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A technician conducts a duct blaster test

A technician conducts a duct blaster test
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A vacuum decay test is performed on this ductless mini-split heat pump using a digital micron gauge for accurate measurement; a deep vacuum is achieved quickly by using large diameter, vacuum-rated hoses, and removing valve cores

A vacuum decay test is performed on this ductless mini-split heat pump using a digital micron gauge for accurate measurement; a deep vacuum is achieved quickly by using large diameter, vacuum-rated hoses, and removing valve cores
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A weatherstripping gasket is installed on the framing that the crawlspace hatch panel rests on.

A weatherstripping gasket is installed on the framing that the crawlspace hatch panel rests on.
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Adding air-sealing and rigid foam insulation at the wall-to-overhanging floor juncture at the outside corner of an existing home

Adding air-sealing and rigid foam insulation at the wall-to-overhanging floor juncture at the outside corner of an existing home
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Adding weatherstripping to a door

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Adhesive caulk is used to seal seams and attach the multiple layers of rigid insulation

Adhesive caulk is used to seal seams and attach the multiple layers of rigid insulation
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Advanced Framing vs Traditional Framing

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Advances in Manufactured Home Energy Efficient Design

Advances in Manufactured Home Energy Efficient Design
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Affordable Housing EV Charger Installation Case Study

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After air-sealing the exhaust fan box, re-install the fan, and lights if needed, and re-attach the cover

After air-sealing the exhaust fan box, re-install the fan, and lights if needed, and re-attach the cover
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After attaching netting to the 2x6 studs, workers fill the wall cavities with R-23 of blown fiberglass made from recycled bottles.

After attaching netting to the 2x6 studs, workers fill the wall cavities with R-23 of blown fiberglass made from recycled bottles.
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After cleaning the exhaust fan, the gap around the fan between the fan housing and the drywall should be caulked to stop air leakage from the house to the attic

After cleaning the exhaust fan, the gap around the fan between the fan housing and the drywall should be caulked to stop air leakage from the house to the attic
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After getting a new water heater into place, reattach the hot and cold water (left) and the electricity (right).

After getting a new water heater into place, reattach the hot and cold water (left) and the electricity (right).
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After inserting the new filter, replace the filter slot cover to minimize air leakage and heat loss.

After inserting the new filter, replace the filter slot cover to minimize air leakage and heat loss.
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After spray foam dries, a utility knife can be used to carefully trim excess foam around the exhaust fan housing

After spray foam dries, a utility knife can be used to carefully trim excess foam around the exhaust fan housing
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After spraying on foaming glass cleaner, smooth the caulk with a gloved finger to get a neat, even finish.

After spraying on foaming glass cleaner, smooth the caulk with a gloved finger to get a neat, even finish
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Air barrier at garage band joist - 1 1/2 inch rigid insulation with 2x4 sleepers

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Air barrier at garage band joist - 1 1/2 inch rigid insulation with 2x4 sleepers
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Air barrier at garage band joist - 1 inch rigid insulation with 1x3 wood furring

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Air barrier at garage band joist - 1 inch rigid insulation with 1x3 wood furring
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Air barrier at garage band joist - 1 inch rigid insulation with 2x2 wood furring

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Air barrier at garage band joist - 1 inch rigid insulation with 2x2 wood furring
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Air handler platforms used as return air plenums can draw air from vented attics and crawlspaces through other connected framing cavities

Air handler platforms used as return air plenums can draw air from vented attics and crawlspaces through other connected framing cavities
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Air leaking through the home's envelope wastes a lot of energy and increases energy costs.

Air leaking through the home's envelope wastes a lot of energy and increases energy costs.
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Air seal a heat pump or air conditioner air handler cabinet at all seams, holes, and junctions

Air seal a heat pump or air conditioner air handler cabinet at all seams, holes, and junctions
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Air seal all holes and seams in the furnace cabinet with mastic, foil tape, or putty

Air seal all holes and seams in the furnace cabinet with mastic, foil tape, or putty
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Air seal and insulate drawer and closet boxes in attic kneewalls

Air seal and insulate drawer and closet boxes in attic kneewalls