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For fireplaces that are not mechanically drafted or direct-vented to outdoors, total net rated exhaust flow of the two largest exhaust fans is .15 CFM per 100 sq. ft. of occupiable space when at full capacity

For fireplaces that are not mechanically drafted or direct-vented to outdoors, total net rated exhaust flow of the two largest exhaust fans is .15 CFM per 100 sq. ft. of occupiable space when at full capacity
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For time efficiency during a pressure distribution check, multiple manometers can be monitored and data logged when establishing baseline conditions for a duct leakage test

For time efficiency during a pressure distribution check, multiple manometers can be monitored and data logged when establishing baseline conditions for a duct leakage test
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Formula 4.2 from ASHRAE 62.2-2010 for fan flow rate required to achieve an effective ventilation rate

Formula 4.2 from ASHRAE 62.2-2010 for fan flow rate required to achieve an effective ventilation rate
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FORTIFIED Animation: Hurricane - ATTIC VENTS

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FORTIFIED Animation: Hurricane - OPENINGS

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FORTIFIED Roof System - Hurricane

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Foundation heat exchanger installed in overcut around a basement wall

Foundation heat exchanger installed in overcut around a basement wall
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Fresh air inlet located in ceiling of covered porch

Fresh air inlet located in ceiling of covered porch
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Fresh air inlet located in eave of roof

Fresh air inlet located in eave of roof
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Fresh air inlet on side of house

Fresh air inlet on side of house
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Fresh air intakes and exhaust vents are ducted to each unit in this multifamily building

Fresh air intakes and exhaust vents are ducted to each unit in this multifamily building
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Furnaces, boilers, and water heaters located within the home’s pressure boundary are mechanically drafted or direct-vented

Furnaces, boilers, and water heaters located within the home’s pressure boundary are mechanically drafted or direct-vented
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Garage Rim/Band Joist Adjoining Conditioned Space

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GreenCraft Builders 2009 TimberCreek Net Zero Energy House Prototype

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GreenCraft Greenspoint House Prototype

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Ground Source Heat Pumps in Alaska: Harvesting Heat from a Cold Ground

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Ground-source heat pump diagram

Ground-source heat pump diagram
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Having both low and high ventilation openings is necessary to promote airflow from the stack effect

Having both low and high ventilation openings is necessary to promote airflow from the stack effect
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Heat Pump Application & Design

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Heat pump water heater is installed in the interior closet of a multifamily dwelling unit

Heat pump water heater is installed in the interior closet of a multifamily dwelling unit
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Heat Pump Water Heaters - Energy Star Homes

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Heat Pump Water Heaters (1)

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Heat Pump Water Heaters are a Builder's Best Friend

Heat Pump Water Heaters are a Builder's Best Friend
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Heat Pump Water Heating System: Jackson Apartments, Seattle WA