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Case study about how to properly tape insulating sheathing drainage planes.
Reference
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Case study about a structural sheathing product composed of enhanced EPS rigid foam with OSB adhered on one side.
Case Study
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Case study describing research about using exterior, vapor permeable insulation of retrofit walls with vapor permeable cavity insulation.
Case Study
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Case study describing research about spray foam roof insulation and moisture management.
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Report providing extensive guidance on controlling moisture in building envelopes through proper selection and installation on air, water, thermal, and vapor barriers.
Guide
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Guide describing how to re-roof an existing home with a sloped roof and add insulation above the roof deck.
Video
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Video describing the installation of mineral wool monolithic exterior insulation.
Video
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Video describing the rain screen system installed in a passive house.
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Website offering an online training that teaches disaster-resistant best practices for roofers.
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Report covering wind loading on roofing assemblies.
Video
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Video describing the ventilated rainscreen system installed on a passive house.
Video
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Video overviewing how to make a home flood resistant, meaning that they can be quickly restored to their original condition after a natural disaster. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.
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Article describing the evolution of the IRC to permit class 3 vapor retarders (latex paint) in walls coupled with exterior continuous insulation to allow drying and reduce condensation risk.
Reference
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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.
Video
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Video showing how to install synthetic underlayment over taped seams on roof deck per IBHS Fortified requirements.
Video
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Video showing how to install starter strips on roofs using roof cement to prevent moisture damage while complying with IBHS FORTIFIED Home specifications.
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 techniques for installing insulating sheathing as a continuous drainage plane on walls.
Guide
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Guide discussing disaster resistance related to asphalt shingle roofing when installing roofing on new construction or when repairing or replacing roofing on existing homes.
Guide
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Guide discussing how to install metals roofs to resist damage from high winds, hurricanes, ice, and wildfires.
Guide
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Guide describing installation of a fully sealed continuous weather resistant barrier to provide a drainage plane to keep rainwater out of above-grade walls.
Guide
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Guide describing requirements for sealing roof sheathing to increase resistance to high winds and rain.
Guide
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Guide describing how to install and properly integrate flashing at the intersection of the wall and roof on an existing home.