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 a four-square Concord home retrofitted by Building Science Corporation in Massachusetts.
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 building project in the marine climate.
Case Study
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Case study describing a retrofit project in the cold and very-cold climate zones.
Reference
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Case study about how to properly tape insulating sheathing drainage planes.
Reference
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Guidebook providing useful examples of high performance retrofit techniques for the building enclosure of wood frame residential construction in a cold and somewhat wet climate.
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.
Guide
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Guide describing an approach to re-roofing an existing flat roof to improve thermal, water, and air control performance.
Reference
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Guide providing information on controlling attic ductwork sweating.
Reference
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Report describing the work conducted for high performance hybrid assemblies.
Reference
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Report describing steps homeowners can take to improve the indoor air quality in their home, including ventilating, preventing pests, and reducing pollutants in the home.
Guide
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Guide describing how to repair or replace skylights in existing homes.
Guide
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Guide describing how to re-roof an existing home with a sloped roof and add insulation above the roof deck.
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.