…subtropical southern states. Hurricane Andrew brought major building code changes and calls for better exterior paints to resist the…
…manufacturers," McLaughlin comments, "but the intense 2004 hurricane season has increased demand for it." These days just about every…

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Permits and Planning Before Demolition

…taken down." Most building permits cover the demolition part of any renovation project. Although there is a National Building Code (BOCA, or Building Officials and Code Administrators), local municipalities all have their own code. Contractors should…

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Emergency Shutoffs

…circuit blows, it may be indication of compromised wiring, says Rocky Lopes, manager of Homeland Security and Emergency Management for the National Association of Counties. Earthquakes can undermine a home s electrical system integrity, and…

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Disaster Safety for People with Disabilities

…refrigerator to include medication dosages, necessary equipment, and emergency contacts. Register with local emergency management and fire departments. Identify multiple evacuation routes at home and at work. Ask your employer to include…

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Plugging Up Leaks with a Home Energy Audit

…See the DSIRE database of state incentives. Here's something to think about if you own an older home. The Uniform Building Code was first enacted back in 1927. Houses built before that date often didn t always have enough insulation or adequate heating…

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EnergyWise House: Elements of an Energy-Efficient House

…appliances are central to an efficient design. Also evaluate the cost, ease of construction, the builder's limitations, and building code compliance. Some schemes are simple to construct, while others can be extremely complex and thus expensive. An increasing…

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What Makes a Room a "Bedroom?"

…Realtors (NAR). This code of ethics binds the agent to the same bedroom definition inferred by the national and local building code requirements on that space, including having two means of egress. In the real estate world, a space can be considered…

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Storm-Resistant Houses

…reduce the risk of flooding. The decision to build an all-masonry community happened before the devastating 2004 hurricane season, she says, but it "made a difference in people wanting to invest here. It's a huge relief to people. We do feel…

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LEED Green Building Certification for Homes

LEED Green Building Code for Homes New LEED code guarantees standards for energy-efficient…
…money on utilities. Why Build LEED Certified LEED Green Building Code for Homes LEED-certified homes are rated on all aspects of…

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Window Safety

…want to keep the safety minimums in mind. Check with local building code administrators to see what might be required. Window…
…or window stops are properly placed. Check with the local building code or fire official for suggestions on proper placement. …

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