Guide
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Guide for designing and installing interior ducts in an interstitial floor cavity in new and existing homes.
Guide
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Guide describing the retrofit of kitchen exhaust systems, including duct sizing and routing considerations.
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Guide describing methods for short-term control of erosion during construction and long-term measures for controlling erosion on sloped sites or sites with river banks or shore lines.
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Guide describing the design of a shelter-in-place room in a home for protection during hurricanes and tornadoes.
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Guide describing how to install flashings to help direct water down and out of windows and doors openings in exterior walls.
Home Improvement Expert™ Checklist
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Installed correctly, energy-efficient replacement windows can reduce utility costs while improving comfort and durability.
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Guide describing options for providing access to the roof via openable skylights, dormer windows, or roof hatches, for occupants of homes in areas prone to severe flooding.
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Guide describing removal of construction debris from flex ducts and protection of ducts and HVAC equipment during construction to keep them free of dust and debris.
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Guide describing how to install energy-efficient refrigerators in new and existing homes.
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Guide describing wall assemblies and materials that are resistant to destruction from wildfires.
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Guide describing the uses, selection process, and specification of high-MERV filters.
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A guide for choosing, installing, and flashing roof anchoring systems for solar panels.
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Guide describing how to strengthen or protect windows against wind and wind-borne debris during high-wind events including hurricanes and tornados.
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Guide describing sizing and installation of foundation heat exchangers, which can be connected to a heat pump system used for spacing conditioning as well as domestic water heating.
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Guide describing how to slope solid surfaces outside of a home so rainwater flows away from the home.
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Guide describing how to air-seal duct and flue shafts.
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Guide describing methods to manage groundwater under and around urban multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing how to install dishwashers in new and existing homes.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing things to consider in the attic, ceiling, or roof before attempting retrofits of items including HVAC, wiring, or structural systems.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing things to consider before retrofitting walls, windows, and doors, including wiring, moisture protection, and lead paint.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing best practices for dealing with hazards that might be encountered when returning to a home to do renovations after a natural disaster.
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Guide describing construction and protection of roof edges to resist air pressures at roof edges during high-wind events.
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Guide describing ceiling fan components and basic steps for installation.
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Guide describing how to air-seal doors that are next to unconditioned spaces.
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Guide describing how to properly test the air barrier between the garage and house, and how to ensure the air barrier is tight enough to prevent garage air from entering the home.
Information Guide
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Guide describing battery backup systems, for use with or without photovoltaic panels, to safely store and supply electricity during a power outage.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing the concept of heat flow in residential buildings.
Guide
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Guide providing an overview of central heat pump water heater installations in multifamily buildings.
Airflow Control in Elevator Shafts, Corridors, Stairwells, and Trash Chutes in Multifamily Buildings
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Guide describing airflow control strategies for elevator shafts, corridors, stairwells, and trash chutes in multifamily buildings.
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Guide describing method for installing ducts in a duct chase in a dropped ceiling.