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Building America Special Research Project - High-R Foundations Case Study Analysis, RR-1003

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Research study describing a number of promising foundation and basement insulation strategies that can meet the requirement for better thermal control in colder climates while enhancing moisture control, health, and comfort.

How to Prevent Roof Damage from Winter Ice Buildup

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Article from Montana State University Extension explaining how proper insulation techniques can greatly reduce the risks of ice dams on roofs in cold climate zones.

Mastic Home Exteriors Installation Guide

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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.

Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: Ferrier Custom Homes, Dallas, Texas

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Case study describing a building project in hot-dry and mixed-dry climates.

Best Practices Case Study: Nelson Construction, Hamilton Way, Farmingon, CT

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Case study describing a building project in the cold and very-cold climate zones.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Home Front Inc.: Hot, Humid Climate Region 40+% Energy Savings

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Case study describing a building project in the hot-humid climate zone.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: J. Cherry & Sons: Hot, Humid climate Region 40+% Energy Savings

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Case study describing a high-efficient building project in St. Lucie, FL.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Retrofit of 1915 Home, Dayton, Washington

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Case study describing an energy efficient renovation in the cold climate.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Ravenwood Homes and Energy Smart Home Plans, Inc., Cape Coral, Florida

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Case study describing a new construction project in Florida with a HERS score of 15.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Consortium for Advanced Residential Buildings (CARB), Washington, D.C.

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Case study describing a retrofit project in Maryland.

Operation Helping Hands Green Dream 2 Prototype, New Orleans, Louisiana

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Case study describing a building project in the hot-humid climate zone.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Rural Development Inc.- Colrain: Near Zero Energy

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Case study describing a retrofit project in the cold and very-cold climate zones.

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Rural Development Inc.-Wisdom Way: Near Zero Energy

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Case study describing a retrofit project in the cold and very-cold climate zones.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: SMUD's Energy Efficient Remodel Demonstration Project

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Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.

Existing Whole-House Solutions Case Study: SMUD's Energy Efficient Remodel Demonstration Project: Sacramento, CA

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Case study describing a retrofit project in the hot-dry climate.

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DOE ZERH HIA 2013 Case Study - Dwell Development, Seattle, Washington

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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2013 Housing Innovation Award Winner in Seattle, WA, that scored HERS 34 without PV.

Measure Guideline: Reducing Thermal Losses and Gains With Buried and Encapsulated Ducts in Hot-Humid Climates

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Document covering the technical aspects of buried and insulated ducts (BEDs), as well as the advantages, disadvantages, and risks of BEDs compared to alternative strategies.