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Building Systems -- High-performance Options
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Building systems that integrate the five criteria for Gulf Region conditions.

Key Building Science Principles - Essential Pieces of the Puzzle
What your goals should include in this region...
Geographic Basics- Location, Location Location
climate zones

Important things to remember about the gulf region.

Heat Basics- Why Insulation Isn't Enough
conduction

Heat moves three ways...
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Air Basics- The Invisible Transporter
negative pressure
Air equalizes between higher and lower pressure areas- whether you want it to or not...
Moisture Basics - Clues to Moisture Problem Mysteries
relative humidity
Find the water vapor balance...
Comfort
Comfort is more than merely air temperature...
Resulting Rules to Remember in the South
The most important messeges to take from this guide...
Important Building Material Insights
When conditions change, so do building materials...
Building Codes - Minimum Requirements
Before making building plans, be aware of the building code requirements for your location.
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