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New Orleans termites eat a tiny house from the inside out

Publication Date

June, 2018

Author(s)

NOLA.com

Organization(s)

NOLA.com

Video from of NOLA.com showing a small-scale demonstration of how termites can overtake a home and destruct the key structural pieces.

NFPA 13D-Life Safety System

Publication Date

August, 2018

A video providing a brief overview of NFPA Standard 13D.

No Class I Vapor Retarders on Interior Side of Exterior Walls in Warm-Humid Climates

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing vapor retarders used in Warm-Humid climates.

No Excessive Coiled or Looped Flex Ducts

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing proper flex duct installation.

No Kinks or Sharp Bends in Flex Duct Installation (1)

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing how to properly install flex ducts.

NPMA examines spray foam insulation and termite control

Publication Date

November, 2019

Author(s)

PMP TV

Organization(s)

PMP TV

Video from PMP TV explaining interactions between termites and spray foam insulation.

Opening Protection Systems - Doors, Windows, Garages

Publication Date

February, 2015

Video showing proper attic ventilation systems for hurricane-prone regions compliant with IBHS Fortified Home standards.

Other Exterior Walls

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing how to properly air seal exterior walls.

Overview of Convection in Buildings

Publication Date

September, 2020

Author(s)

Dillon

Organization(s)

PNNL

This video provides an overview of convection in buildings, with an introduction to Newton's Law of cooling.

Overview: Engineered Wood Products in Structural Systems for Residential Construction

Publication Date

January, 2014

Author(s)

Home Innovation Research Labs

Organization(s)

Home Innovation Research Labs

Video from Home Innovation Research Labs giving an overview on engineered wood products and L-joist systems and their uses in residential construction.

Pacific Northwest is Earthquake Country

Publication Date

October, 2017

This video describes how to prepare for an earthquake, and then how to act once one has begun.

Panel Closures

Publication Date

November, 2016

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

Part 4 -Installation of a 30,000-gallon Fire Protection Storage Water Tank - Gamber, Maryland 2018

Publication Date

June, 2018

Author(s)

Mark Davis

Organization(s)

GBW Associates LLC

The fourth video in an eight-part series documenting the installation of an underground cistern for fire protection - other videos available on YouTube.

Passive House Basement Foundation Walls: Karuna Video #3

Publication Date

January, 2012

Video describing the details of the basement foundation walls in a passive house.

Passive House Basement Thermal Breaks: Karuna Video #4

Publication Date

January, 2012

Video describing the thermal breaks in a passive house basement.

Passive House Foundation Footings: Karuna Video #2

Publication Date

January, 2013

Video describing the foundation footings in a passive house.

Passive House Foundation Wall and Drainage: Karuna Video #5

Publication Date

January, 2012

Video describing the foundation wall and drainage system in a passive house.

Passive House Geofoam Foundation Installation: Karuna Video #1

Publication Date

October, 2011

Video showing the installation of a foundation in a passive house.

Passive House Underslab Foam & Vapor Barrier: Karuna Video #6

Publication Date

February, 2012

Video describing the under slab and vapor barrier used on a passive house.

Passive House Wall Assembly Mock | Hammer & Hand

Publication Date

March, 2015

Video showing a mock wall assembly used in Hammer and Hand’s passive houses.

Passive Solar Design Principles

Publication Date

October, 2013

Author(s)

Master Builders Victoria

Organization(s)

Master Builders Victoria

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

Pellet Stoves in Southeast Alaska: the Basics & the Benefits

Publication Date

March, 2013

Author(s)

Deering

Organization(s)

Cold Climate Housing Research Center,

CCHRC

Video describing how a pellet stove works and how to maintain it.

Personal Support Network

Publication Date

May, 2021

This video encourages everyone to have a support network in case of an emergency to ensure the safety of yourself and those around you.

Plates/Blocking at Top of Walls Adjoining Unconditioned Spaces

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing how to insulate skylight shafts and knee walls correctly.

Plumbing/Piping (1)

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing how to properly air seal plumbing penetrations.

