Papers & Publications

A representative selection of publications and technical papers authored or co-authored by Mr. Crandell for government and private sector clients and for personal interest is listed below.

Complete Publications List

The following chronological list of selected publications, include books, guides, technical papers, and articles authored or co-authored by Mr. Crandell for government and private sector clients.

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Healthy Buildings & the COVID-19 Pandemic: Building Science for HVAC Systems and Building Envelope Best Practices

ABTG, 2020

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2021 IBC Provisions for Performance-Based Design and Prevention of Roof Aggregate Blow-Off

IIBEC Interface, 8/2020

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Applying Recent Building and Energy Code Advancements for Durable and Energy-Efficient Building Envelopes

IIBEC, 2020

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Continuous Insulation: Research, Applications, and Resources for Walls, Roofs, and Foundations

RCI, 2019

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Model Code Evaluation Requirements for Equivalency to IBC Engineered Shear Walls and IRC Prescriptive Wall Bracing Methods

ARES, 2018

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Model Moisture Control Guidelines for Light-Frame Walls: A Building Code Supplement for Builders, Designers, and Building Officials

ABTG, 2017

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Assessment of Hygrothermal Performance and Design Guidance for Modern Light-Frame Walls

ASTM, 2017

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Protection of Wood-Frame Homes from Subterranean Termites: Evaluation of Building Code Provisions and Recommended Improvements

ABTG, 2017

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IRC Wall Bracing: A Guide for Builders, Designers, and Plan Reviewers

ABTG, 2016

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Evaluation of Reflective and Non-Reflective Airspaces for Energy Code and FTC R-value Rule Compliance

ABTG, 2016

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Repetitive Metal Penetrations in Building Thermal Envelope Assemblies

ABTG, 2016

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Durability by Design (2nd Edition): A Professional’s Guide to Durable Home Design

HUD, 2015

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Designing for Durability

Fine Homebuilding Magazine, Aug/Sep 2015

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Assessment of Water Vapor Control Methods for Modern Insulated Light-Frame Wall Assemblies

ABTG, 2015

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Water-Resistive Barriers: Assuring Consistent Assembly Water-Penetration Resistance

ABTG, 2015

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Attachment of Exterior Wall Coverings Through Foam Plastic Insulating Sheathing (FPIS) to Wood and Steel Framing

ABTG, 2015

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Performance Verification of Helical Disc Ground Anchors

ASCE J. of Arch. Engr., 2012

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Continuous Insulation for Code-Compliant, High-Performance Exterior Walls

Interface, J. of RCI, 1/2012

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Safer, Stronger Homes: Reducing Your Risk During a Natural Disaster

HUD, 2011

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Structural Implications of Energy Codes for Steel Framing

Structure Magazine, 8/2011

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Below-Ground Performance of Rigid Polystyrene Foam Insulation

ASCE J. of Cold Reg. Engr., 2010

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Design Method Improvements to Prevent Roof Aggregate Blow-Off

ATC 77, 2009

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The Story Behind 2009 IRC Wall Bracing Provisions (Part 2: New Wind Bracing Requirements)

WDF/FPS, 2009

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Research and Analysis for Manufactured Housing Foundations: Ground Anchor Verification Testing

HUD, 2008

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Prescriptive Method for Connecting Structural Insulated Panel Roofs to Concrete Wall Systems

HUD, 2008

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The Story Behind IRC Wall Bracing Provisions

WDF/FPS, 2007

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Policy Development in View of Uncertainty in Earthquake Hazard in New Madrid Region

GSA, 2007

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Methodology for Identifying, Discussing, and Analyzing the Costs and Benefits of Code Changes that Impact Housing

HUD, 2007

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Residential Building Loads: Review and Roadmap for Future Progress

ASCE, 2006

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Moisture-Resistant Homes: A Best Practice Guide

HUD, 2006

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Scientific Damage Assessment Methodology and Practical Applications

ASCE, 2005

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System-Based Design Principles for Affordable, Durable, and Disaster-Resistant Housing

