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Guide describing how to apply an air control layer directly over existing wall sheathing and cover with two layers of insulating sheathing held in place by vertical furring strips.

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 describing how to retrofit an exterior wall and/or attic to provide continuous air sealing.

Guide describing ways to construct wall assemblies in cold climates to minimize the likelihood of condensation formation inside the walls.

Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.

Guide describing techniques for installing insulating sheathing as a continuous drainage plane on walls.

Guide describing how to frame and insulate corners to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.

Guide describing the installation of insulating sheathing above the roof deck on existing homes. This retrofit assembly is appropriate for homes with conditioned attics or where the retrofit is intended to create a conditioned attic.

Guide describing wall assemblies and materials that are resistant to destruction from wildfires.

Guide describing how to re-roof an existing home with a sloped roof and add insulation above the roof deck.

Guide describing how to construct the walls of a home with bracing to resist high wind and earthquake loads.

Guide describing ways to retrofit an existing roof to increase its resistance to damage during hurricanes, high winds, and earthquakes.

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 discussing how to install metals roofs to resist damage from high winds, hurricanes, ice, and wildfires.