BASC Search | Building America Solution Center

This flood-resistant masonry wall design with metal framing and rigid foam insulation will limit moisture damage in exterior walls.

Publication Date

Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00

FEMA recommends techniques like open lower wall cavities with exterior rigid foam insulation and paperless drywall for flood-resistant, dryable wall interiors.

Publication Date

Thu, 09/01/2011 - 12:00

Flood-hardy, drainable, dryable wall

Publication Date

October, 2017

Video explaining a design option for homes in the case of a flood that would negate the need for gutting the home post-flood. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

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

Guide describing how to select the siding materials best suited to withstand hazards the home is likely to face within its lifetime.