Video
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Video describing roof and attic construction for cold climates, including cathedral roof design and insulation strategies, from Cold Climate Housing Research Center.
Reference
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A book about structurally insulated panels.
Reference
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Website article interviewing the inventor of the Larsen truss, a history of its use, and a discussion of its advantages and disadvantages.
Case Study
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Case study describing a new home construction project in Florida.
Video
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Video describing traditional 2x4 16 inch on center framing versus advanced framing with 2x6 stud walls at 24 inch on center, insulated corners and headers, wall stud-ceiling joist alignment, etc. providing a strong wall with more room for insulation.
Reference
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Report considers a number of promising wall systems that can meet the requirement for better thermal control.
Reference
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Siding installation guide for Ply Gem Siding Group products.
Presentation
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This presentation will help you define insulated siding, understand R-value testing of insulated siding, describe proper installation of insulated siding, comply with energy codes and understand building energy performance program and software recognition.
Case Study
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Case study describing new home construction in the hot-humid climate, optimizing thermal enclosure, HVAC, water heating and lighting measures.
Guide
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Guide describing how to air-seal modular home marriage joints.
Guide
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Guide describing how to air-seal common walls between dwelling units in multifamily housing.
Guide
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Guide describing how to correctly air-seal a wall with missing top plates or open wall cavities.
Guide
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Guide describing how to air-seal duct and flue shafts.