Guide
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A guide describing how to install low-sloped ("flat") roofs with insulation above the roof deck that resist wind pressures during high-wind events.
Guide
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Guide describing how to provide a continuous water control layer across the roof assembly by sealing all penetrations for pipes, vents, etc. in existing roofs.
Guide
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Guide describing the installation of roof vents that are resistant to damage from high winds and entry of wind-borne rain, wildfire embers, or pests.
Guide
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Guide describing how to air-seal doors that are next to unconditioned spaces.
Case Study
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Case study describing the design and testing of 10 high-performance homes in Farmington, Connecticut.
Information Guide
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Overview guide outlining home construction techniques used in hurricane and high wind areas.
Guide
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Guide describing how to select the siding materials best suited to withstand hazards like rain, wind, hail, fire, and pests.
Guide
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Guide describing ways to retrofit an existing roof to increase its resistance to damage during hurricanes, high winds, and earthquakes.
Guide
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Guide describing how to construct the walls of a home with bracing to resist high wind and earthquake loads.
Guide
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Guide describing how to brace gable end walls to resist wind pressures.
Guide
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Guide describing how to seal roof valleys and how to seal around pipes, chimneys, and other roof deck penetrations.
Guide
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Guide describing construction of gable roof overhangs to resist uplift pressures in high winds.
Guide
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Guide describing the design of a shelter-in-place room in a home for protection during hurricanes and tornadoes.
Guide
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Guide describing ways to strengthen roof assemblies for resistance to hurricanes, high winds, and earthquakes.