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Cold Climate Foundation Retrofit Energy Savings: The Simulated Energy and Experimental Hygrothermal Performance of Cold Climate Foundation Wall Insulation Retrofit Measures - Phase I, Energy Simulation

Reference

Research study describing an experimental and theoretical investigation of the energy and hygrothermal performance of retrofit foundation insulation systems in climate zones 6 and 7.

In this exterior wall retrofit of a masonry brick home, first the brick was covered with a fluid-applied water and air control layer (white), then 2x4 furring strips and two layers of rigid foam insulation, then 1x4 furring strips to attach cladding to

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Plan view of exterior masonry brick wall retrofitted with furring strips, three layers of rigid mineral wool insulation staggered and taped at the seams, and topped with metal hat channel providing a ventilation gap surface to nail under the lap siding

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This close-up of an exterior wall retrofit of a masonry brick home shows the fluid-applied water and air control layer (white), 2x4 furring strips and two layers of rigid foam insulation (pink), then 1x4 furring which provides a ventilation gap

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Insulated Siding as Home Insulation: Guide for Users and Energy Raters

Reference

A guide for users and energy raters of insulated siding as home insulation.

Unvented, Insulated Crawlspaces

Guide

Guide describing method for insulating an unvented crawlspace or conditioned basement with rigid foam on the interior side of the walls.

Insulating Plumbing Pipes

Guide

Guide describing how to insulate plumbing pipes.

Guide to Insulating Sheathing

Reference

Guide providing information on using exterior foam insulating sheathing in building wall assemblies to enhance thermal performance.

Air Sealed, Insulated Basements

Guide

Guide describing how to insulate a basement to improve the overall thermal performance of the building and provide more dry, usable conditioned space for home occupants and HVAC equipment.

Existing band joist insulation retrofit with 1 1/2 inch rigid insulation

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Skylight Shaft Walls

Guide

Guide describing insulation techniques for skylight shaft walls.

Attic Knee Walls

Guide

Guide describing how to insulate and air-seal attic knee walls and floor joist cavities under knee walls.

Attic Eave Minimum Insulation

Guide

Guide providing guidance on insulating attic eaves in new and existing single-family homes and multifamily buildings.

Walls Adjoining Porch Roof

Guide

This guide describes how to install a rigid air barrier to separate the porch attic from the conditioned space.

ETW: Wall - Double Stud with Spray Foam Wall Construction

Reference

Information sheet briefly summarizing double stud with spray foam wall construction including the advantages and disadvantages of this construction strategy.

Continuous Rigid Insulation Sheathing

Guide

Guide describing continuous rigid insulation installation procedures to reduce thermal bridging and help provide thermal protection.

Insulating and Air Sealing Existing Floor Overhangs (Cantilevers)

Guide

Guide describing how to insulate a floor overhang (or cantilever) on an existing home by adding insulation and an air barrier to air seal the floor joist bays under the cantilever.

Certified Insulated Siding: Quality, Comfort and Energy Performance

Presentation

This presentation will help you define insulated siding, understand R-value testing of insulated siding, describe proper installation of insulated siding, comply with energy codes and understand building energy performance program and software recognition.

Insulating Existing Floors over Garage

Guide

Guide describing how to insulate and air seal the floor joists over a garage when there is loving space above the garage.

Installation of Cavity Insulation, Info-501

Reference

Article explaining installing cavity insulation.

Continuous Air Barrier in Exterior Walls

Guide

Guide describing how to install continuous air barriers in exterior walls.

Air Sealing and Insulating Ceilings in Vented Attics

Guide

Guide describing how to air-seal and insulate a ceiling where the insulation is installed on top of the ceiling (on the attic floor) in a vented attic.

Exterior Insulation Implications on Heating and Cooling in Cold Climates

Reference

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) is interested in finding cost-effective solutions for deep energy retrofits (DERs) related to exterior wall insulation in a cold climate, with targets of 50% peak load reduction and 50% space conditioning energy savings.

Cold Climate Foundation Retrofit Energy Savings: The Simulated Energy and Experimental Hygrothermal Performance of Cold Climate Foundation Wall Insulation Retrofit Measures - Phase I, Energy Simulation

In this exterior wall retrofit of a masonry brick home, first the brick was covered with a fluid-applied water and air control layer (white), then 2x4 furring strips and two layers of rigid foam insulation, then 1x4 furring strips to attach cladding to

Plan view of exterior masonry brick wall retrofitted with furring strips, three layers of rigid mineral wool insulation staggered and taped at the seams, and topped with metal hat channel providing a ventilation gap surface to nail under the lap siding

This close-up of an exterior wall retrofit of a masonry brick home shows the fluid-applied water and air control layer (white), 2x4 furring strips and two layers of rigid foam insulation (pink), then 1x4 furring which provides a ventilation gap

Insulated Siding as Home Insulation: Guide for Users and Energy Raters

Unvented, Insulated Crawlspaces

Insulating Plumbing Pipes

Guide to Insulating Sheathing

Air Sealed, Insulated Basements

Existing band joist insulation retrofit with 1 1/2 inch rigid insulation

Skylight Shaft Walls

Attic Knee Walls

Attic Eave Minimum Insulation

Walls Adjoining Porch Roof

ETW: Wall - Double Stud with Spray Foam Wall Construction

Continuous Rigid Insulation Sheathing

Insulating and Air Sealing Existing Floor Overhangs (Cantilevers)

Certified Insulated Siding: Quality, Comfort and Energy Performance

Insulating Existing Floors over Garage

Installation of Cavity Insulation, Info-501

Continuous Air Barrier in Exterior Walls

Air Sealing and Insulating Ceilings in Vented Attics

Exterior Insulation Implications on Heating and Cooling in Cold Climates

Roof/Attic to Exterior Wall Air Control Upgrade

Flashing of Wall Penetrations in Existing Homes

Rigid Foam Board Insulation for Existing Band Joists

Cladding Attachment Over Thick Exterior Insulated Sheathing

Insulation Below Attic Platforms

Vinyl Siding with Integrated Rigid Foam for Existing Walls

Above Deck Rigid Foam Insulation for Existing Roofs