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A Kalamazoo homeowner reduced wintertime chill, condensation, and snowblower noise by installing high-performance interior storm windows
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A metal storm panel is installed in a track permanently mounted above and below the window frame and secured with wing nuts to studs mounted on the track.
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A new high-performance window will be installed in the rough opening of this existing home
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A piece of siding is used as sill extension and to provide slope in the opening for the window, which is deeper because exterior rigid foam has been added
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A thin-triple window uses a narrow interior glass pane and narrower gaps between panels often filled with krypton, rather than argon gas, to achieve triple-pane performance with an IGU that fits in a double-pane window frame
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Accordion-type hurricane shutters protect sliding glass doors from high winds and wind-borne debris.
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Air seal around all duct shafts and flues installed through ceilings, walls, or flooring to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.
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Air seal around kitchen and bathroom exhaust fans to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.
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Air seal door and window rough openings with backer rod, caulk, or nonexpanding foam
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Air seal duct boot to ceiling by installing fiberglass mesh tape and mastic over seam
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Air-seal around all plumbing and piping installed through walls, ceilings, and flooring adjacent to unconditioned space to prevent air leakage.
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Air-seal around all wiring installed through walls, ceilings, and flooring to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.
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Air-seal around recessed can light fixtures that are installed through ceilings to keep conditioned air from leaking into unconditioned space.
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An interior shade that closes from the bottom up can work in conjunction with an exterior overhang to block lower-angle sunlight while still allowing view through the upper portion of the window that is shaded by the overhang.
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Anchorage failure in sliding glass doors due to negative pressures from hurricane force winds.
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Attach a strong permanent cover to gable end vents before a severe storm strikes to prevent moisture intrusion.
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Closed-cell backer rod is installed for air-sealing window and door rough openings.
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Comparison of three homes showing the amount of wall insulation needed to achieve a whole-wall insulation value of R-19 when the wall has double- versus triple-pane windows
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Drip flashing at the door head and drip flashing with hook at the head help to keep out wind-driven rain.
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Duct boot is air sealed to ceiling by covering the seam with fiberglass mesh tape and mastic
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Duct/pipe penetration with metal cap flashing and wood blocking for trim attachment
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ENERGY STAR Certification Criteria for Residential Windows, Doors, and Skylights, Version 7.0, effective 10-23-23
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Even with R-30 of insulation in the wall, its overall R-value is R-5 if it has single-pane windows; triple-pane windows bring that up to R-16
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Exterior shading devices such as these Bahama shutters can significantly increase the hours of safety provided by a home during an extreme heat event.
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Failure of a garage door due to pressure differences under hurricane force wind conditions resulting in damage to the house.
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Failure of Roof Structure from Pressurization Due to Window Failure During a Hurricane.
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Fiberglass mesh tape is installed around a duct boot in preparation for air sealing with mastic
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Hardware cloth, also known as wire mesh, can be used to prevent rodents from entering the home
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Hurricane force winds that breach external windows and doors can then cause failure of the entire building due to internal pressures on walls and roof.
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Hurricane shutter styles include colonial, Bahama, roll-up, and accordion shutters.
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In a comparison of two homes that were identical except for windows, the home with thin-triple-pane windows showed averaged winter heating savings of 12% annually, average cooling season savings of 28%, and peak savings of 17% to 33% compared to the home
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In areas prone to high winds and hurricanes, double vertical “jack trim” and horizontal “header” and “sill” studs are recommended on all sides of window and door openings.
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In flood-prone areas, a roof egress opening can be installed; if more than 44 inches above the floor or landing, install permanent access via a ladder, stairs, or ramp
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Install an ENERGY STAR labeled insulated door with an automatic closer. Weather strip the door frame
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Install mesh insect barrier along the tops and bottoms of the rain screen behind the exterior cladding of above-grade walls.
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Install termite shields and use solid concrete or filled concrete block for the top of foundation walls to deter termites and other pests
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Light tubes adjacent to unconditioned space include lens separating unconditioned and conditioned space and are fully gasketed
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Low-E storm windows are a cost-effective retrofit that is easy to install and can cut heating and cooling bills 10% to 33%.
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Plan view of duct or pipe penetration through exterior wall showing flashing and air sealing details
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Plan view of electric box installation in exterior wall showing flashing and air sealing details
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Provide flashing and sealing integrated with the air and water control layers for vents and other roof penetrations
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Reinforce concrete slab and foundation walls to minimize future cracks that could let in pests
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Replacing double-pane windows with triple-pane windows can significantly reduce winter-time condensation by warming the interior surface of the windows
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Right - A durable, vented cover is installed over this exhaust duct to prevent bird and pest entry
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Right - The attic access panel is insulated and weather stripped and a dam is built to hold back the blown attic floor insulation
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Right - The duct shows redundant sealing including the caulk, tape, and flashing
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Right - The pipe penetration is properly flashed and furring strips are installed on each side in preparation for installing cladding
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Right - The water and air control layers are properly integrated around the hose bib
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Right - These homes have hurricane shutters to protect against high winds and to provide solar control.
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Right - This ceiling-mounted mini whole-house fan has built-in insulated covers to reduce heat loss when the fan is not in use
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Right - This duct penetration is properly flashed and integrated with the taped, foil-faced foam sheathing layer, which serves as the air and water barrier
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Right - This opening in the foundation wall around this pipe was filled with wire mesh then sealed with spray foam to prevent rodent and insect entry
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Right – Attic access hatch has been properly insulated by attaching a fiberglass batt, gasketed, and opening has blocking
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Right – Attic access door has foam and rubber weatherstripping installed that remains in contact when closed.
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Right – Backer-rod is a foam product available in various diameters that can be used to air-seal openings around doors and windows.
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Right – Blocking has been installed around the perimeter of this attic access to prevent insulation falling into the house
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Right – Chase capped with rigid air barrier and duct work penetrations properly sealed
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Right – Fan with a cleanly cut and properly sized hole has been air sealed to drywall
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Right – Foundation drainage mat was installed over the waterproof membrane that covers the sealed crawlspace window
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Right – The rough opening around the window has been filled with low-expansion foam to air seal.