In the climate-controlled buildings of today, moisture problemsaffect not only the useable life expectancy of the structure, butthe comfort and health of the occupants. This reference is thefirst to apply up-to-date moisture control and treatment techniquesin a problem/solution format. Opening with an introductoryexplanation of the nature and causes of mold, mildew, andcondensation, the book gives specific advice on heated, cooled, andcombination environments, plus a short course in the dynamics ofmoisture movement within buildings. Other invaluable coverageincludes: * clear, detailed recommended practices for all United Statesclimates * practices for cooling as well as heating climates (often, heatingclimate solutions are applied in cooling climates, where problemsand solutions are completely different) * an overall, systematic view of moisture problems--including howmechanical systems and occupant lifestyles can create and alsoresolve moisture problems * actual case studies of buildings with moisture problems thatillustrate the principles and practices presented in the book This detailed, no-nonsense exploration of moisture cause andeffect--as well as its protection and remediation--will expandreaders' knowledge on this crucial subject. Moisture ControlHandbook will be welcomed by building contractors, architects,mechanical engineers, building science researchers, buildingproduct manufacturers, homeowners, and small commercial buildingowners.

Moisture Control Handbook: Principles and Practices for Residential and Small Commercial Buildings

Arts & Photography

Lstiburek, Joseph

Carmody, John

Architecture

wiley

This manual presents the best techniques for energy and resource efficient residential construction in the colder climates of North America. Lstiburek (a forensic engineer who heads Building Science Corp. in Massachusetts) presents information on the practicalities of choosing the right insulation, heating systems, keeping heat in, air and moisture barriers, exterior wood priming, avoiding cold corners and plates, sealing air barriers, considering drainage planes behind siding, avoiding insulation gaps, and flashing window openings. Contains many diagrams. Spiral wire binding.

Builder's Guide to Cold Climates: A Comprehensive Guide to the Best Cold-Climate Building Techniques

Taunton Press

This manual shows the best techniques for energy and resource efficient residential construction in the mixed climates of North America. Lstiburek (a forensic engineer who heads Building Science Corp.in Massachusetts) discusses choosing the right insulation, heating systems, keeping heat in, air and moisture barriers, exterior wood priming, avoiding cold corners and plates, sealing air barriers, considering drainage planes behind siding, avoiding insulation gaps, and flashing window openings. Contains many diagrams. Spiral wire binding.

Builder's Guide to Mixed Climates: Details for Design and Construction

Engineering & Transportation

Engineering

From the back cover: "This concise, graphically rich manual shows you the best techniques for energy- and resource-efficient residential construction in the colder climates of North America. Builder's Guide to Cold Climates is a comprehensive, completely up-to-date reference for anybody who designs, builds or remodels homes that are durable, energy-efficient, healthy, safe and comfortable." Lstiburek, a forensic engineer specializing in moisture-related problems, herein provides a highly praised and very detailed guide for the cold-climate builder.

The Builder's Guide to Cold Climates: Details for Design and Construction

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Home Improvement & Design

Taunton Press, Incorporated

See the best price to sell, buy, or rent books by Lstiburek, Joseph. BookScouter helps to compare book prices from 25+ online bookstores and 30+ buyback vendors with a single search.

Books by Lstiburek, Joseph