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Guide describing how ice dams form and how roofs can be constructed to prevent them.

Guide describing steps to take to minimize indoor humidity in preparation for cold winter weather.

Guide describing the installation of roof vents that are resistant to damage from high winds and entry of wind-borne rain, wildfire embers, or pests.

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

Guide describing how to construct homes and decks to manage heavy snow loads in winter weather.

Guide describing how to apply heavy membranes at eaves in cold climates to help guard against ice dams.

Guide describing an approach to re-roofing an existing flat roof to improve thermal, water, and air control performance.

Guide describing how to install a corrosion-resistant drain pan in condensate-producing HVAC equipment.

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 describing how to air-seal doors that are next to unconditioned spaces.

Guide describing how to seal roof valleys and how to seal around pipes, chimneys, and other roof deck penetrations.

Guide discussing disaster resistance related to metal roofing when installing roofing on new construction or when repairing or replacing roofing on existing homes.

Guide describing how to install a capillary break to help manage moisture in foundations.

Guide describing how to repair or replace skylights in existing homes.

Guide discussing disaster resistance related to clay or concrete tile roofing when installing roofing on new construction or when repairing or replacing roofing on existing homes.

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