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PV module installation

PV module installation
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Quality installation and commissioning are critical to optimizing heat pump performance.

Quality installation and commissioning are critical to optimizing heat pump performance.
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QuickFlash Wall Penetration Flashing Installation

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R-6 flexible duct has 2 inches of insulation around the inner liner so a 12-inch duct requires a 16x16-inch chase

R-6 flexible duct has 2 inches of insulation around the inner liner so a 12-inch duct requires a 16x16-inch chase
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Remove the plastic wrap, but not the cardboard frame, before installing the furnace/air handler filter in the filter slot or above the return grate; note, the metal wire over the filter fabric can be very sharp.

Remove the plastic wrap, but not the cardboard frame, before installing the furnace/air handler filter in the filter slot or above the return grate; note, the metal wire over the filter fabric can be very sharp.
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RESNET Grade I installation of spray foam insulation

RESNET Grade I installation of spray foam insulation
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Return box has been properly sealed with mastic

Return box has been properly sealed with mastic
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Return box has not been sealed

Return box has not been sealed
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Return duct has been properly sealed with mastic

Return duct has been properly sealed with mastic
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Return has not been sealed

Return has not been sealed
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Right – The ties are bent at a 90 degree angle at the nail head and embedded into the mortar joint at least 1.5 inches.

Right – The ties are bent at a 90 degree angle at the nail head and embedded into the mortar joint at least 1.5 inches.
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Right - Aluminum accordion coverings are permanently installed and can be deployed quickly but must be manually closed from the outside.

Right - Aluminum accordion coverings are permanently installed and can be deployed quickly but must be manually closed from the outside.
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Right - Aluminum or polycarbonate panels attach to permanently mounted railings and require installation from the exterior.

Right - Aluminum or polycarbonate panels attach to permanently mounted railings and require installation from the exterior.
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Right - Baffles are installed in attic to keep blown insulation from blocking soffit vents and ventilation path

Right - Baffles are installed in attic to keep blown insulation from blocking soffit vents and ventilation path
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Right - Batt was properly split around wires to achieve RESNET Grade I

Right - Batt was properly split around wires to achieve RESNET Grade I
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Right - Blown insulation in existing attic provides even coverage completely filling the attic space to a depth that covers the ceiling joists.

Right - Blown insulation in existing attic provides even coverage completely filling the attic space to a depth that covers the ceiling joists.
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Right - Closed-cell spray foam covers the ceiling and joists to insulate and air-seal the ceiling deck.

Right - Closed-cell spray foam covers the ceiling and joists to insulate and air-seal the ceiling deck.
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Right - Closed-cell spray foam covers the interior of the foundation wall and wall framing is placed to the inside of the spray foam.

Right - Closed-cell spray foam covers the interior of the foundation wall and wall framing is placed to the inside of the spray foam.
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Right - Closed-cell spray foam is used to retrofit an existing rubble basement foundation wall.

Right - Closed-cell spray foam is used to retrofit an existing rubble basement foundation wall.
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Right - Closed-cell spray foam was applied to the interior of a foundation wall.

Right - Closed-cell spray foam was applied to the interior of a foundation wall.
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Right - Double-stud wall are boxed with plywood around windows and doors

Right - Double-stud wall are boxed with plywood around windows and doors
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Right - Foil-faced polyisocyanurate rigid foam is attached to the existing exterior wall with vertical wood furring strips

Right - Foil-faced polyisocyanurate rigid foam is attached to the existing exterior wall with vertical wood furring strips
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Right - Install backflow prevention devices on plumbing pipes to prevent wastewater from entering the home's plumbing system.

Right - Install backflow prevention devices on plumbing pipes to prevent wastewater from entering the home's plumbing system.