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About Attic Ventilation | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide/about-attic-ventilation
Rafter vents ensure the soffit vents are clear and there is a channel for outside air to move into the attic at the soffits and out through the gable ...
[PDF] Insulation Fact Sheet - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Insulation%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
typically located between roof rafters, floor joists, or wall studs. If a single reflective surface is used alone and faces an open space, such as an ...
Adding Attic Insulation | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide/adding-attic-insulation
How Much Should I Add? Insulation levels are specified by R-Value. R-Value is a measure of insulation's ability to resist heat flow. The higher the ...
What Does the ENERGY STAR Label Mean? | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/products/ask-the-experts/what-does-energy-star-label-mean
Here’s a deeper dive into what the ENERGY STAR label means and why you should look for it when shopping for products for the home: 1) It means energy ...
Choosing the Appropriate Insulation Type | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/certified_insulation
Choosing the Appropriate Insulation Type. The ENERGY STAR program only partners with insulation manufacturers who agree to have their products tested ...
Well-Insulated and Sealed Attic | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/products/energy_star_home_upgrade/attic_insulation
Some homes have ‘cathedral ceilings’ with no attic. In this case, the insulation is placed right up against the roof deck and covered with drywall. To ...
How to Hire an Attic Insulation Contractor | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/products/ask-the-experts/how-hire-attic-insulation-contractor
Be polite, but insistent that they do these things: Wear shoe coverings to keep your house clean during the work. Vacuum up any dirt or spilled ...
How ENERGY STAR Works | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/about/how-energy-star-works
The ENERGY STAR program is administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). ENERGY STAR is a voluntary labeling program: EPA sets ...
Program Requirements | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/partner_resources/residential_new/program_reqs
Learn about how to qualify for the § 45L Federal Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Homes and view the IRS’ latest guidance for builders. To earn ENERGY ...
[PDF] Advanced Wall Framing - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/ia/home_improvement/home_solutions/doeframing.pdf
on-center are placed directly below roof trusses spaced 24 inches on-center. Window and Door Layout - Align at least one side of each win-dow and door ...
A DIY Guide to Sealing and Insulating with ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/do-it-yourself-guide
Sealing and Insulating are often the most cost-effective ways to make a home more comfortable and energy efficient — and you can do it yourself with ...
Duct Sealing | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/heating-cooling/duct-sealing
Duct Sealing. In houses with forced-air heating and cooling systems, ducts are used to distribute conditioned air throughout the house. In a typical ...
ENERGY STAR Home Upgrade | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/products/energy_star_home_upgrade
The ENERGY STAR Home Upgrade is a carefully crafted set of six high-impact, energy efficiency improvements for your home. Designed to work together to ...
ENERGY STAR Certification | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/about/how-energy-star-works/energy-star-certification
To earn the ENERGY STAR, eligible commercial buildings must earn an 1–100 ENERGY STAR score of 75 or higher—indicating that they operate more ...
How the 1–100 ENERGY STAR Score is Calculated
www.energystar.gov/buildings/benchmark/understand-metrics/how-score-calculated
Using the 1–100 ENERGY STAR score, you can understand how your building’s energy consumption measures up against similar buildings nationwide. The ...
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 ...
[PDF] A Dealer Guide to ENERGY STAR® Putting Energy into Profits
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/buildings/tools/A_Dealer_Guide_to_ENERGY_STAR.pdf
may conduct through the roof, contributing to heating costs. In addition, most dark roofs absorb heat, adding unnecessarily to cooling costs ...
How to Apply for ENERGY STAR Certification | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/buildings/building-recognition/building-certification/how-apply
You’ll need to get your application verified and stamped by a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA). This means they’ll ...
[PDF] PROFILE OF SUCCESS - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/manuf_res/JeffersonHouston_new.pdf
recognized the opportunity to lower the school's energy bills by specifying energy-efficient roofing materials. Working with Project Manager Mark ...
ENERGY STAR Certification for Buildings | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/buildings/building-recognition/building-certification
Specifically, to be eligible for ENERGY STAR certification, a building must earn an ENERGY STAR score of 75 or higher on EPA’s 1 – 100 scale ...