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Certified Insulation Products | ENERGY STAR
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Climate Pro® and Attic Protector® JM Formaldehyde-free™ Blow-In Loose-Fill Fiberglass Insulation. Loose Fill. Fiberglass. Knauf. Jet Stream Ultra ...
[PDF] DESIGNING CLOSED CRAWL SPACES - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Designing%20Closed%20Crawlspaces.pdf
Insulation at the sub-floor installed without gaps or compression and in full contact with the sub-floor to achieve nominal R-value Non-porous insulat ...
About Attic Ventilation | ENERGY STAR
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Natural Attic Ventilation. At first it may seem odd to add insulation for warmth and then purposely allow cold air to enter the attic through vents ...
Sealing the Attic Hatch or Door | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide/sealing-air-leaks-attic/attic-hatch-or-door
Position the screw eyes so the weatherstrip is slightly compressed when the hooks are latched. Cut a piece of fiberglass or rigid foam board insulatio ...
Get Federal Tax Savings and Other Rebates for Energy Efficiency Home ...
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For efficient, electric upgrades, the rebates could add up to as much as $14,000 and can be combined with income tax credits. With respect to the ...
Sealing Air Leaks: Attic | ENERGY STAR
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Again, look for signs of dirty insulation to indicate air is moving through. You need to plug these cavities in order to stop air from traveling under ...
Basement & Crawlspace Air Sealing and Insulating Project
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Sealing air leaks and adding insulation to the basement or crawlspace can yield substantial benefits if done correctly. While these improvements are ...
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency | ENERGY STAR
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Through 2032, federal income tax credits are available to homeowners, that will allow up to $3,200 annually to lower the cost of energy efficient home ...
[PDF] A DO-IT-YOURSELF GUIDE TO SEALING AND INSULATING WITH ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/publications/pubdocs/DIY_Guide_May_2008.pdf
Form an insulation dam to prevent insulation from contacting the flue pipe. Cut enough aluminum from the coil to wrap around the flue plus 6 inches ...
2022 Tax Credit Information | ENERGY STAR
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The Non-Business Energy Property Tax Credits outlined below apply retroactively through 12/31/2022. Tax Credit: 10% of cost up to $500 or a specific ...
[PDF] Guidance for Reflective Insulation Installation Instructions - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/SI_reflective_insulation_guidance_document.pdf
insulation@energystar.gov. Reflective Insulation Installation Instructions Guidance – Seal and Insulate with ENERGY STAR Issued: 12/11/2012. KEY ...
Applying Plastic Over Windows Project | ENERGY STAR
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Installing temporary plastic window storms: Consult the instructions on the box. Properly size the film, leaving a few inches on either side. Clean ...
Certification Bodies for Residential Insulation | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/partner-resources/products-partner-resources/third-party-cert/cbs/certification-bodies-residential
Resources for EPA-recognized certification bodies: Insulation Certification Body Application for Recognition (PDF) (122KB) Seal and Insulate with ...
Attic Air Sealing Project | ENERGY STAR
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Roll of reflective foil insulation or other blocking material such as drywall or pieces of rigid foam insulation to cover soffits, open walls and ...
Furnace Flues Require Special Sealing Techniques | ENERGY STAR
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Furnace Flues Require Special Sealing Techniques. The opening around a furnace or water heater flue or chimney can be a major source of warm air ...
Energy Efficiency Home Upgrade Assistance | ENERGY STAR
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Over 39.5 million 1 U.S. households face challenges paying their energy bills and live in older homes that are not well insulated or energy efficient ...
[PDF] BSC Information Sheet 511, Basement Insulation - ENERGY STAR
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Basement walls should be insulated with non-water sensitive insulation that prevents interior air from contacting cold basement surfaces – the ...
Windows & Skylights Tax Credit | ENERGY STAR
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In that scenario, the $2,000 credit for the heat pump could be combined with tax credits up to $600 total for the windows/skylights plus $500 for two ...
[PDF] ENERGY STAR Slab Edge Insulation Exemption Details
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For slabs on grade in CZ 4 and higher, 100% of the slab edge must be insulated to ≥ R-5 at the depth specified by the 2009 IECC and aligned with the ...
[PDF] December 2000 DOE/GO2000-0774 - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Technology%20Fact%20Sheet%20Crawlspace%20Insulation.pdf
insulation Option 3 Interior batt insulation joist being insulated and slit to fit around wiring and plumbing. Insulate the band joist area between ...