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| [Image: Cameron Parish House before and after Rita.]Design & Construction Web site for Design and Construction information. |
| Consumers - How to Use the Registry Step-by-Step instructions for property owners to use the Registry to find a licensed contractor working in their parish and to rate a contractor. |
| LaHouse: Open House Schedule LaHouse has reopened its doors for free previews... |
| How Do I Strengthen My Home for Wind? Wind is the most common and most costly cause of damage to light frame structures in the United States. There are things you can do, however, to reduce the potential damage from high winds. |
| [Image: training center]Online Training Center We have begun and will continue to build upon this Online Training Center to assist the Louisiana and Gulf Region construction infrastructure with building science, best practices and building code-based information and continuing education. |
| Guide for Consumers Use the Registry to find state licensed or registered service providers who wish to work in your parish and who offer the services you need. |
| [Image: Flooded house]Flood Recovery Information From this page, you will be able to access information on a variety of issues related to flood recovery. |
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| Flood Hazards in Louisiana Louisiana floods - from excess rain and poor drainage; from overflow of rivers, streams and bayous; from drainage channels backing-up; from storm surge; from levee failures. |
| [Image: (Figure 2) OVE-Optimum Value Engineering]Building Systems: Ways You Can Get Framed in Louisiana Here are brief descriptions of currently available building systems for exterior walls and roofs. Some of their major properties that relate to sustainable development are mentioned. A generalized assessment of how each building system integrates and balances the five criteria for Louisiana conditions. |
| Guide for Building Industry Professionals Building professionals who are licensed or registered to operate in Louisiana can offer services used in building, remodeling or restoring homes. |
| Terms of Use Users must indicate acceptance of these terms prior to submitting ANY personal, company, service or project information to the Registry. |
| Reducing Summer Utility Bills You probably think of an air conditioner as something that puts cool air in your homes, but what it really does is remove heat from your home. So an understanding of how heat gets in your home is the key to choosing the most cost-effective ways to cut summer utility bills while staying cool and comfortable. |
| [Image: Hygro-thermal Map]Geographic Basics - Climate, Flood, Wind and Termites Geographic Basics in Louisiana include Climate, Flood, Wind and Termites. Read about the climate, wind and flood hazards, and termites in Louisiana. |
| Larger jobs require more help from professionals One of the hardest determinations you'll have to make when you decide to restore a damaged home is how much work needs to be done - and how much help you'll need. |
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| [Image: Steel Mesh Termite Barrier]Termite Resistance Use multiple methods to make your home resistant to damage from termites, especially Formosan subterranean termites, and other wood-destroying insects. Since basic controls and most state approved stand-alone treatments are not fool-proof, it’s wise to invest in a second line of defense or even a totally termite-resistant structure. Click here to find out how to make your home resistant to termites. |
| Repairing Storm-Damaged Roofs Damage to roofs is the most common damage resulting from wind storms, and we can take actions to minimize future damage. |
| [Image: Older homes]Special Issues with Older Homes Preserving and maintaining the great benefits of having an older home will take time, commitment, and money. |
| Renewable Energy and Zero Energy Homes Use of renewable fuels, fuel cells, and photovoltaics can help homeowners achieve energy efficiency. |
| Rebuilding Information Station The Rebuilding Information Station is an outreach center at the New Orleans Lakefront that is set up to assist homeowners in managing the rebuilding of their hurricane damaged homes through information, education and outreach. Partners in the Station are the LSU AgCenter, University of New Orleans Center for Hazards Assessment, Response and Technology, Tulane City Center and The Road Home program. |
| September Mini-Seminars at Rebuilding Information Station A series of mini-seminars has been scheduled for September at the Rebuilding Information Station (RIS) in New Orleans. |
| House and Landscape Designers Selected On Novermber 10, 2000, Remson-Haley Architects (RHA) has been selected to design the Louisiana House and produce a master plan for development of the six-acre site. |
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| Follow Four Essential Steps When Starting A Lawn There are four distinct components of establishing turfgrass: clearing and grading to provide the desired contours and good surface drainage, soil preparation, planting, and watering and maintenance. |
| Professional Roles: Interior Designers An interior designer works on the interior and is specially trained in this area. Interior designers follow much of the same design steps and procedures as architects do, only the work of interior designers is specific to the interior. |
| Global Green's Holy Cross Project in the Lower 9th After the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Global Green USA made a dedicated commitment to sustainable building in New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. As part of that commitment, Global Green, in partnership with Brad Pitt, sponsored an international design competition during the summer of 2006. The result is a zero energy affordable housing development in the Holy Cross Neighborhood of the Lower 9th Ward. |
