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Location: |
Bowie, MD |
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Climate Zone: |
Moderate |
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Subdivision: |
N/A |
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Builder: |
NAHB Research Center |
Evaluation
Start Date: |
June 2000 |
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Completion Date: |
March 2003 |
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Now available:
ToolBase Field Results- MADE Home Project: Bowie MD (PDF) provides a summary of this field evaluation, including contributors, objectives, and results.
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Objectives: |
- To demonstrate the construction of attractive, marketable, entry-level homes that are affordable to build and operate.
- Study the ability of fiber cement siding to manage moisture installed without the use of caulk.
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General Construction Information: |
Approximately 1,900 square foot, single-family detached home on 30’ x 40’ footprint; 2x4 wood-framed walls using advanced framing techniques;
low-E, single-hung vinyl windows; precast concrete panel basement; asphalt shingle roof; heat pump heating and cooling with ducts in conditioned spaces
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Significant Results: |
- For the fiber cement siding installed without caulk, there was no evidence of moisture intrusion past the building envelope over one year’s time.
- Homeowners and builders were also surveyed about features of the home, and many would consider using the technologies in their own homes.
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