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Building Homes to Withstand Storms
Whether you're dealing with flooding, high winds, or both, check out this list of articles we've compiled to help homes better weather storms.
Building with significant weather impacts in mind is no longer just an option. Not doing so in an era in which all regions are experiencing climate-induced events from flooding to tornadoes is dangerous and costly in the long-run, and is a matter of social equity. Fortunately, there are building methods you can utilize to make your home or those of your clients safer and more resilient. This list focuses specifically on building for storms in which flooding and high winds are a concern. From framing methods and roofing, to codes and design ideas, check out our top articles on building homes to withstand storms. We will be updating this list as we publish more articles and explore emerging materials and techniques.
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Design
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How it Works: High Winds vs. Houses -
How-To
2
Wind-Resistant Framing Techniques -
Tools & Materials
3
Faster Truss Tie-Downs -
How-To
4
Building for Floods -
Design
5
Dan Nelson’s Tsunami House -
Design
6
Designed for the Coast -
How-To
7
Surviving the Storm -
Design
8
Building for a Changing Climate is a Necessity -
Design
9
Podcast Short: Hurricane-Resistant Housing -
How-To
10
9 Upgrades to Windproof Your Roof -
How-To
11
Project: Windproof a Roof -
12
IBSx Roundtable: Roofing To Withstand More Frequent, More Extreme Storms -
How-To
13
Save Energy with Storm Windows -
Design
14
Flood-Ready Passive House -
Design
15
Build It Right: Lessons From New Orleans -
16
Roof Sheathing Code Updates and the Fortified System -
How-To
17
Webinar: Stormproof a Roof -
18
Energy-Efficient Framing Practices for Hurricane and Tornado Country
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