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Methodology for Estimated Energy Savings | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/methodology
For the purpose of estimating energy savings, EPA assumed that a knowledgeable homeowner or contractor could cost-effectively: Seal air leaks ...
Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/about/federal-tax-credits
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 ...
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 ...
Basement & Crawlspace Air Sealing and Insulating Project
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/basement_crawlspace
Sealing air leaks and adding insulation to the basement or crawlspace can yield substantial benefits if done correctly. While these improvements are ...
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 Check Your Home’s Attic Insulation Level | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/products/ask-the-experts/how-check-your-homes-attic-insulation-level
Since most common insulation types (fiberglass, cellulose, mineral wool) have an R-value of about 3 – 3.5 per inch it is easy to estimate how much ...
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 ...
Rule Your Attic! For Comfort and Savings | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/rule_your_attic
A well-sealed and insulated attic can make a real difference in your energy bills and how comfortable your home is. Considering how high energy bills ...
What to Look For: DIY Checks and Inspections | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/identify-problems-you-want-fix/diy-checks-inspections
Method 1: Quick Check of Insulation Levels. Looking across your attic, if the insulation is level with or below the attic floor joists, you probably ...
[PDF] Air Sealed, Insulated Basements - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Air%20Sealed%2C%20Insulated%20Basements_Nov%202017.pdf
Insulation seams can be sealed with caulk, foam, foil tape, or polypropylene tape. Caulk or foam should be used at the edges of the insulation (near ...
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 ...
[PDF] BSC Information Sheet 511, Basement Insulation - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/BSC%20Information%20Sheet%20511%20Basement%20Insulation%20for%20all%20Climates.pdf
Basement walls should be insulated with non-water sensitive insulation that prevents interior air from contacting cold basement surfaces – the ...
[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 ...
[PDF] ENERGY STAR Slab Edge Insulation Exemption Details
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Slab%20Edge%20Insulation%20Exemption%20Details%20-%20ENERGY%20STAR%20Rev_12.pdf
For above-grade concrete slab edges in CZ 4-8 (e.g., podiums and projected balconies), 100% of the slab edge must be insulated to ≥ R-5 & aligned with ...
[PDF] Floor Above Unconditioned Basement or Vented Crawlspace - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/asset/document/Floor%20Above%20Unconditioned%20Basement%20or%20Vented%20Crawlspace.pdf
Air seal the floor above an unconditioned basement or crawlspace and make sure floor insulation is in full contact with this subfloor air barrier ...
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 ...
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 ...
Applying Plastic Over Windows Project | ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/saveathome/seal_insulate/plastic-over-windows
Installing temporary plastic window storms: Consult the instructions on the box. Properly size the film, leaving a few inches on either side. Clean ...
Cool Roofs | ENERGY STAR
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In general, cool roofs work best (save more energy) in hot sunny climates, like the Southern U.S., on buildings with low levels of roof insulation ...
[PDF] National Rater Field Checklist - ENERGY STAR
www.energystar.gov/sites/default/files/National%20Rater%20Field%20Checklist_Rev11.pdf
61. All intermittent kitchen exhaust fans must be capable of exhausting at least 100 CFM. In addition, if the fan is not part of a vented range hood ...