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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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These graphite-enhanced structural insulated panels come to the job site pre-cut and ready for quick assembly into an airtight, continuously insulated structure.

These graphite-enhanced structural insulated panels come to the job site pre-cut and ready for quick assembly into an airtight, continuously insulated structure.
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This foundation/floor/SIP wall detail shows recommended support of SIP wall panel at the sill plate

This foundation/floor/SIP wall detail shows recommended support of SIP wall panel at the sill plate
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This technique for installing electrical wiring avoids the need to cut into the SIP panel

This technique for installing electrical wiring avoids the need to cut into the SIP panel
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Two layers of high-permeability house wrap are installed to provide a drainage layer between the SIPS and the homes external cladding

Two layers of high-permeability house wrap are installed to provide a drainage layer between the SIPS and the homes external cladding
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Use a smoke pencil to check for air leaks at SIP panel seams, especially along the ridge beam

Use a smoke pencil to check for air leaks at SIP panel seams, especially along the ridge beam
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Walls are being assembled at this SIP house

Walls are being assembled at this SIP house
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What is a High Performance Home and How to Consistently Deliver It at Lower Cost

What is a High Performance Home and How to Consistently Deliver It at Lower Cost
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When architects and builders think of the house as a systems, all of the parts are designed to work together for a healthy, durable home that minimizes builder callbacks while cutting energy, maintenance, and repair costs down the road.

When architects and builders think of the house as a systems, all of the parts are designed to work together for a healthy, durable home that minimizes builder callbacks while cutting energy, maintenance, and repair costs down the road.