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Essential Considerations for Heat Pump Systems: Sizing, Installation, and Climate Factors

Allied11 months ago11 months ago017 mins

Scope: Install a ductless (Mini-Split) heat pump to provide heating and cooling to a single room or an entire home. Description: Ductless vs. Traditional Ducted Heat Pumps: Air Distribution and Zoning: Duct Heat Loss: General Performance Trends: Air Filtration: Variable Speed Compressors: Humidity Control: Thermal Comfort: Electrical Considerations: Fire Safety: Maintenance: Ductless System Configurations: Sizing…

Installing Skylight Shaft Walls – A Comprehensive Guide

Allied11 months ago11 months ago09 mins

Skylight shaft walls play a crucial role in ensuring energy efficiency and preventing heat loss in homes with skylights. Proper insulation and air sealing of these shaft walls are essential for maintaining a comfortable indoor environment and complying with energy efficiency standards. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the scope and methods for insulating…

Proper Clothes Dryer Venting: A Comprehensive Guide

Allied11 months ago11 months ago011 mins

When it comes to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of your clothes dryer, proper venting is essential. Follow these guidelines to ensure your dryer is vented correctly and avoid potential issues: Scope: Description: How to Install Dryer Exhaust Duct: Recommendations for Homeowners: Retrofit for Improved Dryer Venting 1. Inspect for Lint Buildup Begin your…

Pre-Retrofit Assessment of Walls, Windows, and Doors

Allied11 months ago11 months ago05 mins

Issue: Active Knob and Tube Wiring or Exposed Wiring Issue: Mold Issue: Structural Integrity and Wood Rot Issue: Lead-Based Paint (Homes Built Before 1978) Issue: Natural Draft Combustion Appliance Issue: Pest-Related Activity or Damage Issue: Vermiculite Insulation or Asbestos-Containing Materials Issue: Leaks or Moisture Damage Wiring and Electrical System Assessment Combustion Appliances Mold and Structural…

Installing A Replacement Window – A Comprehensive Guide

Allied11 months ago11 months ago08 mins

Before beginning the replacement window installation, inspect the interior and exterior of the building, including each window, to identify impacts and potential risks with completing the work. Diagnose water and air infiltration pathways and choose strategies most appropriate to address each leak. Window Replacement Steps Ensuring Success Compliance with Window Replacement Codes and Standards Ensuring…

Controlling Moisture in Unvented Attics Using Vapor Diffusion Ports

Achieving Code Compliance for Continuous Insulation and Cladding Attachments

Comprehensive Guide to Air Sealing and Insulating Buried Ducts in Vented Attics for Code Compliance

Air Sealing and Insulating Garage Walls for Code Compliance in Multi-Family Buildings

Air Sealing and Insulating Common Walls (Party Walls) in Multi-Family Buildings: A Code Compliance Guide

Air Sealing and Insulating Attic Knee Walls: A Code Compliance Guide

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Essential Considerations for Heat Pump Systems: Sizing, Installation, and Climate Factors

Installing Skylight Shaft Walls – A Comprehensive Guide

Proper Clothes Dryer Venting: A Comprehensive Guide

Pre-Retrofit Assessment of Walls, Windows, and Doors

Installing A Replacement Window – A Comprehensive Guide

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