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Brochure providing information about flashing in all cimates.
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Brochure with information on maintaining drainage plane continuity at deck ledger locations.
Reference
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Webpage providing an ENERGY STAR climate zone map and criteria for ENERGY STAR storm windows per climate zone.
Guide
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Guide providing information about high-performance and high-efficiency windows including ENERGY STAR-certified windows.
Video
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Video describing how to install an inset window in an integrated truss house built in cold climates like Alaska.
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Report presenting system design packages for cold and mixed-humid climates.
Case Study
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Case study describing the measurement of envelope leakage in multifamily buildings.
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Report identifying the steps to take, with the help of a qualified home performance contractor, to seal unwanted air leaks while ensuring healthy levels of ventilation and avoiding sources of indoor air pollution.
Guide
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Guide describing how to air-seal around recessed light fixtures below unconditioned space.
Video
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Video describing what features make a window energy efficient.
Video
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Video describing the stack effect related to air leakage of a house.
Guide
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Guide describing how to air-seal the rough openings around doors and windows.
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Document with information on preventing termites when using ICFs.
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DOE presentation describing a project to study window attachments.
Video
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Video describing the exterior cladding details of a residential home addition project.
Video
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Video describing a house air leakage test and the most common leakage sources for an Alaskan house.
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ENERGY STAR webpage describing the benefits of storm windows and a link to a product list.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing the DOE Zero Energy Ready Home, Version 1, requirements for high-performance windows.
Video
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Video from National Fire Protection Association on the most common ignition points on homes.
Video
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Video explaining how to prepare a home for flood conditions using temporary panel closures recommended by LSU AgCenter.
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Video from PG&E outlining building material-related steps to take to take to lower the risk of home ignition during a fire.
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Web page providing an overview of window coverings such as blinds, shades, shutters, films, and storm windows.
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A website providing information on sealing the home against rodents and how to trap rodents once they have made their way into the home.
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Website providing information about how to keep the properties rat-free and address conditions that can lead to rats.
Video
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Video from the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors on how to inspect your home for wind resistance, including door and window impact ratings.
Video
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Video explaining the practicality behind the idea of wet floodproofing and its applications per LSU AgCenter guidelines.
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Web-based manual providing guidance for removal and preventing entry of nuisance wildlife.
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Webpage providing information how to deal with rodents by knowing what they look like, where they live, and what they do.