Videos

Video from LSU AgCenter describing dry floodproofing and how to dry floodproof your home.

Video describing how to fully seal a continuous weather resistance barrier.

Video from CBC News on long-term solutions for building homes for hot weather, including using radiant cooling and energy efficient windows.

Video showing how to evaluate openings in homes in hurricane and high wind prone areas per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video from the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors on how to inspect your home for wind resistance, including door and window impact ratings.

Video interview explaining the benefits of installing insulated concrete forms for both energy efficiency and disaster resistance in either new or existing homes for under $10,000. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Homes.

Video from PG&E outlining building material-related steps to take to take to lower the risk of home ignition during a fire.

Video showing how to board up a home properly in preparation for high wind or hurricane events per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video describing hurricane ties and how they make your home more ready for severe weather by strengthening structural connections.

Video from Cold Climate Housing Research Center showing how to install inset windows correctly to keep cold air and moisture at bay.

Video explaining how to prepare a home for flood conditions using temporary panel closures recommended by LSU AgCenter.

Video from Master Builders Victoria on passive solar design principles for home construction.

Video showing the importance of preparing your home for flying debris common in severe weather per IBHS FORTIFIED Home guidelines.

Video showing how to make DIY high winds/hurricane shutters to prepare for severe weather per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video showing damage that can occur during high wind times from poor window and door installments that lead to a weak points in the home's envelope and how to fix these problems per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Video overviewing how to make a home flood resistant, meaning that they can be quickly restored to their original condition after a natural disaster. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Video showing steps to take to prepare openings in homes for a hurricane or high wind event as explained by the Weather Channel and IBHS Fortified Home.

Steve Easley details the 2009 IECC residential requirements regarding Water and Moisture issues. Flashing, windows, water leaks and kick out flashings are all discussed.

Video describing how to air-seal around window and door rough openings.