| How Can I Tell if I Have Formosan Termites in My House? Learn how to inspect and treat your home for Formosan termites as well as common problem areas to look for. |
| The Safer, Stronger, Smarter Louisiana House - Hurricane Edition This "Hurricane Edition" is a guide to flood, wind and water resistance features you can see at the Louisiana House Home and Landscape Resource Center (LaHouse). It was developed during the summer of 2007 for use in mid-construction open houses. Pages will be updated when features become less visible as the house is completed. |
| Checklist for Decay Resistance Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a sustainable house in Louisiana. |
| Changing Space Restoration of a home may afford a good opportunity to change the way you use existing space in the home. |
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| Protect Your Children from Lead Lead poisoning is not just a problem in crumbling housing in inner cities. It's a common tragic result of remodeling older homes and other sources. Small exposures, once thought harmless, can cause serious, permanent damage to the brain. |
| Professional Roles: Structural Engineers Structural engineering is a sub-specialty of civil engineering, but can also be a stand-alone degree. Structural engineers design the systems that ensure that buildings and other structures are safely supported and able to resist forces against them, such as hurricane winds. |
| Long-lasting Materials and Warranties Over the life of a product, more-durable and longer-lasting options are generally better investments. These options are also better environmentally because they reduce both solid waste and resource waste. |
| Sample Contract View this sample contract to get an idea of the language your contract may include. Source: LouisianaRebuilds (http://www.louisianarebuilds.info/contractor) |
| Maintenance and Inspection Guidelines to Protect Your Home from Termites Treatments for termites must be integrated with proper maintenance. Eliminate as many conditions conducive to termite infestations as possible by following the five general categories of rules. |
| Foundations of Elevated Buildings After hurricanes Katrina and Rita, some homeowners are rebuilding to a higher elevation, either by choice, or because they are required to elevate. Elevating or rebuilding above base flood level will minimize the flood risk, but foundations that aren’t designed and built properly may result in other problems. |
| Use of Connectors and Brackets In high-wind areas, special hardware is used for most framing connections. Proper use of connection hardware is important for insuring your home can withstand high winds. SOURCE: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction Technical Fact Sheet Series: Fact Sheet 17. |
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| Consejos de Seguridad para Demolicion El trabajo de la demolición implica muchos de los mismos peligros que se presentan durante otras actividades de la construcción. Sin embargo, la demolición también implica los peligros adicionales debido a una variedad de otros factores. Algunos de éstos incluyen: pintura conducir-basada, objetos agudos o que resaltan y material el asbesto-contener. Fuente: La Occupational Safety and Health Administration de Estados Unidos (OSHA). |
| Chain Saw Safety Tips Operating a chain saw is dangerous. The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has developed this "Quick Card" as a reference guide for workers. |
| Demolition Safety Tips Demolition work involves many of the same hazards that arise during other construction activities. However, demolition also involves additional hazards due to a variety of other factors. Some of these include: lead-based paint, sharp or protruding objects and asbestos-containing material. Source: The U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration. |
| Aerial Lifts Safety Tips Aerial lifts include boom-supported aerial platforms, such as cherry pickers or bucket trucks. The major causes of fatalities are falls, electrocutions, and collapses or tip overs. Source: The United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). |
| Chain Saw Safety Tips - OSHA Quick Card Operating a chain saw is inherently hazardous. Potential injuries can be minimized by using proper personal protective equipment and safe operating procedures. |
| Reducing Waste Reducing the amount of waste produced when building and living in homes can make a big difference in the number, longevity and cost of needed landfills. |
| Dry Foundations A great deal of moisture can move from the ground into and through a foundation and floor system... |
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| Finding a Counselor This discussion of different methods of counseling and different factors to use in finding a counselor can help the consumer make good choices in selecting a mental health professional service. |
| Gutting a House It’s been almost two years since Hurricane Katrina hit the southern coast of Louisiana and Mississippi. Some of the flooded homes have been rebuilt, or are in the process of being rebuilt. The important question is “How good are we rebuilding?” |
| Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council The Louisiana State Uniform Construction Code Council has developed a Web site filled with valuable information concerning the Louisiana Uniform Construction Code. |
| Build Safer Stronger Smarter: Elevating an Existing Home If you live in Louisiana, your primary objective in raising a home is likely to be flood avoidance, even if you’re not in an identified flood hazard area. Elevation is the most effective on-site method of reducing future flood damage. |
