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Right – Proper spacing of 2x4 studs

Right – Proper spacing of 2x4 studs
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Right – Proper spacing of 2x6 studs

Right – Proper spacing of 2x6 studs
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Right – RESNET grade I installation of batt insulation

Right – RESNET grade I installation of batt insulation
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Right – RESNET Grade I installation of blown insulation

Right – RESNET Grade I installation of blown insulation
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Right – Rigid air barrier installed between double-wall assembly. Inside cavity will be insulated

Right – Rigid air barrier installed between double-wall assembly. Inside cavity will be insulated
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Right – Rigid air barrier is installed to hold insulation in place

Right – Rigid air barrier is installed to hold insulation in place
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Right – Rigid air barrier properly sealed around skylight shaft

Right – Rigid air barrier properly sealed around skylight shaft
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Right – Rigid backing was installed prior to insulating the attic knee walls.

Right – Rigid backing was installed prior to insulating the attic knee walls.
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Right – Rigid insulation is being installed with cap nails

Right – Rigid insulation is being installed with cap nails
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Right – Seams and penetrations of air barrier properly sealed

Right – Seams and penetrations of air barrier properly sealed
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Right – Slab insulation extends to the top of the slab

Right – Slab insulation extends to the top of the slab
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Right – Slab insulation extends to the top of the slab

Right – Slab insulation extends to the top of the slab
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Right – Spray foam was installed at the sheathing intersection as well as the sill plate to sub-floor connection.

Right – Spray foam was installed at the sheathing intersection as well as the sill plate to sub-floor connection.
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Right – Structural insulated sheathing can provide racking strength (lateral load resistance), and serve as an air barrier and thermal barrier if installed according to manufacturer’s specifications with taped, sealed seams

Right – Structural insulated sheathing can provide racking strength (lateral load resistance), and serve as an air barrier and thermal barrier if installed according to manufacturer’s specifications with taped, sealed seams
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Right – The backing on this knee wall was air sealed prior to insulation.

Right – The backing on this knee wall was air sealed prior to insulation.
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Right – The band joist over this wall was properly insulated and air-sealed.

Right – The band joist over this wall was properly insulated and air-sealed.
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Right – The blower door is installed snugly and securely to the door frame during testing

Right – The blower door is installed snugly and securely to the door frame during testing
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Right – The blower door pressure reference hose is placed well away from the outdoor side of the fan

Right – The blower door pressure reference hose is placed well away from the outdoor side of the fan
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Right – The double-pane windows have low-emissivity coatings on three surfaces to reduce heat transfer through the glass allowing in views but preventing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer.

Right – The double-pane windows have low-emissivity coatings on three surfaces to reduce heat transfer through the glass allowing in views but preventing heat loss in winter and heat gain in summer.
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Right – The entire first floor and second floor of these modular homes were assembled in the factory and installed on an insulated concrete basement foundation on site.

Right – The entire first floor and second floor of these modular homes were assembled in the factory and installed on an insulated concrete basement foundation on site.
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Right – The foundation of this ICF home was constructed of ICFs that were set in place on a gravel bed, then 3.5 inches (R-36) of closed-cell spray foam was sprayed directly onto the gravel, providing an effective air, vapor, and thermal barrier.

Right – The foundation of this ICF home was constructed of ICFs that were set in place on a gravel bed, then 3.5 inches (R-36) of closed-cell spray foam was sprayed directly onto the gravel, providing an effective air, vapor, and thermal barrier.
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Right – The framing allows for required insulation depth.

Right – The framing allows for required insulation depth.
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Right – The holes for plumbing are neatly cut and properly sealed with foam.

Right – The holes for plumbing are neatly cut and properly sealed with foam.
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Right – The knee wall is properly insulated and air sealed.

Right – The knee wall is properly insulated and air sealed.