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There are several things we can do, in addition to cleaning high touch surfaces, to help prevent the spread of COVID 19, or any infectious disease.
Contractors are required to maintain Lead-Safe certification for the EPA Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule (RRP). You play an important role in preventing lead poisoning!
3-day course provides building science insights and methods for safe and effective mold removal and control in buildings.
If you have a problem with rising water, there are six approaches you can take to preventing damage in future floods: elevate the building, block the water in the yard, seal the building, use materials that water won't hurt, and elevate appliances and systems.
Many raised floor homes in a warm, humid climate develop cupped wood flooring and subfloor moisture problems. This article provides causes and solution options.
As the energy-efficiency bar rises, the margin for error shrinks. Join this 3-day workshop to gain expertise in building science concepts that are key to prevent, diagnose and solve problems. You’ll learn best practice methods for HVAC design and crucial air sealing techniques to achieve the 2009 IRC energy code duct tightness provisions. This course also includes Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) verifier training and certification.
Become a certified Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier qualified to perform the diagnostic testing required for new homes.
When temperatures dip below freezing gardeners and homeowners may need to protect their plants and their heating bill.
Keep your home safe and secure with these five "S" home improvement projects that can prevent costly hurricane damages.
A special 10-year anniversary seminar for only $10 to gain insights and answers to safely and effectively protect your buildings from wood destroying pests.
Seminar and tour about common causes of moisture problems and best practices in home construction to keep it dry.
One Saturday each season, LaHouse opens its doors outside its normal weekday operating hours and has experts on hand to answer questions.
List of Southface-LaHouse Certified Duct and Envelop Testing (DET) Verifiers and those who also completed HVAC for High Performance course.
Concrete tile is very long-lasting, yet more hail-resistant and less expensive than clay or slate.
General views of the LaHouse construction site.
Progress of LaHouse Construction as of July 12, 2006.
Louisiana House Home & Landscape Resource Center
Paperless drywall has no food for mold or termites but looks and installs like standard paper-faced, interior gypsum wallboard.
Rendering of LaHouse, Summer 2007
This publication is a summary of a study of the subfloor moisture levels of south Louisiana raised foundation homes with six different insulation systems.
Crawl space and pier foundations
The new master site plan creates a portrait of the vision for Louisiana House – Home and Landscape Resource Center. It shows the long-range plan for its seven-acre site on Gourier Lane, west of Nicholson Drive and adjacent to the LSU golf course and shop.
The original LaHouse development team.
The LaHouse address, phone number, staff, issue leaders, and the professional contractors and consultants involved in its original design or construction.
Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a sustainable house in Louisiana.
Does your home measure up?
Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a sustainable house in Louisiana.
Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a sustainable house in Louisiana.
Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a sustainable house in Louisiana.
In celebration of LaHouse's 10-year anniversary, we're offering this special topic seminar for only $10 to provide you with answers and insights from experts.
These links lead to a plethora of information on the latest construction technology.
Since the inception of the idea for Louisiana House, landscape and horticulture features have been an integral part of the project.
The key allies are essential to achieving the project goals.
Four-In-One House Construction Plans
Use this checklist to explore features and components of a durable home in Louisiana.
Portal to the Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Indicates the age of the Effective FIRM, and shows parishes that have new flood risk information available.
List of donors to LaHouse project.
Slides of a presentation developed to provide insight into the interactions of spray foam insulation, unvented attics, HVAC and moisture in homes -- to achieve high energy-efficiency and comfort without creating moisture problems and health hazards.
Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a sustainable house in Louisiana.
Use this checklist to explore and select features and components of a sustainable house in Louisiana.
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).
LaHouse welcomes your next meeting or event and offers one-of-a-kind amenities.
Frequently asked questions about flooded home restoration, and science based answers to help owners and contractors make informed decisions.
(01/14/19) The LSU AgCenter LaHouse Resource Center is offering two training and certification classes for residential energy-efficiency and HVAC professionals.
(01/08/19) If keeping your home warm and cozy means bracing for high utility bills, don’t miss the LaHouse winter open house on Jan. 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
(11/27/18) The LSU AgCenter LaHouse Resource Center will present a seminar Structural Pests and Management on Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
(10/24/18) Lead poisoning is preventable when you know the facts and what you can do to protect your children and yourself.
(10/06/18) The LSU AgCenter LaHouse Home and Landscape Resource Center will open its doors to the public on Saturday, Nov. 10 from 10 a.m. to 2.
(06/08/18) Ten years ago, the LSU AgCenter opened LaHouse Home and Landscape Resource Center, a permanent, high-performance housing educational exhibit.
Provides links to one-page documents with instructions of examples of using the new FloodMaps portal.
Volunteers are needed to assist with a variety of tasks.
(Video 01/24/18) This winter has brought record cold temperatures, and it is still not over.
(01/17/18) Recent unusually cold weather across Louisiana is likely to result in higher utility bills.
(07/05/17) With the 2017 hurricane season underway, LaHouse will highlight resilient home solutions at an open house on July 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
(01/06/17) June 1 marked the beginning of the second annual National Healthy Homes Month, designated by the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
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.
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
