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Support at Intervals for Flex Ducts (1)

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Tape horizontal joint with minimum 3" wide tape placing tape offset high on the joint, adhearing to the upper sheet without wrinkles

Tape horizontal joint with minimum 3" wide tape placing tape offset high on the joint, adhearing to the upper sheet without wrinkles
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Tape the joint between the top insulation sheet and the Z-flashing with 2" wide tape to improve air tightness

Tape the joint between the top insulation sheet and the Z-flashing with 2" wide tape to improve air tightness
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Taped vertical joint of lower wall insulation

Taped vertical joint of lower wall insulation
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Technology Solutions Case Study: Apartment Compartmentalization with an Aerosol-Based Sealing Process

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Evaluation of Passive Vents in New-Construction Multifamily Buildings

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Photovoltaic Systems with Module-Level Power Electronics

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Predicting Envelope Leakage in Attached Dwellings

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Technology Solutions Case Study: Stand-Off Furring in Deep Energy Retrofits

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Temporary deployment locations for probes used during HVAC commissioning; these probes connect to smartphone commissioning applications.

Temporary deployment locations for probes used during HVAC commissioning; these probes connect to smartphone commissioning applications.
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Terminate 4" tape with 2" wide tape placing tape offset high on the joint, 2/3 of the tape should be adhered to the sheet of insulation

Terminate 4" tape with 2" wide tape placing tape offset high on the joint, 2/3 of the tape should be adhered to the sheet of insulation
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The air tightness of the garage-to-house air barrier can be tested with a blower door kit and two manometers

The air tightness of the garage-to-house air barrier can be tested with a blower door kit and two manometers
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The attic kneewall and the open floor cavities under kneewall are both sealed and insulated in one step with spray foam insulation

The attic kneewall and the open floor cavities under kneewall are both sealed and insulated in one step with spray foam insulation
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The Climate Zone Map for the ENERGY STAR Window, Door, and Skylight Specification

The Climate Zone Map for the ENERGY STAR Window, Door, and Skylight Specification
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The drywall above the dropped ceiling duct chase extends beyond adjoining top plates for a continuous air barrier

The drywall above the dropped ceiling duct chase extends beyond adjoining top plates for a continuous air barrier
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The floor cavities under this attic kneewall are completely open to the unconditioned attic space and a prime target for wind washing

The floor cavities under this attic kneewall are completely open to the unconditioned attic space and a prime target for wind washing
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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 incremental cost of EV charging infrastructure.

The incremental cost of EV charging infrastructure.
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The NFRC/ENERGY STAR label provides consumers with several performance ratings for a window

The NFRC/ENERGY STAR label provides consumers with several performance ratings for a window
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The original corner seam is air-sealed with caulk, then rigid foam is installed on the existing garage ceiling and walls, and finally covered with drywall.

The original corner seam is air-sealed with caulk, then rigid foam is installed on the existing garage ceiling and walls, and finally covered with drywall.
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The PNNL Quality Install Tool simplifies and standardizes the documentation of HVAC installations and efficiency upgrades through photo-based prompts

The PNNL Quality Install Tool simplifies and standardizes the documentation of HVAC installations and efficiency upgrades through photo-based prompts
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The pulleys in this old window frame were once used for counterbalancing weights to help raise and lower the window; this window can be restored with new pulley ropes or the weight pockets can be insulated with caulk and rigid insulation.

The pulleys in this old window frame were once used for counterbalancing weights to help raise and lower the window; this window can be restored with new pulley ropes or the weight pockets can be insulated with caulk and rigid insulation.
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The unprotected glazing in this door was broken by roof tiles dislodged by wind.

The unprotected glazing in this door was broken by roof tiles dislodged by wind.
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The Weather Channel - Prepare for High Winds