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Constructability of Elevating Concrete Slabs on Grade

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American Concrete Institute
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ACI
Video from American Concrete Institute explaining the differences between foundation construction strategies and heights to mitigate damage from flooding.

Construction Fast Facts: Erosion Control

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Mississippi State University - Bagley College of Engineering
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Mississippi State University - Bagley College of Engineering
Video from Mississippi State University - Bagley College of Engineering with information on some common erosion control tactics.

Continuous Load Path Framing

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Video demonstrating and discussing continuous load path framing techniques from Remodeling Magazine.

Cracks and Gaps

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Video explaining why homeowners should seal cracks and gaps on their homes in preparation for severe weather, complying with IBHS guidelines.

Defensible Space Inspection questions 1

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UNRExtension
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UNRExtension
Video describing ways to create a defensible space around a home to make it less susceptible to wildfires.

Defensible Space Inspection questions 1

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UNRExtension
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UNRExtension
Video interview from the University of Nevado - Reno with a Nevada fire protections officer explaining how to properly inspect a home's defensible space.

DES413 - Shear Wall Design Examples Webinar

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American Wood Council
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AWC
Video presentation describing shear wall design and construction techniques to resist high winds and other disaster types.

Designing in the Floodplain with Wet & Dry Floodproofing Options

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Illinois Society of Professional Engineers
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NSPE-IL
Video presentation reviewing active and passive floodproofing systems and how to implement these measures while complying with ASCE, FEMA, NFIP, and ICC code requirements.

Did You Know? Hurricane Retrofit a Home (#5349)

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Holigan
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Your New House Improvement TV Show
Video segment educating homeowners on how to make their communities more disaster-resistant, from Michael Holigan's Your New House Home Improvement TV Show.

Direct Water into Gutters with a Kickout Flashing Diverter

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Guertin Mike
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Fine Homebuilding Magazine
When flashing one of a house’s biggest potential leaks — where the eave overhang meets a vertical wall — editorial advisor Mike Guertin chooses to err on the side of caution to control water flow and not rely solely on step flashing.

Disaster Ready Washington

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This video discusses the steps people can take to prepare their homes and emergency supply kits to be ready for a disaster.

Do you know how to store water properly?

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This video explains the importance of having enough water on hand in case of an emergency, how to store the drinking water, and how to use and gather more in the case of an emergency.

Dry Floodproofing

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

Dry Hydrants & Fire Protection

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DEEP Video
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DEEP Video
A video describing dry hydrants and their potential for improving ISO ratings.

Earthquake Shut-Off Valves

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nwnaturalgas
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nwnaturalgas
Video from nwnaturalgas outlining basic information about earthquake shutoff valves.

Ember Activity on the Caughlin Fire

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UNRExtension
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UNRExtension
Video from the University of Nevada - Reno explaining how ember activity from the Caughlin fire paired with high winds led to the destruction of homes over a mile away from the fire.

Energy 101: Geothermal Heat Pumps

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U.S. Department of Energy
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DOE
Video from DOE on geothermal heat pumps and their use in hot and cold climates for heating and cooling needs.

Engineered Wood Floor Systems: Best Practices

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Home Innovation Research Labs
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Home Innovation Research Labs
Video from Home Innovation Research Labs showing best practices for designing and installing engineered wood floor L-joist systems.

Episode 5: Home Erosion Control

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University of Arkansas
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University of Arkansas
Video from University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture on how to construct a gravel path to control erosion.

Erosion & Sediment Control Requirements

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LGL Archive Page
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City of Lexington Kentucky
Video from LGL Archive Page (City of Lexington Kentucky) explaining the steps needed to take to ensure proper site drainage prior to new home construction.

Fighting the Washoe Drive Fire

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UNRExtension
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UNRExtension
Video from the University of Nevada - Reno with a firefighter who fought the Washoe Drive Fire explains how strong winds can cause rapid wildfire spread, affecting homes.

Final Lessons learned from def space inspection

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UNRExtension
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UNRExtension
Video from the University of Nevada - Reno illustrating what it looks like to follow defensible space guidelines for a typical Nevada residence.

Fire Behavior on the Washoe Drive Fire

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UNRExtension
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UNRExtension
Video from the University of Nevada - Reno explaining how a particular fire, the Washoe Drive Fire, was able to spread rapidly and affect homes and other structures through flying embers reaching roofs, vents, garages, and other openings.

Fire-Safe Building Materials

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UNRExtension
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UNRExtension
Video presentation from the University of Nevada - Reno explaining fire-safe building materials and their classifications.

FLAT ROOF. Proper way to seal vents and pipes.

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

Flood Series: Pumping out a flooded basement

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This video describes and shows a safe process to remove water from a basement after a flood.

Flood Series: Safety and Cleanup after a Flood

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This video shows the process of returning to, cleaning, and repairing a home after a flood.

Flood Series: What to do during a Flood

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This video lays out clear steps to take during a flood for one's home and personal safety.

Flood-hardy, drainable, dryable wall

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Video explaining a design option for homes in the case of a flood that would negate the need for gutting the home post-flood. Recommendations from LSU AgCenter.

Floodproofing

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Kentucky Flood Risk
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Kentucky Flood Risk
Video explaining the two types of floodproofing; wet and dry, as well as techniques and standards for both.

Floodwalls and Levees

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Video explaining flood walls/levee construction practices and science from LSU AgCenter.

Florida Concrete Termite Resistance

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Florida Film & Tape
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Florida Film & Tape
Video from Florida Film & Tape outlining the range of termites across the US, the damage they can cause to wood, and preventative measures to avoid termite infestation.