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New Life for Old Double Hung Windows

Author(s)

Davis John Michael

Organization(s)

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Publication Date

February, 2024

An article about double-hung windows.

Fully Flashed Window and Door Openings (1)

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing how to properly flash window and door openings.

Right – This crawlspace window was completely sealed off on the inside and outside with air barrier and water-proof materials and the window well was filled in to an above-grade height to prevent bulk water from entering the crawlspace

Publication Date

Mon, 09/01/2014 - 12:00

Wrong - House wrap was poorly installed, seams were not taped, and flashing tape was not installed around windows.

Publication Date

Sat, 03/06/2021 - 12:00

Right – Foundation drainage mat was installed over the waterproof membrane that covers the sealed crawlspace window

Publication Date

Mon, 09/01/2014 - 12:00

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

New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Imagine Homes: Stillwater Ranch, San Antonio, TX

Author(s)

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Organization(s)

PNNL

Publication Date

April, 2012

Case study describing a new home builder that strives to address health, safety, and durability issues in a hot and humid climate.

Air Sealing Doors Adjacent to Unconditioned Space

Guide describing how to air-seal doors that are next to unconditioned spaces.

CAD image for roof pipe penetration water and air sealing details

DWG

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Panel Closures

Publication Date

November, 2016

Video explaining how to prepare a home for flood conditions using temporary panel closures recommended by LSU AgCenter.

Existing Skylights Repaired or Replaced and Fully Flashed

Guide describing how to repair or replace skylights in existing homes.

Flashing of Wall Penetrations in Existing Homes

Guide describing how to install flashing that is integrated with air and water control layers around piping, vents, and other wall penetrations as part of an exterior wall retrofit.