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Guide describing how to install ventilation air inlets in open locations at a safe distance from potential air contamination sources.
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Guide describing how to add spray foam insulation to the underside of the existing roof deck as part of the conversion of a vented attic to an unvented, insulated attic.
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Information guide describing how to apply a whole-house approach to home improvement with energy efficiency upgrades, improved indoor air quality, and increased comfort.
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Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2017 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 41 without PV and 8 with PV.
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Guide describing the types of whole-house fans, installation details to reduce energy loss, and how to operate them for comfort and energy savings based on climate zone.
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Guide describing the retrofit of kitchen exhaust systems, including duct sizing and routing considerations.
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Guide describing proper installation of high-MERV furnace and air-handler filters.
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Guide describing options for adding dehumidification equipment to a home to maintain indoor relative humidity below 60%.
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Guide describing how to install a corrosion-resistant drain pan in condensate-producing HVAC equipment.
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The intent of this brief is to provide code-related information about gas-fired boilers to help ensure that the measure will be accepted as being in compliance with the code. Providing notes for code officials on how to plan reviews and conduct field inspections can help builders or remodelers...
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An entirely new section in the 2015 IECC/IRC regarding fuel-burning appliances basically requires the appliance to be isolated from the building thermal envelope, located either outside or within a separate room if the fuel-burning appliance is supplied by open combustion air ducts. This brief provides an overview of the requirements and further details of approving the actual "room".
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Guide describing categories of direct-vent combustion space- and water-heating equipment and combustion safety testing.
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Guide describing ductless heat pump systems used for single-room or whole-house heating and cooling.
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Guide describing the split system heat pumps used for central forced air heating and cooling.
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Guide describing condensing boilers and hot water heat distribution systems used for home heating.
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Guide describing oil-fired boilers and hot water heat distribution systems used for home heating.
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Guide describing condensing clothes dryers, which have a secondary heat exchanger and do not require exterior venting.
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Guide describing combustion furnaces with selection and installation guidance.
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Guide describing gas-fired boilers and hot water heat distribution systems used for home heating.