Install Top Plates or Blocking at the Top of Walls Adjoining Unconditioned Spaces Description Guide describing how to correctly air-seal a wall with missing top plates or open wall cavities.
Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: David Weekley Homes, Houston, Texas Author(s) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Organization(s) PNNL Publication Date December, 2009 Description Case study describing new home construction in the hot-humid climate, optimizing thermal enclosure, HVAC, water heating and lighting measures.
Home Performance Assessment Description Information guide describing how to apply a whole-house approach to home improvement with energy efficiency upgrades, improved indoor air quality, and increased comfort.
New Whole-House Solutions Case Study: Nelson Construction: Hamilton Way, Farmington, CT Author(s) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Organization(s) PNNL Publication Date April, 2012 Description Case study describing the design and testing of 10 high-performance homes in Farmington, Connecticut.
Low-E Exterior Storm Windows Description Guide describing how to install low-e exterior storm windows.
Creating a Cool Room for Extreme Heat Events Description Guide describing how to create a designated shelter-from-heat space in a home to help occupants successfully weather an extreme heat event.
Interior Storm Windows and Panels Description Guide describing how to install low-e interior storm windows.
Existing Skylights Repaired or Replaced and Fully Flashed Description Guide describing how to repair or replace skylights in existing homes.
Building Science Introduction - Heat Flow Description Information guide providing background information about heat flow in residential buildings.