Guide
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Guide describing how to insulate a basement to improve the overall thermal performance of the building and provide more dry, usable conditioned space for home occupants and HVAC equipment.
Case Study
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Case study describing the measurement of envelope leakage in multifamily buildings.
Reference
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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.
Guide
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Guide describing how to install flashing that is integrated with air and water control layers around piping, vents, and other wall penetrations as part of an exterior wall retrofit.
Case Study
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2017 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 41 without PV and 8 with PV.
Case Study
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Case study describing the moisture content in homes with double wall framing.
Reference
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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.
Case Study
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Case study describing building in cold and very cold climates.
Guide
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Guide describing how to install moisture-resistant materials on walls behind showers and tubs to help manage moisture.
Case Study
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Case study describing the Green Home 3 project, which achieved a 44% whole-house energy savings over the Building America New Construction B10 Benchmark, DOE Zero Energy Ready Home certification, and National Green Building Standard Gold-level certification.
Reference
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Report describing the work conducted for high performance hybrid assemblies.
Reference
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Report summarizing the importance of properly insulating and air sealing masonry walls, providing step by step instructions and approaches.
Reference
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Report explaining moisture-related concerns for high R-value wall assemblies and discusses past Building America research work that informs this study.
