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Home Energy Assessments and Energy Efficiency Upgrades. Dane George. Energy Advisors Service Organizations. Home Energy Assessments. Program Authority Maintain Computer Modeling Software. Administers Rebate Program. Visit #1: Establish Existing Insulation Levels - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Home Energy AssessmentsProgram Authority
Maintain Computer Modeling Software
Administers Rebate Program
Energy Advisors Service Organizations
Elements of a Home Energy AssessmentVisit #1:-Establish Existing Insulation Levels-Survey Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Ventilation -Blower Door Air Leakage Test-Discuss Upgrade Potential with Homeowner-Energuide Rating-House Report
Visit #2:-Inspection of Energy Upgrades-Rebate Potential
Home Energy Assessments
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Primarily concerned with:
-Air Tightness
-Insulation Levels
-Heating Systems
Where does the heat go?
-travels in all directions
-conducts through all surfaces
-insulation only slows it down
Heat travels by:
-convection (air movement)
-conduction (through materials)
-radiation (from objects)
Keeping the Heat In, 2013
www.clydeanderson.com.au
Insulation Information- R-Value is the measurement of
thermal resistance
- Proper installation is very important
- R-value decreases when insulation is compressed
- Convection can occur around insulation
Keeping the Heat In, 2013
Basements CrawlspacesWall types
-Concrete
-Stone/mortar
- Concrete block/mortarInsulation Options:
-Framing + Fiberglass Batts + Drywall
-XTPS Rigid Insulation
-Polyurethane Sprayfoam
Basements and CrawlspacesLook out for signs of:
-Structural Damage: Cracks, Shifting
-Moisture: Dampness, Effluorescence
-Freeze Thaw Cycle (4 ft frost line in Nova Scotia)
Basement and Crawlspace Ceilings
http://www.energyvanguard.com
May or may not be a good option
-careful about freezing pipes
-no rebates available if the basement contains a heating systems or water pipes
-be sure to fasten insulation properly
Basement HeadersMajor Source of heat loss and air leakage.
Insulation Options
-XTPS rigid insulation (cover with drywall or other fire barrier)
-fiberglass batts (don’t forget, don’t compress!)
-sprayfoam concrete/wood connection
Exposed FloorsAny floor overhanging an unheated space
-over garages
-under bay windows
-porches converted into living spaces
Insulation Options:
-fiberglass Batts + XTPS rigid insulation
-polyurethane sprayfoam (careful if there is vinyl flooring)
Main WallsInsulation Options:
-exterior added insulation: rigid EPS insulation
-blown insulation: cellulose, mineral or glass fiber, may have trouble thoroughly insulating
-interior added insulation: fiberglass or denim batts, easy install during interior renovations
Main WallsBlown Insulation Considerations
-condition of wall finish: may result in a “blow out”
-plaster may contain asbestos
-wood stove flue, avoid due to fire hazard
WindowsConsiderations
-air leakage around windows is usually the biggest culprit
-“storm” windows increase R-value and reduce air leakage
-window installation is very important: caulking, sprayfoam, vapour barrier
www.inspectapedia.com
Replacing WindowsConsiderations
-only Energy Star windows qualify for rebates
-low E coating prevents radiation from passing through
-multiple panes - 2, 3 or even 4
-argon gas or similar heavy gas to prevent convection between panes
-insulating spacers between components
www.fsec.ucf.edu
Ceilings
www.inspectapedia.com
Types
-sloped: scissor truss or cathedral
-flat roof
-attic
Insulation Options:
-Fiberglass Batts
-Blown Insulation
CeilingsInsulation Options:
-fiberglass batts
-blown insulation (cheaper, but messy)
Considerations:
-furnace/chimney flue fire hazard
-attic ventilation
-air leakage into attic from house
-vermiculite (may contain asbestos)
CeilingsUpgrades cautions:
-compressed insulation
-may result in ice damming
-water leaks
-damage to roof deck material
-condensation and mould growth on ceiling
Air Leakage TestingBlower Door Test
-depressurizes the house
-use your senses to discover drafts
-measures air changes per hour (ACH)
-estimates equivalent leakage area (ela)
-avoid making the house too ‘tight’ without proper ventilation equipment
energyconservatory.com
www.energyvanguard.com
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/homes/hip-backdrafting.html
Considerations
-avoid making the house too ‘tight’ without proper ventilation equipment
-exhaust fans such as dryers, bathfans and range hoods can cause backdrafting
-may result in carbon monoxide poisoning
-install a carbon monoxide detectors
-Home energy assessment will provide a warning if house is too tight
Air Leakage Testing
Heating systemsCommon existing heating systems:
-oil furnaces/oil boilers
-electric baseboards
-wood/pellet stoves
Upgrade options:
-ductless “mini-split” heat pumps
-water-to-air, air-to-water, air-to-air heat pumps
-new furnace or boiler with higher efficiency
-natural gas – available only in some neighbourhoods
Efficiency Nova Scotia Programs for Home Owners
- Home Energy Assessment
- Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
- Keeping the Heat In
- Greenbuildingadvisor.com
- Product Installation (light bulbs, tank wrap, pipe insulation, etc.)
- Home Energy Report
- Home Energy Assessments
- Appliance Retirement (do you have an old fridge or freezer?)
- Home Heating Solutions (Green Heat)
Resources