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Article describing moisture and ice dam issues in attics and how to air seal the attic floor.
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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.
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Report of a field evaluation of four novel roof designs to see how each design would reduce space-conditioned energy use so that the knowledge gained could be applied to the design of new manufactured homes.
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Video describing how to properly seal vent and pipe penetrations in a rooftop to prevent moisture damage.
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Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.
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Video presentation explaining whole-house moisture management strategies and energy efficiency at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory.
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Video presentation describing how to install water-resistant under-deck drainage systems to protect roofs and homes during high wind and moisture disaster events.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on pre-construction measurements. Part 1 of 11.
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Video describing hurricane ties and how they make your home more ready for severe weather by strengthening structural connections.
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Fact sheet describing water management in a residential building.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on material preparation before construction. Part 2 of 11.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing step sides. Part 5 of 11.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the top pan. Part 6 of 11.
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Video demonstration of proper concrete or clay tile roofing, including underlayment per Weather Proofing America guidelines.
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Steve Easley details the 2009 IECC residential requirements regarding Water and Moisture issues. Flashing, windows, water leaks and kick out flashings are all discussed.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on measuring and bending flashing before installation. Part 3 of 11.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the base front apron. Part 4 of 11.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the front cap flashing. Part 7 of 11.
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Video explaining how to correctly install wall-to-roof flashing and kick-out flashing to protect walls from rain water damage.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the left side cap flashing. Part 8 of 11.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the right side cap flashing. Part 9 of 11.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the top cap flashing. Part 10 of 11.
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Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on securing the cap flashings. Part 11 of 11.
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Video describing attic ventilation methods for wind and water-resistant roofs to comply with FLASH Strong Home guidelines and improve hurricane resitance.
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Fact sheet from Wisconsin Focus on Energy explaining how to prevent future ice dams on homes by learning about their formation and mitigation of contributing factors.
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Video interview explaining some basic guidelines to make your home more ready for severe weather for under $10,000. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Homes.
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Video showing steps to protect homes from flood damage using both dry flood-proofing and wet flood-proofing methods per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.
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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.
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Video showing how to seal the roof deck with tape per IBHS Fortified Requirements.
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Video showing why having a FORTIFIED roof is important for water resistance from IBHS FORTIFIED Home standards.