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Guide describing how to insulate an existing foundation wall by adding spray foam insulation to the interior side of the wall.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Report about the fundamental concepts that must be understood at the planning or initial nspection of existing homes regarding surface and ground water management.
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EPA
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Document describing correct construction of swales, designed to trap particulate pollutants (suspended solids and trace metals), promote infiltration, and reduce the flow velocity of storm water runoff.
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Guide describing how to correctly slope solid surfaces outside a home so rainwater flows away from the home.
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Guide describing the need for covers on sump pumps in the basement or crawlspace of a home.
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Guide describing installation of sump pumps in the basement or crawlspace of a home.
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Guide describing how to create a capillary break at all crawlspace floors using polyethylene sheeting to manage moisture in crawlspaces.
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Guide describing methods for short-term control of erosion during construction and long-term measures for controlling erosion on sloped sites or sites with river banks or shore lines.
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Vapor retarder plastic should not be installed over fibrous insulation on basement or crawlspace walls unless rigid foam or spray foam is installed directly against the concrete, behind the blanket insulation.