Video presentation eduacating HUD recipients and applicants on floodplain management and improvement of homes in these zones from HUD's Office of Environment and Energy.
Video from National Fire Protection Association highlighting 5 key areas that can ignite a structure, including site, openings, vents, and materials recommendations.
Presentation describing how to install ductless heat pumps in cold climates with snow or ice present challenges; topics include: (1) siting the outdoor unit, (2) tips for managing snow depths and wind, and (3) smart installation of line sets.
Video from Dorken Systems Inc. of industry expert Joe Lstiburek explaining wet and dry floodproofing for homes, specifically below-grade water control.
Video describing traditional 2x4 16 inch on center framing versus advanced framing with 2x6 stud walls at 24 inch on center, insulated corners and headers, wall stud-ceiling joist alignment, etc. providing a strong wall with more room for insulation.
Video presentation describing the importance of a continuous load path and how good design and construction practices can improve storm resistance per APA guidelines.
Video from Home Innovation Research Labs giving a background on air admittance vents, which are one-way mechanical vents used in plumbing systems to eliminate the need for conventional pipe venting and roof penetrations.
Video of a pro tip contractors can share with homeowners showing how you can reduce bypass around the return grille air filter by taping the seam around the filter with a removable tape like masking tape.
Video showing air sealing of the sill plate behind the baseboard in an existing home with canned spray foam to stop air leakage at the base of the wall.
Video presentation from PMP TV covering different building strategies as they relate to different slab and foundation types and building materials to keep out termites.
Video demonstrating the rebuilding in Alabama following April 2011's tornadoes to strengthen new homes by building safer structures with recommendations based on FEMA guidelines.
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.