Building Envelope

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Sleuthing Out Moisture

Bill Robinson explains how he conducts a building inspection on homes threatened... More

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HVAC Piping Wall Penetration Seal

Elastomeric gaskets in a sturdy enclosure help lock down piping penetrations. More

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Selecting High-Performance Doors and Windows

Phil Armand describes the selection process he leans on to address this critical... More

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Airtight, Watertight Continuous Insulation

A vapor-permeable WRB is laminated to the rigid insulation panel for a two-in-one... More

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An Introduction to Zonal Pressure Diagnostics

Randy Williams explains more of his air leak sleuthing techniques in the latest... More

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Retrofit Air-sealing

Phil Armand describes the tools, materials, and methods he uses to air-seal leaky... More

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Traditional Siding for a Hemp Home

Clad with cedar shingles, this Cape Cod home has a hempline core. More

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A New 'Builder's Guide to Cold Climates'

Joe Lstiburek has updated the industry's best building-science reference. More

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Air-Sealing an Ice-Prone Home

Chris West troubleshoots an ice damming problem in a Cape-style home, a common... More

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Single-Point vs. Multi-point Blower Door Testing

Randy Williams explains the difference in these two types of tests, and when it's... More

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