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School Water Often Goes Untested for Lead
A new report shows that most states do not require that school drinking water be tested for lead
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Hydrostatic Pressure vs. Wicking
Testing waterproofing products to determine their effectiveness against capillary action through basement walls
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The Curious Case of the Imploding Windows
Insulated glass units purchased in Canada deform and break years later after their installation in Europe. Why?
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Ranking Indoor Air Pollutants
The health impact of many indoor air pollutants is coming into focus
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Let’s Mine Our Landfills
Many old landfills contain useful materials that may be worth extracting, and mining them offers other benefits
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Do These Walls Need a Vapor Barrier?
The owner-builder's uncle suggests poly in both the walls and ceiling. Is he right?
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How to Flash an Exterior Door
Your doors need just as much attention to detail as your windows
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Building Materials Supplier Updates E-Book Series
The developing series of instructional guides will cover a variety of enclosure types and highlight use of natural materials
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A New Net-Zero Certification Program
The U.S. Green Building Council will unveil its new program at Greenbuild later this month
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Buying into Climate Change
Rising insurance costs may convince Americans that the risks of climate change are real