Masonry walls and beam-and-block floors U-values and building regulationsSean M. Doran
Effective solar U-values are introduced, permitting a simple calculation of building heat loads and accounting for solar heat gains as well. This can be done by multiplying the normal U-values of walls and windows with special reduction factors. They are determined by a rational procedure and de...
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This pays for visitors’ medical expenses if they’re injured on your property or accidentally by someone in your household. Ordinance or Law Insurance If your home is deemed not up to current building codes in your area after a covered loss, this coverage may pay to bring it up to code....
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