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Alaska Residential Building Manual, 7th Edition

Order hard copy  ~  This comprehensive manual covers Alaska home building from pre-construction to post-construction. It is an exhaustive resource,... Show More

Arthur Nash, $25.00 ~ HCM-00051

Alaska’s Changing Landscape and Well Water Arsenic Presence, Testing and Mitigation

Order hard copy  ~  Arsenic is found in many areas around Alaska and can be a health hazard when it turns up in well water. This publication discusses the... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-04951

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Allowable Loads for Round Timber Poles

Available online only. Builders will appreciate this publication about calculating and understanding the allowable loads for... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-00752

148k

Broiler Production

Order hard copy  ~  Of all the livestock produced in Alaska, broilers or fryers require the least amount of equipment and time for the meat produced. If you... Show More

Stephen Brown, Free ~ LPM-00341

691k

Building Challenges in Alaska

Order hard copy  ~  This publication looks at things to consider with working with foundations, floors, walls, ceilings, insulation, vapor barriers,... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-00952

241k

Carbon Monoxide: A Silent Killer

Order hard copy  ~  This guide focuses on promoting awareness of carbon monoxide poisoning. It covers what carbon monoxide is, where it comes from and how... Show More

Leif Albertson, Free ~ RAD-00756

122k

Caulks and Sealants Factsheet

Order hard copy  ~  This publication provides information on caulks and sealants for both interior and exterior use. There are tips on where to caulk,... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ EEM-01252

181k

Emergency Supply Checklists for Alaskans

Order hard copy  ~  This publication lists the supplies you will need to add to your safety and comfort during and after any natural disaster.... Show More

Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ SAL-00007

Emergency Water Supply

Order hard copy  ~  One of the most important elements in an emergency or disaster, including a prolonged electrical outage, is water. This publication... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ SAL-00006

446k

Foundation Retrofit and Rehabilitation

Order hard copy  ~  This bulletin gives an overview of the various methods that can be used to improve older building foundations and retrofit building... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-01555

694k

Insulating an Existing House

Order hard copy  ~  This practical guide is intended to help the average homeowner improve energy and heating efficiency in an existing home. It includes... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ EEM-04452

156k

Insulation Value of Log Versus Frame Wall

Order hard copy  ~  This publication provides information on insulation for the astute homebuilder or buyer. It has numerous calculations of wall... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ EEM-00852

210k

Keeping Your House Operating During a Cold Alaska Winter

Order hard copy  ~  This useful pamphlet covers the maintenance of home utilities during cold winter temperatures. There is information on heating... Show More

Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ EEM-04955

Outhouses in Alaska

Order hard copy  ~  Whether you want to build an outhouse for your summer cabin or because you live in a waterless house or don't have a septic system, it is... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-00300

417k

Permafrost: A Building Problem in Alaska

Order hard copy  ~  This detailed publication provides information on permafrost in Alaska. Not only does it explore what permafrost is, it also... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-00754

259k

Permeability of Common Building Material to Water Vapor

Order hard copy  ~  This publication provides extensive information on water vapor and the home, including helpful facts, data collection tips,... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ EEM-00259

596k

Space Heater Safety: Using Kerosene and Propane

Alaska has very high rates of carbon monoxide-related deaths compared to the rest of the nation, partly because of the increased use of... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ EEM-00253

Storing Vegetables and Fruits at Home

Available Online Only. Washington State University Extension publication offers the essentials for storing vegetables and fruits... Show More

Sarah R-P. Lewis, Free ~ EB-01326

268k

Suggestions for Installing Domestic Water Storage Tanks

Order hard copy  ~  This publication provides guidelines for water tank installations that are especially helpful to the Alaska contractor and... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-04950

240k

Tips to Live Independently at Home as You Age: Entrance Stairs, Ramps, Doors and Lighting

Order hard copy  ~  There are many advantages to staying in your home as you age, both personal and financial, but many people wonder if they will be able to... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-00100

224k

Understanding, Testing for and Mitigating Radon

Order hard copy  ~  Radon, a colorless, odorless gas, is found anywhere there is decaying uranium with an escape route to the atmosphere. Radon can enter a... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ RAD-00760

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What to Do Before, During and After a Natural Disaster in Alaska

Order hard copy  ~  Potential natural disasters in Alaska include earthquakes, flooding and storm surges, wildfires and high wind events. This... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ SAL-00009

780k

Window Shopping

Order hard copy  ~  This publication has tips and advice about what to look for when shopping for windows. Information on window frames, spacers, glass,... Show More

Arthur Nash, Free ~ HCM-04459

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