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Brainy Membrane
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A vapor retarder that changes permeability with changing relative humidity provides added protection against moisture problems in exterior walls. [continue reading]
Flood Testing Gets a Reality Check
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Although the structural damage to a home from flooding cannot always be prepared for, the use of flood-resistant materials can minimize the cost of rebuilding. [continue reading]
Battling Childhood Asthma
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A better tomorrow for all of us depends on creating healthy living conditions for children in affordable housing. [continue reading]
Dealing with Mold in Damaged Homes
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The longer mold grows, the greater the potential hazard and the harder it is to control. [continue reading]
Moisture, Leaks, and Pressures in Mobile Homes
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The first challenge is to determine whether the problem is moisture condensing in the ceiling, or a roof leak, or both. To find out, look for penetrations in surfaces. [continue reading]
Ventilating Small Chicago Homes
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Because the affordable Chicago homes are airtight, builders were especially concerned with providing adequate ventilation and good indoor air quality. [continue reading]
Scott Donnelly
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Keeping a home cool in the summer yet warm in the winter is a tough request. The choice of quantity ...
Doug Garrett
Code Conflict Between 2012 IRC and 2012 IECC
It has come to my attention that there may be a building science-based conflict in the language of the 2012 International ...
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