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Bailey Family Earns Bragging Rights
Our attempt to improve the energy efficiency of our home began in 2008, after the electrical portion of our utility bill soared over $400. We had long been resigned to a steep energy bill, in part because ...
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Air Flow Measurements in the Bag
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Many people in the building performance field know about a certain, easy-to-perform air flow test that involves common household items. If you are not among them, read on. If ... [continue reading]
Missteps with Mold
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Building professionals should follow a thorough mold and IAQ investigative protocol when they tackle mold remediation cases. [continue reading]
Remediating Mold: A Clip-Out Checklist for Building Professionals
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Diagnosing and remedying mold and moisture problems requires good detective skills, proper safety precautions, and a working knowledge of the best practices for mold cleanup and building rehabilitation. Before ... [continue reading]
Zone Pressure Diagnostics
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A new protocol shows how to make a valuable diagnostic test even more useful. [continue reading]
Flow Control Gains in Accuracy
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A new flow meter is easier to use than a Duct Blaster, and more accurate than the temperature rise method. [continue reading]
Valuing Air Barriers
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Without national or local codes or regulations to mandate well-sealed apartment buildings, selling the cost benefit of tight building practices is key. [continue reading]
Comparing Your Home's Energy Use to Others
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Do you know how well your house is doing in terms of the energy it uses? Is your house operating efficiently or inefficiently? [continue reading]
The Current State of Duct Leakage Measurement: Field Evaluation of Five Methods
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A study of test methods for duct leakage revealed that there is room for improvement in this evolving field. [continue reading]
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Home Performance and HVAC Contractors: Recent Legislative Initiative In Texas
As energy auditors and raters went about their business of testing homes, performing energy audits and HVAC system inspections, they ...
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U.S. DOE's HPwES Program Releases Draft Sponsor Guide for Public Comment
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s national Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program (HPwES) released the draft&...
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