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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.
Video from Home Innovation Research Labs on how to properly build a moisture-free closed crawlspace in climate zones 3A and 4A with climate-specific information to ensure energy efficiency, comfort, and durability.
Video describing air source heat pump installation; part 1 of 14 describes planning the system layout and considerations like vegetation, accessibility, moisture, and client approval.
Video describing air source heat pump installation; part 3 of 14 describes the outdoor unit including clearance, environmental protection (impact, vibration, and snow), and elevation.
Video describing air source heat pump installation; part 13 of 14 describes miscellaneous items including air sealing, pest protection, environmental protection, checking attachments and supports, labeling, and double-checking for missed items.
Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center on how to incorporate energy efficient building design into cold climates, focusing on the tribal community of Kwigillingok, Alaska.
Video from Alaska Public Media and Cold Climate Housing Research Center explaining how the changing climate will need to be met with changing housing structures, specifically homes' foundations.