Energy Star Flashcards

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What is a HERS score?

A

Home Energy Rating system

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What is Energy Star?

A

Method to promote and identify products that are energy efficient

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What are the components of the house being tested?

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HVAC air barrier, thermal envelope, duct blaster.

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When do inspections occur?

A

Predrywall and final PEG

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What is inspected at the pre-drywall inspection?

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insulation, air barrier, air seal, duct blaster

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What types of materials are being used as air barriers?

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Thermo ply, air sill, 3/8 OSB, tyvex wrap

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Name 3 areas where air barriers are installed?

A

Chase, exterior wall w/ tub, fireplace

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Name 4 areas where spray foam is used?

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Penetrations through OSB, voids in top and bottom plates, fire stopping.

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What type of installation should we expect?

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Grade 1- no voids and 2% compression

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Name 2 things the HVAC contractor does to meet the Energy Star requirements?

A

Mastic on duck work

Balance CFMs

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Name the 4 checklist completed at the Energy Star final inspection?

A

Water management check list

HVAC

Tester checklist

Thermal enclosure

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Name 4 areas the inspector checks at the final inspection?

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Caulking at HVAC boots, attic insulation, water management list, MERV 6 filters, attic access panel w/ weather strip

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What is done with the final inspection report?

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Mailed to customer and placed in homeowner folder

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