International Energy Code Flashcards
An R-value identification mark shall be applied by the manufacturer to each piece of building thermal envelope insulation when the insulation is how wide?
12” or greater
What is the default glazed fenestration U-factor for a metal framed single pane window?
1.20
What is the default U-factor for a wood door?
0.50
Who is authorized to waive the requirements for construction documents if he or she determines that they are not necessary to confirm compliance with the Energy Conservation Code?
The Code Official
A one-story structure attached to a dwelling with a glazing area in excess of 40% of the gross area of the structure’s exterior walls and roof is considered what type of room?
Sunroom
In Climate Zone 2, if the fenestration and skylight U-factor is 0.75 and the ceiling R-value is 30, what is the R-value for a wood framed wall?
13
In residential buildings with slab-on-grade floors, the floor shall be insulated if it is less than how many inches below grade?
12”
Permanent certificate listing R values on Building components must be posted where?
on or in the electrical distribution panel
Curtain walls in commercial buildings shall be tested at what pounds per square foot for air leakage?
1.57 psf
Crawl space wall insulation shall extend vertically and/or horizontally how far after it reaches grade level?
24”
According to IECC, what is the MAXIMUM skylight area permitted in a commercial building expressed as a % of building envelope?
3%
What is the U-factor for an entrance door in a metal framed building with a thermal break in Climate Zone 3?
0.90
An internally illuminated exit sign shall not exceed how many watts per side?
5 watts
