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Energy Efficient, High Performance, Affordable New Homes (12.8.2008)
Learn how to duplicate results achieved in a local high performance affordable demonstration home.

Keep It Dry - Flashing & Moisture Control (Baton Rouge)
In our wet climate, keeping a wood frame house dry is the single most important factor for durability, preventing mold, and long term customer satisfaction and referrals. Plus, the more energy efficient the house, the harder and more important it is to keep it dry. Effective flashing and moisture control methods can easily prevent this all-too-common and costly source of call-backs and liability claims.

Lead and Mold Safe Work Practices
Many homes built before 1978 contain lead-based paint. It is important that renovation, remodeling and repair activities use methods that reduce and control dust and debris created during work. Even a small amount of dust can pose a serious health risk to children, families and the workers themselves. You can help prevent childhood lead poisoning by learning to work lead safe. Attendees will learn skills to safely renovate older housing and prevent childhood lead poisoning. Participants

Keep it Dry-Flashing and Moisture Control (St. Tammany)
In our wet climate, keeping a wood frame house dry is the single most important factor for durability, preventing mold, and long term customer satisfaction and referrals. Plus, the more energy efficient the house, the harder and more important it is to keep it dry. Effective flashing and moisture control methods can easily prevent this all-too-common and costly source of call-backs and liability claims.

Keep it Dry-Flashing and Moisture Control (Calcasieu)
Keep it Dry- Flashing and Moisture Control (Calcasieu)