| Build Safer, Stronger, Smarter: Add Strength and Water Resistance When Reparing Your Walls Any home repair or remodeling work you do presents an opportunity to help your home fare better in the next storm. Whether you are just replacing siding or you have damage that's requiring you to completely remove all the wall coverings – inside or outside – you can work to minimize future storm damage at every stage of the project. |
| What's a Wind Load? Imagine turning your house upside down and shaking it.... |
| Homeowner's Guide to Retrofitting: Six Ways to Protect Your House From Flooding As a homeowner, you need clear information about the options that are available to reduce flood damage to your home and straightforward guidance on selecting the option that is best for you. Quite often this is a difficult task. By knowing the basic questions to ask, you are guided toward the investment in retrofitting that is appropriate for you. |
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| Prepare su Vivienda Antes del Inicio de la Temporada de Tormentas Al prepararse para la temporada de huracanes que se avecina, los funcionarios federales exhortan a los residentes a que también preparen sus viviendas. |
| Lowest Floor Elevation In inland areas, experience has shown that floods damage areas of buildings not elevated above the flood level and destroy contents of those areas. In coastal areas, wave action causes even more damage, often destroying enclosed building areas below the flood level (and any building areas above the flood level that depend on the lower area for structural support). Source: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction Technical Fact Sheet Series: Fact Sheet 4. |
| LaHouse - Building Systems LaHouse showcases four types of construction: Standard 2 x 4 Framing, Advanced 2 x 6 Framing, Structural Insulated Panel Systems (SIPS) and Insulating Concrete Forms (ICF). |
| LaHouse - Special Hurricane Resistance Features LaHouse has several features for flood and wind and water resistance that are not captured in the building component descriptions. These include a Safe Room, Dry Floodproofing, anchoring of the flat roof of the breezeway, porct protection and closets, ground sloping away from the foundation, back-flow protection and elevated utility systems. |
| LaHouse - Windows and Doors Windows and doors at LaHouse are selected and sized to meet the cojde-specified design pressure rating for a 130 mph wind zone. Where windows and doors are not impact rated units, they are protected by shutter, panels or screens. Windows and doors are flashed so water drains to the outside, not into the wall cavity. |
| LaHouse - Walls Walls at LaHouse are wind and water resistant. Sheathing and hardware contribute to shear, lateral and uplift resistance. Layering and taping of housewraps and flashings provide resistance to water and moisture penetration. Drainage planes exclude water that penerates exterior finishes. |
| LaHouse - Roof The roofs at LaHouse are predominantly hip-style for greatest wind resistance. Both metal and simulated clay tile are demonstrated with high-wind installation. |
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| LaHouse Foundation - Flood, Wind and Water Resistance LaHouse has a flood protection level 3 feet above Base Flood Elevation, using three elevated foundations on the house and dry-floodproofingon the non-residential building (garage/classroom). Wind and moisture protection are also addressed. |
| Prepare Your Home, Before Storm Season Starts In preparing for the upcoming hurricane season, federal officials urge coastal residens to prepare their dwellings, too. |
| LaHouse - Paving the Path Thank you to each of the initial LaHouse brick givers! We look forward to seeing your personal inscription on brick pavers installed on a scenic LaHouse landscape trail. |
| LaHouse - Built Safer, Stronger, Smarter LaHouse is a showcase for best practices and code-plus construction. Its flood and wind resistance features meet or exceed the criteria of the "Fortified...for Safer Living" program of the Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS). Many of the water-resistance techniques are best construction practices; some are required by code. |
| Avoid Being A Victim Of Contractor Fraud The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the Louisiana Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, and the Louisiana Attorney General are offering advice to victims of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita on how to avoid unscrupulous contractors and people posing as contractors. |
| Guarding Against Disaster Aid Fraud Making false statements to a FEMA inspector is a prosecutable offense under Title 18 of the United States Code. Potential cases of fraud or misuse are referred to the U.S. Justice Department for prosecution. Penalties for felony offenses can be severe. |
| The Best Time to Buy Flood Insurance Is Now The best time to buy flood insurance is now. Coverage usually doesn't begin until 30 days after the purchase date. |
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| Savings Strategies Almost 70% of Americans live from paycheck to paycheck, courting disaster if their income is suddenly reduced or stopped. Katrina and Rita took homes and jobs, leaving many with a need to save for rebuilding. Here are some strategies for saving for recovery. |
| Navigating Post-Disaster Mortgage Issues In the wake of a natural disaster, homeowners, who may have also lost income, often face the daunting challenge of making monthly mortgage payments on badly damaged, perhaps destroyed residences. Lenders want to keep people in their homes and to help those who have lost them to purchase new homes or to rebuild their homes and communities. However, many disaster victims will need assistance for extended periods of time. |
| Rent-to-Own vs. Buying on Credit If you need furnishings and appliances but cannot afford the full purchase price up front, you can rent the item, rent with the intent to purchase, or purchase on a monthly installment plan. If your intent is to own the item, compare the cost of purchase when choosing one of these options. |
