insulation systems are at keeping basements dry and warm.

Brochure with information about how to select and install house wrap and other weather-resistive barriers.

Report summarizing the importance of properly insulating and air sealing masonry walls, providing step by step instructions and approaches.

Report explaining moisture-related concerns for high R-value wall assemblies and discusses past Building America research work that informs this study.

Article describing correct ways to eliminate water damage by incorporating a sacrificial layer to foundation walls and footings.

Document describing good practices for insulating basements in new and existing homes.

Case study describing novel technique for installing exterior spray foam on foundation walls that uses high-pressure water sprayer and a “hydro vac” to remove dirt along the foundation wall.

Expert Meeting about interior insulation retrofit of mass masonry wall assemblies held on July 30, 2011.

Report providing extensive guidance on controlling moisture in building envelopes through proper selection and installation on air, water, thermal, and vapor barriers.

Information sheet describing techniques for insulating basements.

Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.

Blog entry describing methods for insulating basement walls on the interior or exterior.

Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.

How hard can it be to insulate a flat sheet of concrete? I mean you only have three choices – on the top, on the bottom, or on the edge. OK, you might have some combination of the three as well.