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Can Exterior Foam Insulation Cause Mold and Moisture Problems?

A thick layer of rigid foam insulation amounts to a vapor barrier on the outside of a house. Won't this trap moisture and rot the OSB?
Musings of an Energy Nerd
Forget Vapor Diffusion — Stop the Air Leaks!

Building codes are finally beginning to recognize that air barriers matter more than vapor barriers
Musings of an Energy Nerd
Vapor Retarders and Vapor Barriers

Answers to persistent questions about vapor diffusion
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Air Barrier or Vapor Barrier? – Building Science Podcast

Air leaks are a big source of moisture problems that lead to bugs, mold, and rot in homes

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Can Exterior Foam Insulation Cause Mold and Moisture Problems?