Energy Code Training
Resources
The following links are provided for those that are looking for more detail and description of specific techniques.
- Link to Energy Code Training presentation (.pdf)
- Cold and Very Cold Climates Best Practices (.pdf) click on the "Trades" tab in the menu for information on slab insulation, foundation insulation, house wrap and air sealing.
- REScheck - Building Energy Codes Program
- Building Energy Codes Program - U.S. Department of Energy
Foundation, Basement and Crawlspace Resources
- Basement Insulation Systems (.pdf) - Fact sheet on insulating basements including descriptions of the best systems and relative costs.
- Understanding Basements (.pdf) -Fact sheet describing the best practices for insulating and moisture control in basements.
- New Light in Crawl Spaces. (.pdf) - Fact sheet describing best practices for crawl spaces.
- Crawl Space Insulation (.pdf) -basic fact sheet including diagrams
- Builder's Foundation Handbook (.pdf) - detailed information on building and insulation all types of foundations.
- Moisture Control for New Residential Buildings
- Insulated Sheathing link - Link to the Building Sciences publication on installing insulation on the exterior of the home.
- DOE Link to ResCheck and ComCheck compliance programs
Foundation Research articles
- A Builders Guide to Residential Foundation Insulation - Kansas State University Extension publication.
- BSC - High R Foundation Case Study Report - Building Sciences Corporation, High R Foundation research report.
Flood Information
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Winterize a Flooded Home (.pdf) - Link to a presentation on winterizing a flooded home.
North Dakota Residential Construction Energy Efficiency-related Practices Study
* Executive Summary (pdf)
* Full Report (pdf)