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2012 edition of code establishing a baseline for the design and installation of fuel gas systems and gas fired appliances through performance requirements.

2015 edition of code for commercial buildings that brings together all structural, plumbing, mechanical, fuel gas, energy and electrical provisions for all buildings except detached one- and two-family residences and townhouses up to three stories.

Paper describing a proposed method for quantifying tree and vegetation evapotranspiration effects on city climate

Website providing research, efficiency and safety standards development, and advocacy to the home appliance industry to bring efficient, high-performing home appliances to consumers.

This ANSI/RESNET/ICC standard provides a consistent, uniform methodology for evaluating the airtightness of building, dwelling unit, and sleeping unit enclosures and heating and cooling air distribution systems, and the air flows of mechanical ventilation systems.

Standard covering updates to the expected leakage rates for ductwork constructed to the SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards—Metal & Flexible, duct leakage test procedures; includes recommendations on use of leakage testing, types of test apparatus, and test setup and sample leakage analysis.

Technical report describing the evaluation of air management systems in a high-rise apartment building in Toronto, Ontario, focusing on air leakage, suite depressurization, and the performance of in-suite exhaust and corridor ventilation systems.

View the APSP/ANSI Standards and codes below to get information about ANSI specifications for pools, spa and hot tubs.

Standard establishing test methods for determining air leakage in duct systems using fan pressurization in low-rise residential and commercial buildings.

Source for information about Carbon Monoxide including health effects and measures to reduce exposure.

You can save energy and maintain a comfortable swimming pool temperature by using a smaller, higher efficiency pump and by operating it less.

Fact sheet that details the steps needed to perform a combustion appliance safety inspection to determine if fossil fuel-fired appliances are operating safely under a depressurized condition.

Article describing the use of whole-house fans to provide cooling in the region surrounding Sacramento, CA.

A fact sheet providing information on termite species and how to prevent them from entering into your home.

This publication provides a set of best practices for improving indoor air quality in conjunction with energy upgrade work in homes.

Factsheet describing the benefits of purchasing and installing ENERGY STAR rated fans and ventilation products.

Calculator to help homeowner's calculate the size of pool pump they need.

Program criteria for residential exhaust fans used for ventilation.

Report on the performance of range hood exhaust fans.

Article describing a 9-step process to getting rid of rats and mice, and some preventative actions to take.

Website providing information on low-energy and standard cooling systems, with a focus on saving energy.

Website providing certified rating programs to help manufacturers, builders, contractors and homeowners compare performance of ventilation products for air flow, sound, and other performance characteristics.

Website with articles on home ventilation and indoor air quality.

A website providing a checklist of important areas to check when sealing holes inside and outside of the home to prevent entry by rodents and other outside pests.

Factsheet describing tips for building or renovating with a focus on disaster resistance.

Paper providing a comprehensive overview of HVAC system design considerations and challenges specific to multifamily residential buildings, focusing on optimizing performance and addressing common issues.

Publication specifying HVI’s prescriptive procedures for testing and rating airflow of residential ventilation products in accordance with ANSI consensus standards.

Publication describing the requirements and procedures for the certified performance ratings program for residential ventilation products administered by the Home Ventilating Institute.

The study described in this white paper is based on building energy modeling with an important focus on the indoor humidity impacts of ventilation.

Report documenting the results of a NYSERDA-funded research project to demonstrate the costs and benefits of a best practice systems approach to improving exhaust ventilation system performance in five multifamily buildings in New York State.

Fact sheet providing information on how to identify issues and improve performance in central exhaust systems.

Article describing ways home owners can improve ventilation in their kitchens.

A factsheet providing information on how to prevent pests from entering the home by sealing cracks and openings.

Article explaining how to use integrated pest management to choose methods of pest control that are safe and effective.

Report on whole-house and spot ventilation strategies for improved indoor air quality.

Factsheet with information on energy efficient pool pumps.

If your kitchen has a powerful exhaust fan, it may be pulling air down your chimney or water-heater flue.

Research study showing that for a relatively small investment, a variable speed pool pump can reduce pool pump energy use by 50% to 75%.

Website providing information on tsunamis, earthquakes, tornadoes, hurricanes, thunderstorms and more.

NWCOA website homepage.

Website of the New York Department of Environmental Conservation.

Report describing a field study to measure pollutant concentrations in 324 homes in California.

Report providing detailed steps for builders, architects, and property managers to take for integrated pest management for control of a variety of pests including insects, rodents, and birds.

Table of criteria for pool pumps to achieve ENERGY STAR certification.

Calculator to help in calculating pool volume.

This CASE report proposes updates and revisions to the standards for residential swimming pool filtration pumps, new and replacement single phase pump motors under 5 horsepower (HP), controllers, portable electric spas as well as expanding the scope of the current standards to include light emitting...

Website providing information about how to keep the properties rat-free and address conditions that can lead to rats.

Report describing steps homeowners can take to improve the indoor air quality in their home, including ventilating, preventing pests, and reducing pollutants in the home.

Guide describing ways builders can block off entry points and otherwise make homes inhospitable to all manner of pests.

Report providing information on mechanical air-cleaning devices for ventilation when conventional methods are not warranted.