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Pre-Retrofit Assessment of Walls, Windows, and Doors

Information guide describing things to consider before retrofitting walls, windows, and doors, including wiring, moisture protection, and lead paints.

Moisture Management in Residential Construction Series - Building Enclosure: Window Installation

Publication Date

January, 2011

Author(s)

Home Innovation Research Labs

Organization(s)

Home Innovation Research Labs

Video describing the installation of windows to be air- and water-tight, including recommendations on flashing, air-sealing, and insulation, from Home Innovation Research Labs

Water Moisture Issues: Flashing Windows, Water Leaks, and Kick-Out Flashings

Publication Date

August, 2016

Author(s)

MW Alliance

Organization(s)

MW Alliance

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

How To Strengthen Your Home for Under $10,000 – Roof, Walls, Windows, and Doors

Publication Date

September, 2014

Video interview explaining some basic guidelines to make your home more ready for severe weather for under $10,000. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Homes.

A piece of siding is used as sill extension and to provide slope in the opening for the window, which is deeper because exterior rigid foam has been added

Publication Date

Mon, 02/20/2017 - 12:00

Right - Tape flashing keeps moisture out around and below the window; extra tape reinforces the corners to prevent tearing of the house wrap and to keep water out of this critical juncture.

Publication Date

Fri, 12/31/2021 - 12:00

Right - Brick veneer is installed with a 1-inch air space behind the brick, metal flashing and weep holes above and below the windows and at the base of the wall to direct out water that gets behind the brick.

Publication Date

Wed, 12/01/2004 - 12:00

Basic components of a skylight

Publication Date

Fri, 05/27/2016 - 12:00

Peeling paint indicates water infiltration around a skylight

Water stains on the framing indicate water infiltration at the skylight

Hurricane Straps

Publication Date

September, 2020

Author(s)

FLASH Strong Home

Organization(s)

FLASH

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

The Weather Channel - Protecting Openings

Publication Date

September, 2019

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.

Construction & Design Considerations in Warmer Climates

Author(s)

Zero Energy Project

Organization(s)

Zero Energy Project

Publication Date

January, 2022

Guidance from Zero Energy Project on construction techniques for warmer climates, such as home orientation, and insulation requirements.

Home Performance Assessment

Information guide describing how to apply a whole-house approach to home improvement with energy efficiency upgrades, improved indoor air quality, and increased comfort.