FPS, 2004

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Ice Dams: Traditional and Improved Practices for Roof Ventilation and Prevention of Ice Dams

IBHS, 2004

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Assessment of Damage to Manufactured Homes Caused by Hurricane Charley

HUD, 2004

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Lessons from EIFS: Past, Present, and Future Challenges for Exterior Envelope Design

FPS, 2004

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Common Engineering Issues in Conventional Construction

WDF/FPS, 2003

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New Madrid Seismic Zone: Overview of Earthquake Hazard and Magnitude Assessment

HUD, 2003

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The Practice of Low Impact Development

HUD, 2003

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Housing Performance Assessment: La Plata, MD F4 Tornado

NAHB-RC, 2002

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Roof Framing Connections in Conventional Residential Construction

HUD, 2002

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Prescriptive Method for Insulating Concrete Forms in Residential Construction – 2nd Edition, 2002

HUD, 2002

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Assessing Housing Durability: A Pilot Study

HUD, 2002

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Durability by Design (1st Edition): A Guide for Residential Builders and Designers

HUD, 2002

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Wind-Borne Debris Impact Resistance of Residential Glazing

HUD, 2002

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Structural Loads for One- and Two-Family Dwellings

HUD, 2001

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Model Guidelines for Design, Fabrication, and Installation of Engineered Panelized Walls

HUD, 2001

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Wood Shear Walls with Corners

HUD, 2001

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In-Plane Shear Resistance of Insulating Concrete Form Walls

HUD, 2001

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Residential Structural Design Guide, 2000 Edition

HUD, 2000

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Review of Structural Materials and Methods for Home Building in the United States: 1900 to 2000

HUD, 2000

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Near-ground Wind and its Characterization for Engineering Applications

Wind and Structures, 2000

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Quality Assurance System for Wood Framing Contractors

HUD, 2000

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Testing and Design of Lintels Using Insulating Concrete Forms

HUD, 2000

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Reliability of Conventional Residential Construction: An Assessment of Roof Component Performance in Hurricane Andrew and Typical Wind Regions of the United States

HUD, 1999

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Innovative Residential Floor Construction: Structural Evaluation of Steel Joists with Pre-Formed Web Openings

HUD, 1999

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Innovative Residential Floor Construction: Horizontal Diaphragm Values for Cold-Formed Steel Framing

HUD, 1999

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System Performance of Wood Header Assemblies

HUD, 1999

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The Performance of Perforated Shear Walls with Narrow Wall Segments, Reduced Base Restraint, and Alternative Framing Methods

HUD, 1998

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Monitoring Near Ground Wind in a Built-up Suburban Environment

HUD, 1998

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Lintel Testing for Reduced Shear Reinforcement in Insulating Concrete Form Systems

HUD, 1998

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Statistical Assessment of Construction Characteristics and Performance of Homes in Hurricanes Andrew and Opal

Journal of Wind Engineers, 1998

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Prescriptive Method for Insulating Concrete Forms in Residential Construction

HUD, 1998

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Building Concrete Masonry Homes: Design and Construction Issues

HUD, 1998

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Prescriptive Method for Residential Cold-Formed Steel Framing – 2nd Edition, 1997

HUD, 1997

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Combined Axial and Bending Load Tests of Fully-Sheathed Cold-Formed Steel Wall Assemblies

HUD, 1997

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Assessment of Damage to Homes Caused by Hurricane Opal

NAHB-RC, 1996

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Design Guide for Frost-Protected Shallow Foundations

HUD, 1996

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Comparison of Methods Used to Create Estimate of Air-Freezing Index

ASCE J. Cold Regions Engr., 1995

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Assessment of Damage to Homes Caused by the Northridge Earthquake

HUD, 1994

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Design Guide for Frost-Protected Shallow Foundations

HUD, 1994

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Frost-Protected Shallow Foundations, Phase II – Final Report

HUD, 1994

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Assessment of Damage to Single Family Homes Caused by Hurricanes Andrew and Iniki

HUD, 1993

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Proposed Model Land Development Standards​

HUD, 1993

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