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BONUS Presentations

BONUS Moisture Matters Presentation
BONUS Condensation and Mold Prevention
PART 1 Mold Preventative Home Renovation
PART 2 Mold Preventative Home Renovation
UNIT 1 Site Selection

Lesson1.1 Course Introduction
Lesson1.2 Climate
Lesson1.3 Site Selection
Lesson1.4 Permits & Site Planning
Lesson1.5 Surveys
Lesson1.6 Site Grading
UNIT 1 Additional Resource Documents
BSH Unit 1 Summary
BONUS LESSON Site Drainage To Protect Foundations
UNIT 2 Building Design

Lesson2.1 Building Design Basics
Lesson2.2 Design Vocabulary
Lesson2.3 Design Phases
Lesson2.4 Design Styles
Lesson2.5 Floor Planning
Lesson2.6 Walls & Roofs
Lesson2.7 Mechanicals: HVAC, Electric, Plumbing
UNIT 2 Additional Resource Documents
BSH Unit 2 Summary
BONUS LESSON All About HVAC
BONUS LESSON Shower Tub Moisture Management
BONUS LESSON Toilet Sink Mold Prevention
BONUS LESSON Sustainability and Energy
UNIT 3 Foundation Types

Lesson3.1 Foundations
Lesson3.2 Slabs
Lesson3.3 Crawl Spaces
Lesson3.4 Basements
Lesson3.5 Foundation Drainage
Lesson3.6 Waterproofing
Lesson3.7 Foundation Choices
UNIT 3 Additional Resource Documents
BSH Unit 3 Summary PDF
BONUS LESSON All About Crawlspaces
BONUS LESSON Basement Mold Issues and Solutions
BONUS LESSON Slab Foundation Facts
UNIT 4 The Roof

Lesson 4.1 Roof Overview
Lesson 4.2 Roof Slope
Lesson 4.3 Roof Water Control
Lesson 4.4 Roof Venting & Insulation
Lesson 4.5 Roof Details
Lesson 4.6 Gutters
UNIT 4 Additional Resource Documents
BSH Unit 4 Summary PDF
BONUS LESSON All About Chimneys
BONUS LESSON All About Attics
UNIT 5 Walls & Openings

Lesson 5.1 Walls & Openings
Lesson 5.2 Materials
Lesson 5.3 Drying & Drainage
Lesson 5.4 Rainscreens
UNIT 5 Additional Resource Documents
BONUS LESSON Stucco Basics
BONUS LESSON All About Insulation
BONUS LESSON Waterproofing Windows and Doors
UNIT 6 Contracts

Lesson 6.1 What Is A Construction Contract
Lesson 6.2 Why Do Contracts Matter
Lesson 6.3 Where To Obtain Contracts
UNIT 6 Sample Contract PDF
Hiring and Working with Builders and Contractors
BONUS SECTION Building Materials

BONUS LESSON All About Vapor Barriers
BONUS LESSON Flooring Facts To Avoid Mold
BONUS LESSON Brick and Masonry Masterclass
BONUS LESSON Wood Materials Masterclass
BONUS LESSON Mold and Moisture In Wood Products
BONUS Before You Buy or Rent

Before You Buy or Rent Masterclass
Cheryl Answers Common Questions On Building Defects
Evaluations Part 1
Evaluations Part 2
Tools For Moisture Testing, Cleaning, and Containment
CHECKLIST Tips To Find A Safe Home
STUDENT RESOURCES

1 YEAR FREE Dwell Well Institute Membership
CONSULTING Rate For BSH Students
CHECKLIST Questions For Builders
CHECKLIST Top Home Building Mistakes
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UNIT 1 Site Selection

9 Lessons