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Guide discussing observations, recommendations, and technical guidance as a result of Hurricane Katrina
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Journal article reporting on field experience of unvented cathedralized (UC) attics in several environments in the United States.
Case Study
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Case study describing a new home construction project in Florida.
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The FPC Monitoring project has evaluated radiant barrier systems (RBS) as a new potential DSM program.
Reference
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Article describing the importance of air sealing, insulation, and roof ventilation in reducing the likelihood of ice dam formation on roofs in cold snowy climates.
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Document providing background and approach for the prep work necessary prior to adding attic insulation - focusing on combustion safety, ventilation for indoor air quality, and attic ventilation for durability.
Guide
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Guide describing how to increase insulation in existing homes by installing batt insulation on the ceiling plane of a vented attic.
Reference
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Report describing research testing results on roof truss to wall connections in light frame wood systems.
Reference
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FEMA report describing findings from an investigation of Hurricane Ike in Texas and Louisiana and residential construction recommendations based on those findings.
Guide
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Guide describing how to insulate and air-seal dropped ceilings and soffits to prevent air leakage.
Guide
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This guide describes how to install a rigid air barrier to separate the porch attic from the conditioned space.
Reference
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Research study describing field testing performed in 32 two-story Florida homes to characterize wind washing failures of the house air and thermal boundary.
Reference
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FEMA Mitigation Assessment Team Report describing damages from Hurricane Michael in Florida in Oct. 2018 and recommendations for future hurricane preparedness.
Reference
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Article from Montana State University Extension explaining how proper insulation techniques can greatly reduce the risks of ice dams on roofs in cold climate zones.
Reference
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Report describing the use of fresh air ventilation systems to eliminate the formation of icicles and ice dams along the eaves of roofs.
Guide
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Guide describing how to apply spray foam insulation to the floor of the attic in existing homes.
Video
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Video demonstrating how all connections are critical in creating a continuous path for loads acting on a building (from the exhibition Designing for Disaster at the National Building Museum in Washington, D.C.© National Building Museum (2014))
Video
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Video showing proper attic ventilation systems for hurricane-prone regions compliant with IBHS Fortified Home standards.
Video
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Video showing how to install gables properly to ensure a secure roof frame per IBHS FORTIFIED Home standards.
Video
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Video showing the requirements for attic vents in homes to comply with IBHS FORTIFIED Home requirements.