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Slab-on-grade termite control techniques

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Rodent Exclusion Manual: Mechanical Rodent Proofing Techniques: a training manual for National Park Service Employees

Reference

Manual describing methods for rodent-proofing buildings.

Wire hardware mesh is fastened with a staple gun and screws to the wall to prevent pests from entering the building through small holes and cracks

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Unvented concrete masonry unit crawl space with exterior insulation - designed for termite resistance in moderately infested areas

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Wrong – This electric wiring hole was filled with foam that is not protected with copper mesh or hardware cloth so rodents could chew through the foam and enter the house (see Solution Center Guide "Reduce Pest Intrusion").

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Pest Control Overview Guide

Information Guide

Information guide providing an overview of pest-resistant construction practices and guides in the Building America Solution Center for builders, contractors, and home owners.

Pre-Retrofit Assessment of Walls, Windows, and Doors

Information Guide

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

Termite-Resistant Foundations and Walls

Guide

Guide describing techniques and measures for increasing the termite resistance of a home's foundations.

Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: David Weekley Homes, Houston, Texas

Case Study

Case study describing new home construction in the hot-humid climate, optimizing thermal enclosure, HVAC, water heating and lighting measures.

Reduce Pest Intrusion

Guide

Guide describing ways builders can block off entry points and otherwise make homes inhospitable to all manner of pests.

Screens and Other Deterrents for Birds, Rodents, and Other Pests

Guide

Guide describing methods to keep birds, rodents, and other pests out of vent openings and other locations in new and existing homes.

Moisture-, Impact-, Fire-, and Pest-Resistant Exterior Siding

Guide

Guide describing how to select the siding materials best suited to withstand hazards like rain, wind, hail, fire, and pests.