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AC Service Tech LLC
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Web article describing common issues that can cause refrigerant system flare joints to leak.
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Colorado State University,
U.S. Department of Agriculture,
USDA
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Fact sheet describing air-sealing concerns and remedies, including HRV/ERV installation, caulking, spray foam, and weatherstrip installation.
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DOE
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Case study describing solar thermal and photovoltaic systems in new construction.
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Building Science Corporation,
BSC
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Document with important building science considerations, designed for members of the residential construction and remodeling industries, as well as owners and managers who work in affordable housing.
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NorthernSTAR Building America Partnership,
NorthernSTAR,
University of Minnesota,
UMIN
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This project analyzed combined condensing water heaters or boilers and hydronic air coils to provide high efficiency domestic hot water (DHW) and forced air space heating. Called "combi" systems, they provided similar space and water heating performance less expensively than installing two...