| Choose the Right Mortgage for You There are many different types of mortgages a person can get when buying or building a home. Some people decide for themselves what type of mortgage best suits their needs. But, if you’d rather have a professional’s advice, you should consult a mortgage counselor. This article lists a few types of mortgages you may consider. |
| Shift Toward Renewable and Zero Energy Get off the grid and use renewable energy sources to power your home. |
| Professional Roles – The Architect An architect is a design professional who designs environments in which people live, work, and play. |
| From Vision to Reality News about LaHouse Ribbon Cutting, post-storm accomplishments and what's next. |
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| LSU AgCenter Announces Opening of Rebuilding Information Station The LSU AgCenter, in conjunction with the University of New Orleans’ Center for Hazards Assessment, Response and Technology (UNO_CHART), Tulane City Center and Louisiana Office of Community Development’s Road Home program, is hosting an open house for the Rebuilding Information Station (RIS) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 26. |
| Tight Construction for a Continuous Air Barrier Homes should create a continuous air barrier system that surrounds all conditioned space... |
| Making Decisions Making every day decisions is not always easy. It came be even more difficult to make a decision after a catastrophic event such as a hurricane, tornado, fire, flood windstorm. Some people may believe they don’t have any options. While there are always options, it’s not always easy for some people to decide what to do. |
| Greater New Orleans Through the 19th and 20th centuries, New Orleans remained not only one of the most populous cities in the United States, but also one of its most important ports with its location at the mouth of the Mississippi River. |
| Permeable Paving Surfaces Most people live in cities and suburban areas. These areas are characterized by acres of hard surfaces -- roads, rooftops and parking lots. In contrast to forests and fields, which allow rainwater to soak in, these impermeable surfaces force more and more rainwater to run off. By using paving surfaces that allow rainwater to soak into the ground, you can reduce excessive rainwater runoff and help prevent erosion. |
| Design for Flood Damage Reduction Homeowners can design their homes to be built so as to minimize damages caused by flooding. Learning as much information as possible before starting the building process is important. This article gives information on Flood Insurance Rate Maps, the National Flood Insurance Program, base flood elevations, and more. |
| For More Information About Getting Involved In LaHouse Request more information about contributing to the Louisiana House Home & Landscape Resource Center |
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| Dedicate a Room in Louisiana House Charter Diamond, Platinum and Gold Key Contributors to LaHouse capital campaign may select and permanently dedicate a room or feature as an exclusive recognition opportunity (while available). |
| Construction Requirements in Coastal Areas Local communities have adopted codes and floodplain regulations that govern building construction and development in floodplains. These requirements, which can apply to both new construction and repair of existing buildings, differ in different flood zones. This document details the minimum regulations. |
| Handling Food and Water After a Flood After a major storm or flood, you must assume that all water sources are contaminated until proved safe. Food that has been contaminated by floodwaters should also be handled carefully. |
| Contracting for Repairs and Rebuilding Outside contractors and companies will enter the area to offer their services. Some are honest and will do an adequate job, but be careful in working with outside contractors. |
| Flood Protection Terms Definitions of terms used in flood protection. |
| Financial Fitness Expo Come out and bring your family and friends to hear and see the featured speakers and exhibitors, including: bankers, credit unions, United Way, insurance experts, mortgage companies, Fannie Mae, Finance Authority of New Orleans, city officials, Road Home Advisors & FEMA Mitigation & Rental staff will be onsite to provide assistance. |
| Energy Use this checklist to explore features and components of an energy efficient home in Louisiana. |
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| Access Remedies for Your Home This is a discussion of diferent ways of accessing a dwelling that is elevated (or 'raised') significantly above grade. Ramps, lifts and elevators are discussed. |
| Hazard Resistance Use this checklist to explore features and components of a hazard resistant home in Louisiana. |
| Healthy Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a healthy home in Louisiana. |
| Builder Interview Information Knowing what questions to ask can save you lots of money and help you find the best contractor to build your house. The Capital Region Builder's Association has provided the attached information to help you ask the right questions. |
| Convenient and Practical Use this checklist to explore features and components of a convenient, practical home in Louisiana. |
| Your Convienient and Practical Checklist Use this checklist to explore components and features of your sustainable Louisiana house. |
| Durable Use this checklist to explore features and components of a durable home in Louisiana. |
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| Determining Structural Damage When calm returns after the storm, it’s time to assess the damage and begin repairs. A number of factors should be considered, and the following information may be helpful. |
