Videos

Video describing different types of weatherstripping and how to install them to properly air-seal doors from Columbia Water and Light.

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 describing good installation practices and features of a properly installed roof and gutter system.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on pre-construction measurements. Part 1 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the top cap flashing. Part 10 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on securing the cap flashings. Part 11 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on material preparation before construction. Part 2 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on measuring and bending flashing before installation. Part 3 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the base front apron. Part 4 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing step sides. Part 5 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the top pan. Part 6 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the front cap flashing. Part 7 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the left side cap flashing. Part 8 of 11.

Video from Ivy Tech ivyVILOS giving an in-depth tutorial on how to properly flash a chimney, focusing on installing the right side cap flashing. Part 9 of 11.

Video showing a technique for airtight sheathing installation on exterior walls using foam gasket strips.

Video describing how to properly seal vent and pipe penetrations in a rooftop to prevent moisture damage.

Video describing examples of poor air sealing in a new home and good air sealing of the garage-to-house air barrier in a gut rehab.

Video describing the air barrier installed in a passive house.

Video describing how homeowners can save energy by air sealing their home's attic can lights.

Video describing how homeowners can save energy by air sealing their home's attic electrical boxes.

Video describing how homeowners can save energy by air sealing their home's attic plumbing pipes.

Video describing how to install European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.

Video describing how to air seal the interior of European passive house windows. This video is part of an eight-video series by Hammer & Hand.

Video describing a technique for airtight drywall installation on garage walls using foam gasket strips.

Video showing a technique for airtight drywall installation on interior walls using foam gasket strips.

Video describing how to conduct a blower door test in a passive house.

Video demonstrating a window installation in a passive house.

Video demonstrating a window installation in a passive house.

Video from Home Innovation Research Labs on how to properly install residential exterior doors to be air and water tight.

Video describing how to properly install house wrap for moisture management and air-sealing purposes from Home Innovation Research Labs.

Video describing the management of air flow within the building enclosure focusing on air pressure differences from Home Innovation Research Labs.

Video describing the installation of windows to be air- and water-tight, including recommendations on flashing, air-sealing, and insulation, from Home Innovation Research Labs

Video describing the wall assembly of a passive house.

Video explaining how to air seal the air barrier of a passive house.

Video describing the EPS foam used to insulate the exterior of a passive house.

Video describing the wall-to-roof air barrier details of a passive house.

Video describing the wall-to-roof air barrier details of a passive house.

Video describing the attic truss details in a passive house.

Video describing the interior attic air barrier details in a passive house.

Video describing the wall-to-attic air barrier details of a passive house.

Video discussing the air sealing details around plumbing pipes in the exterior walls of a passive house.

Video describing how to prep and air seal the wall cavity for window installation.

Video describing how to conduct a blower door test in a passive house.

Video discussing the exterior assembly details of a passive house.