Recent Articles
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Indoor Air Quality and Building Diagnostics
A review of the CPS IAQ PRO SmartAir meter and the information it provides
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Testing Ducts for Air Leakage
Two ways to test ducts for airtightness in order to meet 2021 energy code requirements
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Airtight Electrical Boxes
Methods for installing electrical boxes that limit air movement and thermal bridging
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Measuring Natural Air Leakage
How to calculate ACHnat and reasons it can be a useful metric
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Training for the Trades, Part 2
A recap of the Texas Building Science Symposium, a few lessons learned, and resources to investigate
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Make-up Air in Tight Houses
When homes are well air-sealed, negative pressures and supply air pose unique challenges
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Training for the Trades, Part I
A first-hand account of Construction Instruction’s educational offerings and their value for contractors
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Passing a Blower-Door Test
Addressing common areas of air leakage goes a long way toward passing mandatory blower-door tests the first time
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Construction Sealants
Detangling a confusing category of materials to help builders determine application suitability and material compatibility
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Interpreting Thermal Images
Understanding the results when using infrared technology to identify problems in building envelopes