PHRC Reports/Briefs/Software


2008 Publications
BB0807: Wall Bracing: Part 1
BB1007: Wall Bracing: Part 2
BB1107: Wall Bracing: Parts 3 & 4

2005 Publications

2004 Publications
P6: 2004 PA Housing Conference
P5: Foundation Insulation Material Properties

2003 Publications
CODE01: Pennsylvania's Alternative Residential Energy Provisions
TM01: Training Manual (Programs GA1, GA2 and CO1)
P4: Proceedings: 11th Annual PA Housing Conference

2002 Publications
A77: Housing Innovation-The University Housing Research Centers and the Building Codes
A78: The Concept of a Network of Full-Service Housing Resource Centers
BB0402: So You Want to Become a Construction Code Official?
P3: Proceedings: 10th Annual PA Housing Conference
TB0302: Window Technology
BB0502: Air Leakage in Recessed Lights

2001 Publications
BB0201: Blower Door Testing
BB0301: Mold and Buildings
P2: Proceedings: 9th Annual PA Housing Conference
TB0101: Soil Freeze Depth Guide for Manufactured Housing in PA
TB0201: Site Design Considerations for Manufactured Housing

2000 Publications
A68: Glazing Proportions for New housing in PA
A69: Climatic Zones for Energy Conservation in PA
A70: Thermal Envelope Assessment of Energy Code Provisions for Pennsylvania
A71: Evaluation of Energy Code Trade-offs for PA
A72: Energy Code Provisions for the Use of Light-Gauge, Cold Formed Steel
P1: Proceedings: 8th Annual PA Housing Conference

1999 Publications
A58: Design Issues With Steel-stud-framed Wall Systems
A62: Marketing Modular
A65: House Building Industry: Educational Needs Assessment
A66: Residential Site Improvement and Subdivision Design Standards: A Review
BB0199: Builder Brief - New and Improved Basement Wall System
RB0199: Research Brief - Composite Action and Floor System Stiffness

1998 Publications
A56: The Importance of Modular Housing in Pennsylvania
A59: The Use of Housewrap in Walls: Installation, Performance and Implications
A61: Building Code Training Needs in Pennsylvania

1997 Software
A54: Evaluating the Costs of Modular and Stick-Built Construction Using A.C.E

1997 Publications
A50: Below-Grade Construction: Issues and Needs
A51: Foundation Wall Systems for Houses
A52: A Builder’s Guide to Modular Housing
A53: Flood Damage to Houses with Basements: a Starting Point
A55: Economic Assessment of Basement Insulation for Pennsylvania

1996 Publications
A46: Investigation of the Computer Related Resources Available to the Pennsylvania Builder

1995 Publications
A40: Evaluation of Duct Sealing Effectiveness
A41: Creep Behavior of Composite Structural Insulated Panels
A42: The Framework for an Integrated CAD-Based Information Management System for the Residential Building Industry
A43: The Energy Cost Optimized Modular House
A45: A Technology Transfer Program in Computer-Aided Design for the Residential Building and Construction Industry
D5: A Comparative Analysis of State Mandated Contractor Licensing Examinations
D6: Site Selection and Evaluation Techniques Concerning a Proposed Residential Subdivision Within the Centre Region
D7: Test Item Development for the PBA Certified Residential Contractor Program
D9: Computer-Aided Design for the Residential Builder

1994 Publications
A32: Course Manual for Computer-Based Cost Estimating
A33: Building Healthy Homes: A Builder's Reference Guide
A34: Progress Report on the Creep Performance of Structural Insulated Panels
A35: Suggested Competency Standards for the Pennsylvania Builders Association State-Wide Builder Certification Program
A36: A Manufacturer's Reference Guide to the Design and Optimization of Energy Efficient HVAC Systems for Modular Houses
A37: Management Guidelines for Growth Oriented Homebuilding Firms

1993 Publications
A24: Site Wastewater Treatment and Disposal Systems Research Workshop
A25: An Optimization Analysis of Residential Energy Systems
A26: Technology Transfer Manual for Computer-Based Cost Estimating: Edition 3
A27: Design and Optimization of Energy Efficient HVAC Systems for Modular Houses
A28: A Residential Land Development Model (Phase I of a Continuing Study Concerning the Land Development Process)
A29: Development of a Customized CAD-Based Design Production System for Residential Builders
A30: Builders' Perceived Need for Continuing Education: A Focus Group Research Project Conducted for the Pennsylvania Builders Association Education Committee
A31: A Review of Selected Alternative Wood Framing Systems for Residential and Light Commercial Construction
D1: Groundwater Infiltration Pits

1992 Publications
A22: Analysis of Envelope Performance and Energy Utilization in Residential Construction: Edition 2
A23: Construction Process Knowledge Model to Assist Method Selection in Project Planning

1991 Publications
A10: Analysis of Flow Through Porous Media as applied to Gabion Dams Regarding the Storage and Release of Stormwater Runoff
A11: Computer-Integrated Design Drawing, Cost Estimating and Construction Scheduling
A13: An Analysis of Quality in the Modular Housing Industry
A14: Analysis of Direct and Indirect Impact Costs Attributed to the Wetlands Regulatory Programs of the Local, State and Federal Governments of the United States
A17: Participant manual for the Residential Building Code Training Program for Pennsylvania Code Officials and Inpsectors, Volumes I and II
A18: Instructor Manual for the Residential Building Code Training Program for Pennsylvania Code Officials and Inspectors, Volumes I and II
A19: An Overview of Opportunities/Needs for Residential Building Code Training for Pennsylvania Building Code Officials and Inspectors
A20: Proceedings of the On-Site Wastemaster Treatment adn Disposal Systems Research Workshop
A21: Summary Report of the NAHB Research Center Consortium of Designated University-Bassed Pennsylvania Housing Research Centers July1, 1988 to December 31, 1991
A7: Analysis of the Policies and Procedures of Strom Water Management
A8: A Comparison of Methodologies Used to Estimate Storm Water Runoff and Detention Basin Volume on a Sample Watershed
A9: Analysys of Enveloope Performance and Energy Utilization in Residential Construction

1990 Publications
A4: Building Systems for the TEAHouse (Technologically Efficient Affordable House)
A5: Technology Concept for the TEAHouse (Tehcnologically Efficient Affordable House) - Building Systems Selection Criteria
B2: A Consumer Guide to Factory Built Housing