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Installing Rafter Vents | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide/adding-attic-insulation/installing-rafter-vents
To install the rafter vents, staple them directly to the roof decking. Rafter vents come in 4-foot lengths and 14-1/2 and 22-1/2 inch widths for ...
[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 ...
Get Federal Tax Savings and Other Rebates for Energy Efficiency Home ...
www.energystar.gov/products/ask-the-experts/get-federal-tax-savings-and-other-rebates-energy-efficiency-home-upgrades
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 ...
About Attic Ventilation | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide/about-attic-ventilation
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 ...
How to Choose and Install Recessed Lighting | ENERGY STAR
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1. Cut a hole in the ceiling commensurate with the size of the recessed downlight. 2. Follow manufacturer instructions to wire the junction box to the ...
Attic Air Sealing Project | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/attic-air-sealing-project
Roll of reflective foil insulation or other blocking material such as drywall or pieces of rigid foam insulation to cover soffits, open walls and ...
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 ...
ENERGY STAR Certified Insulation | EPA ENERGY STAR
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spraytite® (comfort, comfort xl, lwp-l, sp, 158, 178 and 81206) and walltite® us
[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 ...
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 ...
Sealing Air Leaks: Attic | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide/sealing-air-leaks-attic
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 ...
[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 ...
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 ...
Energy Efficiency Home Upgrade Assistance | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/products/assist_lmi
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 ...
Furnace Flues Require Special Sealing Techniques | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide/sealing-air-leaks-attic/furnace-flues
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 ...
Windows & Skylights Tax Credit | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/about/federal-tax-credits/windows-skylights
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 Exemptions and Alternatives
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Slab%20Edge%20Details%20v20%202023-12-01.pdf
At this boundary, for slabs resting on mass walls, insulation must extend ≥ 8 feet below the bottom of the slab edge, as shown in Figure 9 on the ...
The Tax Credits for Energy Efficient Upgrades are Back!
www.energystar.gov/products/ask-the-experts/tax-credits-energy-efficient-upgrades-are-back
Insulation - Typical bulk insulation products, such as batts, rolls, blow-in fibers, rigid boards, expanding spray, and pour-in-place, can qualify for ...
Benefits of Duct Sealing | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/heating-cooling/duct-sealing/benefits
Leaky ducts can reduce heating and cooling system efficiency by as much as 20 percent. Sealing and insulating ducts increases efficiency, lowers your ...
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 ...