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A home is tested at two points for enclosure air leakage
An energy monitoring system helps the homeowners track energy usage and solar power production.
Internet-enabled lighting controls are part of many home automation systems and can increase safety and security as well as energy efficiency.
Pressure manometers are used to determine the level of pressurization and rate of leakage when conducting blower door testing and building diagnostics
Right - The electronics for this home’s smart home system, including a Wi-Fi router, and controls for lighting, HVAC, security, energy production and tracking are housed together with the electrical panel and HVAC equipment in the home’s utility room.
Right – A utility room provides adequate space for the home’s mechanical systems and electronic smart home monitoring equipment.
Right – Space was provided next to the electric meter for home’s solar and home energy management tracking electronics.
Right – The home’s energy management system is installed in a utility closet next to the tankless water heater.
The air tightness of the garage-to-house air barrier can be tested with a blower door kit and two manometers
The home owner can track electricity production from the home’s solar panels through a web-based interface that is accessible on any computer or mobile device.
The PNNL Quality Install Tool simplifies and standardizes the documentation of HVAC installations and efficiency upgrades through photo-based prompts