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Video presentation describing proper attic venting design for energy efficiency and weather resistance.

Video explaining flood walls/levee construction practices and science from LSU AgCenter.

Video providing how-tos for wind-resistant wall construction from FLASH Strong Home guidelines.

Video explaining how to install wall penetration flashing properly to keep rain water out of the wall.

Video describing hurricane ties and how they make your home more ready for severe weather by strengthening structural connections.

Video demonstration of proper concrete or clay tile roofing, including underlayment per Weather Proofing America guidelines.

Video explaining the practicality behind the idea of wet floodproofing and its applications per LSU AgCenter guidelines.

Steve Easley details the 2009 IECC residential requirements regarding Water and Moisture issues. Flashing, windows, water leaks and kick out flashings are all discussed.

Video explaining how to correctly install wall-to-roof flashing and kick-out flashing to protect walls from rain water damage.

Video presentation by Joe Lstiburek describing the four layers of moisture management found in walls and how walls should be designed and built to keep moisture out with these layers in mind.

Video describing attic ventilation methods for wind and water-resistant roofs to comply with FLASH Strong Home guidelines and improve hurricane resitance.

Video giving guidelines on how to restore a home after a flood to prevent further issues. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video from Dorken Systems Inc. of industry expert Joe Lstiburek explaining wet and dry floodproofing for homes, specifically below-grade water control.

Video demonstrating how new construction contributes to flooding from the National Building Museum.

Video showing steps to protect homes from flood damage using both dry flood-proofing and wet flood-proofing methods per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video describing how wet floodproofing helps prevent flood damage by using four different design strategies; elevate, float, wet floodproof, and dry floodproof. Recommendations from the National Building Museum.

Video showing how to protect your home via Huber ZIP System Roof Sealing and Tape from moisture problems arising from high wind or hurricane damage per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video showing how to seal the roof deck with tape per IBHS Fortified Requirements.

Video showing why having a FORTIFIED roof is important for water resistance from IBHS FORTIFIED Home standards.

Video explaining why homeowners should seal cracks and gaps on their homes in preparation for severe weather, complying with IBHS guidelines.

Video that explains the need to secure shingle tabs and steps to take to seal shingle tabs on your roof per IBHS guidelines.

Animated video showing how to build roofing systems for high wind and hail following IBHS code.

Video showing how to install felt underlayment in hurricane areas, per IBHS Fortified requirements.

Video showing how to install synthetic underlayment over taped seams on roof deck per IBHS Fortified requirements.

Video showing steps to take to prepare openings in homes for a hurricane or high wind event as explained by the Weather Channel and IBHS Fortified Home.

Video describing an easy method of properly securing soffits on your home per IBHS FORTIFIED Home guidelines.

Video showing how to install drip edge on roofs in hurricane areas per IBHS Fortified Home standards.

Video showing proper installation techniques for drip edges in high wind regions per IBHS Fortified Home building practices.