Plumbing/Piping (2)

Publication Date

September, 2015

Video describing how to properly air seal around plumbing pipes.

Polyethylene Lapped Up Walls/Piers and Secured in the Ground (1)

Publication Date

September, 2015

Video describing how to install a polyethylene vapor barrier/capillary break over the floor of the crawlspace.

Portable Generator Safety Virtual Demonstration

Publication Date

June, 2011

Video demonstrating how to safely operate backup generators to avoid carbon monoxide exposure.

Prepare to Avoid the Dangers of Flying Debris

Publication Date

February, 2019

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

Preparedness Journey

Publication Date

May, 2021

This video encourages everyone to prepare themselves and their homes for any type of emergency.

Products, Protocols and Procedures for Effective Mosquito Barrier Treatments

Publication Date

June, 2017

Author(s)

PMP TV

Organization(s)

PMP TV

Video presentation from PMP TV covering construction practices to mitigate mosquitos.

Project: Roofing in High Wind Zones

Publication Date

May, 2020

Author(s)

Guertin Mike

Organization(s)

Fine Homebuilding Magazine

Video presentation describing steps to properly install roofs and shingles in high wind zones.

Proper Clothes Dryer Venting

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing proper clothes dryer ventilation.

Proper Installation of Filter

Publication Date

July, 2015

Video describing how to properly install HVAC filters.

Protect Your Home from Flood Damage

Publication Date

February, 2012

Video showing steps to protect homes from flood damage using both dry flood-proofing and wet flood-proofing methods per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Protect Your Home from High Wind and Earthquakes

Publication Date

January, 2015

Video showing how to protect your home against both earthquakes and high winds and how similar design strategies can work for both events per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Protect Your Home from Lightning

Publication Date

July, 2012

Video explaining the potential hazard of lightning strikes and how to prepare your home to resist strikes. Recommendations from FLASH Strong Home guidelines.

Protect Your Home in a FLASH - DIY Plywood Hurricane Shutters

Publication Date

August, 2011

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

Protect Your Home in a FLASH - Wind Inspection

Publication Date

May, 2011

Video showing how to inspect your home's exterior and surrounding areas for possible problems from high winds per FLASH Strong Homes Guidelines.

Protect Your Home in a FLASH with Huber ZIP System Roof Sheathing and Tape

Publication Date

December, 2016

Video showing how to protect your home via Huber ZIP System Roof Sealing and Tape from moisture problems arising from high wind or hurricane damage per FLASH Strong Homes guidelines.

Protect Your Windows & Doors from High Winds

Publication Date

September, 2008

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.

Protecting Decks from Wildfires: Attached Deck (long version)

Publication Date

September, 2020

Author(s)

FIRESafe Marin

Organization(s)

FIRESafe Marin

Video from FIRESafe Marin explaining how decks can be a major weak point for embers to ignite. Proper construction and materials shown in the video reduce the risk of ignition.

Protecting Your Home From Wildfire

Publication Date

December, 2011

Author(s)

Forest Service

Organization(s)

USFS

Video from the Forest Service highlighting potential weak spots on homes that could ignite the structure and how to lower the chances of ignition in these key areas.

PSC Troubleshooting

Publication Date

June, 2014

Author(s)

Advanced Technology Institute (ATI)

Organization(s)

Advanced Technology Institute (ATI)

Video describing permanent split capacitor (PSC) motors.

Pumpkin Ridge Passive House Video #004: Wall Assembly

Publication Date

December, 2012

Video describing the wall assembly of a passive house.

Pumpkin Ridge Passive House Video #005: Air Sealing

Publication Date

December, 2012

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

Pumpkin Ridge Passive House video #006: Insulation Details

Publication Date

December, 2012

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

Pumpkin Ridge Passive House Video #007: Wall-To-Roof Air Barrier Details

Publication Date

January, 2013

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

Pumpkin Ridge Passive House Video #009: Wall-To-Roof Air Barrier (Part II)

Publication Date

December, 2013

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

Pumpkin Ridge Passive House Video #010: Attic Truss Details

Publication Date

January, 2013

Video describing the attic truss details in a passive house.