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Guide describing construction and insulation techniques for double wall framing.
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Guide describing how to achieve RESNET Grade 1 installation standards, and meet/exceed code using batt insulation in existing walls.
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Guide describing how to insulate a new foundation wall or an existing foundation wall by adding rigid insulation to the exterior side.
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Guide describing methods of installing blown insulation in exterior wall cavities of existing homes with minimal disruption to occupants.
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Guide describing how to apply an air control layer directly over existing wall sheathing and cover with two layers of insulating sheathing held in place by vertical furring strips.
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Guide describing how to retrofit older solid masonry homes to withstand seismic activity while including energy-efficient retrofits.
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Guide describing how to insulate the wall cavities of an existing home with spray foam.
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Guide describing how to insulate an existing foundation wall by adding spray foam insulation to the interior side of the wall.
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Guide describing how to frame and insulate exterior-to-interior wall intersections to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.
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Guide describing how to insulate closed crawlspace walls and band joist areas with rigid foam board insulation.
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Guide describing how to upgrade walls that separate the garage from the house by providing a continuous air control layer on the garage side of the wall and adding rigid foam insulation.
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Guide describing how to install spray foam on the exterior of the existing home after framing over the existing siding.
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Guide describing Installing blanket fiberglass insulation on the interior walls of a conditioned, unfinished basement as an alternative to best practice solutions.
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Guide describing how to insulate slabs on grade in climate zones 3 and higher.
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Guide describing method for insulating an unvented crawlspace or conditioned basement with rigid foam on the interior side of the walls.
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Guide describing how to create a fully aligned air barrier behind a staircase.
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Guide describing how to insulate headers over doors and windows to reduce heat loss and heat gain through solid wood framing.
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Guide describing how to properly insulate garages in multifamily buildings.
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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.
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Guide describing insulation techniques for skylight shaft walls.
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Guide describing how to insulate and air-seal attic knee walls and floor joist cavities under knee walls.
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Guide providing guidance on insulating attic eaves in new and existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing RESNET Grade 1-level installation of insulation in walls, attics, and floors.
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This guide describes how to install a rigid air barrier to separate the porch attic from the conditioned space.
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Guide describing air barrier installation, insulation installation, and air-sealing for double walls (half or full walls included in a home design as an architectural feature that provides a more dimensional appearance).
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Guide describing how to frame and insulate corners to reduce heat losses and gains though structural framing.
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Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.
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Guide describing how to install stucco over rigid foam insulation in new and existing homes.
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This guide describes how to install a rigid air barrier to wall framing behind fireplaces.