HVAC- Page 10 of 12
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Energy Star Homes Must Comply with Version 3 Guidelines Now
Builders: get ready to test bath fan performance, locate a properly trained HVAC contractor, and cross your fingers over rising construction costs
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Window-Mounted Air Conditioners Save Energy
Compared to homes with central air conditioning, homes with window units have lower cooling costs
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Manual J and HVAC Design
Design temperatures, load calculations, and oversized HVAC systems
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LEED Certification as an Afterthought
Coming late to the table on a project, yet again
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An AC Sizing Benchmark for High-Performance Homes
Fighting air-conditioner rules of thumb with a new rule of thumb
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Creating a Conditioned Attic
Five questions to consider before insulating a sloped roof
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Saving Energy With Manual J and Manual D
Experts tell builders that HVAC equipment and ducts should be designed according to Manual J and Manual D; the problem is, no one wants to do the calculations
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Green Building Tip: Test Your HVAC System
Before moving into a new house, ask your contractor to test the furnace, air conditioner, and ventilation system for proper performance
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HVAC Equipment Can Overpower Wind and Stack Effect
Downdraft exhaust hoods have powerful fans that can depressurize a house. [Click to enlarge]
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When HVAC Manufacturers, Efficiency Advocates Find Common Ground
Their recently announced agreement supporting regional, climate-based standards for HVAC products gives manufacturers a jump on regulatory requirements and gives energy efficiency advocacy groups reason to cheer