| NEW Gulf Region Healthy Homes Training Center LaHouse is now a Gulf Coast Region Healthy Homes Training Center -- a partnership with the National Healthy Homes Training Center that brings together public health and housing professionals to promote practical and cost-effective methods for making homes healthier. |
| Building Safer and Stronger is Building Smarter A video promotion of the Build Safer, Stronger, Smarter concepts for Louisiana. |
| What's Your Flood Risk? Find out your relative flood risk today. Simply enter your property information and FEMA will show you the relative flood risk to your property. |
| Load Paths To illustrate the concept of load paths and highlight important connections in a wind uplift load path. SOURCE: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction FEMA 499: Technical Fact Sheet 10. |
| Moisture Barrier Systems The location of water entry is often difficult to see, and the damage to substrate and structural members beyond the exterior wall cladding frequently cannot be detected by visual inspection. A successful moisture barrier system will limit water infiltration into unwanted areas and allow drainage and drying of wetted building materials. SOURCE: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Contruction FEMA 499: Technical Fact Sheet 9. |
| Coastal Building Materials The durability of a coastal home relies on the types of materials used to construct it. Materials and construction methods should be resistant to flood and wind damage, driving rain, corrosion, moisture and decay. SOURCE: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction FEMA 499: Technical Fact Sheet 8. |
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| Selecting a Lot and Siting the Building Many factors affect and limit a home builder's or owner's ability to site coastal residential buildings. Building failures are often the result of poor siting. SOURCE: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction FEMA 499: Technical Fact Sheet 7. |
| Have You Seen This Insect? Help discover locations where the Formosan subterranean termite is not known to exist. |
| Integrated Pest Management of Termites and Other Wood Attacking Organisms: A Louisiana Perspective Considerations on integrated pest management of termites and other wood attacking organism are presented in depth. |
| Caring for Large Electrical Appliances Made Wet During a Disaster Appliances made wet by floodwaters or by rainwater after roofs were damaged will need extreme care before reuse. This care will be important to protecting the life of the appliance and your safety. |
| Summary of Coastal Construction Requirements and Recommendations This fact sheet summarizes National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) regulatory requirements concerning coastal construction and provides recommendations for exceeding those requirements. SOURCE: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction Technical Fact Sheet Series (FEMA 499): Technical Fact Sheet 2. |
| V-Zone Design and Construction Certificate There is no single V-zone certificate used on a nationwide basis. Local communities and/or states have developed their own certification procedures and documents. This fact sheet contains information that explains the certification requirements for structural design and construction in V zones. SOURCE: FEMA 499 Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction Technical Fact Sheet Series Technical Fact Sheet 5. |
| How Do Siting and Design Decisions Affect the Owner's Costs? A variety of costs -- not just the construction cost -- should be considered when planning a coastal home. Owners should be aware of these costs and consider how siting and design decisions will affect these costs. This information is part of FEMA's Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction Technical Fact Sheet Series (FEMA 499). |
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| Repairs, Remodeling, Additions and Retrofitting The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has requirements for repairs, remodeling and additions. This fact sheet provides recommendations for exceeding those minimum requirements and it lists opportunities for retrofitting in coastal flood hazard areas. SOURCE: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction FEMA 499: Technical Fact Sheet 30. |
| Using a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) Flood Insurance Rate Maps, or FIRMs, are used to determine flood insurance rates and premiums. This fact sheet explains the use of FIRMs. SOURCE: FEMA 499: Home Builder's Guide to Coastal Construction Technical Fact Sheet Series Technical Fact Sheet 3. |
| Formosan Subterranean Termite Identification & Biology One important key for successful management of a pest is to identify it. This publication can help you differentiate between ants and the dry-wood and subterranean termites that are pests in Louisiana. It also contains specific information on Formosan subterranean termites. |
| Protect Your Home from Termites Things to consider when constructing or renovating a home to protect your house from termites. |
| Do NOT Spread Formosan Subterranean Termites! Suggestions for preventing the spread of Formosan subterranean termites. |
| Water-Managed Foundation A great deal of moisture can move from the ground into and through a foundation and floor system, which can lead to decay, mold under flooring and high indoor humidity. To prevent these problems, keep rainwater away from the foundation with a 5% slope (6 inches/10 feet) of the grade around the house, prevent materials from absorbing water, drain groundwater with underground drainage before it gets to the foundation and allow the moisture in a foundation to escape. |
| Elevating and Utilizing Smart Building Practices Helps Slidell House Survive Katrina Everett and Carol Brugier’s house in Pirates Cove in Slid | |
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