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The airflow direction is labeled on the edge of the filter to ensure it is properly oriented when installed.

The airflow direction is labeled on the edge of the filter to ensure it is properly oriented when installed.
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The Attachments Energy Rating Council (AERC) uses this label to indicate certified low-E storm window products.

The Attachments Energy Rating Council (AERC) uses this label to indicate certified low-E storm window products.
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The blower wheel (fan) on this ductless wall-mounted indoor unit has accumulated dust and mold - a common issue for this design.

The blower wheel (fan) on this ductless wall-mounted indoor unit has accumulated dust and mold - a common issue for this design.
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The edge of this 1-inch HVAC filter indicates it's dimensions, allowing proper matching of filter to air handler

The edge of this 1-inch HVAC filter indicates it's dimensions, allowing proper matching of filter to air handler
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The ENERGY STAR logo indicates products that have been verified to meet energy efficiency and performance criteria.

The ENERGY STAR logo indicates products that have been verified to meet energy efficiency and performance criteria.
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The filter access panel on this vertical upflow air handler is located between the return ductwork below and the coils above.

The filter access panel on this vertical upflow air handler is located between the return ductwork below and the coils above.
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The filter is installed in the crawlspace and is not easily accessible

The filter is installed in the crawlspace and is not easily accessible
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The furnace filter slot cover should fit tightly to minimize air leakage but it should not be taped or caulked to enable frequent filter replacements.

The furnace filter slot cover should fit tightly to minimize air leakage but it should not be taped or caulked to enable frequent filter replacements.
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The goal of foundation moisture management is to construct the basement, crawlspace, or slab in a way that keeps moisture from getting in in the first place

The goal of foundation moisture management is to construct the basement, crawlspace, or slab in a way that keeps moisture from getting in in the first place
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The icicles and the bare spot along the left roof ridge indicate that heat from the second-story room may be heating the underside of the roof deck, melting the snow and likely leading to ice dam formation.

The icicles and the bare spot along the left roof ridge indicate that heat from the second-story room may be heating the underside of the roof deck, melting the snow and likely leading to ice dam formation.
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The installed filter is at least a MERV 6 filter

The installed filter is at least a MERV 6 filter
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The installed filter is not a MERV 6 filter

The installed filter is not a MERV 6 filter
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The MERV rating, particle capture efficiencies, and pressure drops are printed on the side of this 1-inch pleated filter

The MERV rating, particle capture efficiencies, and pressure drops are printed on the side of this 1-inch pleated filter
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The national risk of winter weather in the United States as of 2023.

The national risk of winter weather in the United States as of 2023.
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The Permafrost Investigation

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The polyethylene ceiling vapor barrier is sealed to form an air barrier around the exhaust fan in this very cold climate location (≥ CZ 6).

The polyethylene ceiling vapor barrier is sealed to form an air barrier around the exhaust fan in this very cold climate location (≥ CZ 6).
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The ventilation space in this vented over-roof keeps the roof cool to prevent ice dams over the unvented attic

The ventilation space in this vented over-roof keeps the roof cool to prevent ice dams over the unvented attic
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There is a filter installed to filter outdoor air

There is a filter installed to filter outdoor air
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There is no filter installed in the HVAC system

There is no filter installed in the HVAC system
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There is no filter installed to filter the outdoor air

There is no filter installed to filter the outdoor air
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These interior storm windows have low-emissivity coatings to let in light while keeping out heat in the summer and keeping heat in in the winter

These interior storm windows have low-emissivity coatings to let in light while keeping out heat in the summer and keeping heat in in the winter
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These snow guards help to keep snow from sliding off the roof and injuring people below.

These snow guards help to keep snow from sliding off the roof and injuring people below.
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This ductless wall-hung indoor unit has supplemental air filters (outlined in red), which only filter a portion of the airflow; most of the air bypasses the supplementary filters and only passes through the standard mesh filters.

This ductless wall-hung indoor unit has supplemental air filters (outlined in red), which only filter a portion of the airflow; most of the air bypasses the supplementary filters and only passes through the standard mesh filters.
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This home has heat loss through the roof, leading to ice dam formation and structural issues during winter months.

This home has heat loss through the roof, leading to ice dam formation and structural issues during winter months.