Guide
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Guide that illustrates how and when to encapsulate ductwork in unconditioned attics, increasing the R-value of duct insulation, mitigating condensation issues, and reducing air leakage.
Reference
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Project discussing buried or encapsulated ducts and their pros and cons.
Guide
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Guide describing removal of construction debris from flex ducts and protection of ducts and HVAC equipment during construction to keep them free of dust and debris.
Guide
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Guide describing air-sealing of the seams and holes in HVAC air handler and furnace cabinets.
Guide
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Guide describing how to upgrade or expand an existing HVAC system.
Guide
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Guide describing how to conduct testing for adequate combustion air in the space where a combustion appliance is located if the appliance is located within the conditioned space of the home.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing options to consider when retrofitting or upgrading a home's HVAC system.
Information Guide
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Information guide describing the concept of heat flow in residential buildings.
Guide
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Guide describing combustion furnaces with selection and installation guidance.
Guide
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Guide describing ductless heat pump systems used for single-room or whole-house heating and cooling.
Guide
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Guide describing the split system heat pumps used for central forced air heating and cooling.
Guide
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Guide describing how to provide combustion air for fireplaces and how to test fireplaces for combustion safety.
Guide
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Guide describing oil-fired boilers and hot water heat distribution systems used for home heating.
Guide
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Guide describing sizing methods for cold climate heat pumps.
Guide
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Guide describing condensing boilers and hot water heat distribution systems used for home heating.
Guide
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Guide describing design and installation considerations for combined space and water heating systems using a tankless on-demand water heater, a hydronic heating coil and air handler, and optional cooling coil.
Guide
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Guide describing ground-source (geothermal) heat pumps including an overview of technology and guidance on compliance and installation.
Guide
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Guide describing gas-fired boilers and hot water heat distribution systems used for home heating.
Guide
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Guide describing categories of direct-vent combustion space- and water-heating equipment and combustion safety testing.