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Explore our expert-driven publications designed to empower homeowners, builders, and community leaders with practical knowledge and actionable guidance. Whether you're looking to enhance your home's energy efficiency, prepare for severe weather, recover safely after a flood, or ensure a healthy indoor environment, our resources offer clear, evidence-based recommendations tailored for Louisiana's unique climate challenges. Each publication is crafted to help you build stronger, safer, and more resilient communities.
If your home’s HVAC system is running more often than usual but temperatures are still uncomfortable in your home, you may want to measure your attic insulation
Leaky windows can strain your HVAC system and increase energy costs, but simple DIY fixes can improve efficiency affordably without professional help.
Energy-saving upgrades, from simple DIY projects to contractor-led renovations, can reduce monthly utility bills.
Learn how energy-efficient window materials and glass options can enhance natural light while reducing strain on your HVAC system and energy costs.
Learn how to reduce energy costs with a DIY or professional home energy audit by identifying leaks, evaluating insulation, and upgrading for efficiency.
Investing in hazard mitigation protects your home, enhances resilience, and saves money by preparing for extreme weather conditions
Proper insulation enhances energy efficiency, reduces heating and cooling costs, and ensures a comfortable home year-round.
These links lead to a plethora of information on the latest construction technology.
This study proposes a systematic approach to predict flood risk for a single-family home using average annual loss (AAL).
Hiring a qualified contractor for mold remediation is not required but generally is safer and more effective than a "do-it-yourself" approach because of the use of specialized equipment. In either case, you should carefully follow safety precautions to reduce exposure to mold. This publication provides guidance on safe and effective mold remediation practices and how to select a qualified remediation professional.
Are you thinking about adding a solar energy system to your home to generate electricity? If so, this consumer guide will help you explore various options, ask important questions and make a well-informed decision. (PDF Format Only)
This publication is a summary of a study of the subfloor moisture levels of south Louisiana raised foundation homes with six different insulation systems.
A flood-damaged home needs special care to remove mold safely and effectively.This fact sheet provides do-it-yourself mold cleanup steps.Pub 2949-B
This guide provides details on creating a home that keeps comfort affordable with high energy efficiency; is protected from mold, termites, storms, floods and other hazards; is healthy, safe and convenient for a lifetime; is a smart investment that pays dividends; and protects our environment for future generations. Cost: $15 plus tax and shipping. You can order this 88-page, spiral-bound book through our online store by using the Order Publication link below.
Lead poisoning is very common. Millions of all ages are affected every year. What is lead and how is it used? Where is lead found? How can my child get lead poisoning? Why is lead poisoning so dangerous? Should my child be tested for lead? Find these answers and more in this free publication. (PDF format only)
Your new home can be safeguarded by using preservative-treated wood and following an integrated pest management program at the time of construction. (PDF format only)
Did you know the air inside buildings is nearly always more polluted than outside air? Learn the types of indoor air pollution and what you can do. (PDF Format Only)
Rising energy prices, floods and hurricanes happen, but they don’t have to bust your budget.
Use this score sheet to rate the efficiency of your kitchen – as it is now and with any planned modifications. It will help you design a more convenient and functional kitchen. Compare your “before” and “after” scores with the rating at the end of this fact sheet. (PDF Format Only)
This fact sheet provides basic steps for homeowners and volunteers to use in safely cleaning up mold in their homes and preventing its regrowth. It is focused on mold resulting from flooding but is applicable to other causes as well. (PDF Format Only)
