Reference
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Article describing how an airtight home shell helps achieve a tight envelope that is energy efficient and cost effective.
Guide
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Guide describing ways to air-seal an attached garage in new and existing homes.
Guide
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Guide describing compartmentalization in multifamily buildings - the separation of dwelling units from each other and from common areas in terms of air flow.
Video
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Video showing a technique for airtight sheathing installation on exterior walls using foam gasket strips.
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.
Guide
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Guide describing how to air-seal duct and flue shafts.
Video
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Video showing a technique for airtight drywall installation on interior walls using foam gasket strips.
Information Guide
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Information guide listing Building America Solution Center guides that describe ways to air-seal and insulate a new or existing home's walls to resist heat gain.
Video
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Video explaining how to air seal the air barrier of a passive house.
Presentation
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Presentation describing the Georgia State Minimum Standard Energy Code air barrier requirements, envelope concepts including air flow and thermal properties, and common missed insulation and air-sealing opportunities.
