Batt Insulation for Existing Vented Attics Description Guide describing how to increase insulation in existing homes by installing batt insulation on the ceiling plane of a vented attic.
Preview Image Conceptual insulation practice at attic-style truss system - above unconditioned space CAD File DWG PDF Version PDF
Preview Image Conceptual insulation practice at attic-style truss system - above conditioned space CAD File DWG PDF Version PDF
Dropped Ceiling/Soffit Below Unconditioned Attic Description Guide describing how to insulate and air-seal dropped ceilings and soffits to prevent air leakage.
Install Top Plates or Blocking at the Top of Walls Adjoining Unconditioned Spaces Description Guide describing how to correctly air-seal a wall with missing top plates or open wall cavities.
Builders Challenge High Performance Builder Spotlight: David Weekley Homes, Houston, Texas Author(s) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Organization(s) PNNL Publication Date December, 2009 Description Case study describing new home construction in the hot-humid climate, optimizing thermal enclosure, HVAC, water heating and lighting measures.
DOE ZERH HIA 2017 Case Study: Thrive Home Builders, Courtyard Rows, Lone Tree, CO Author(s) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, U.S. Department of Energy Organization(s) PNNL, DOE Publication Date September, 2017 Description Case study describing a DOE Zero Energy Ready Home 2017 Housing Innovation Award winner that scored HERS 41 without PV and 8 with PV.
Air Sealing Bathroom and Kitchen Exhaust Fans Description Guide describing how to air-seal bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans.