2021 IECC

Explaining the Air Leakage Testing Update in the 2021 IECC

By |2024-02-14T11:31:50-07:00February 14th, 2024|Blower Door Testing, Energy Code Info|

Blower door testing (or air leakage testing) is an important part of the building process, as it determines the overall air tightness of a building, and helps to identify problematic leaks that may be present. As a result, it has been required for all new construction and additions since the 2015 IECC was released. [...]

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Loveland Building Code: Explaining the New Performance Path Amendment

By |2025-01-06T13:29:34-07:00November 14th, 2023|HERS Ratings|

On June 1, 2023, the city of Loveland, CO officially adopted the 2021 IECC and implemented some specific amendments. One of the most significant changes has to do with energy compliance evaluation. In the past, builders were allowed to utilize a prescriptive path to make sure their project was code-compliant. However, the updated Loveland [...]

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Duct Leakage Testing Requirements in 2021 IECC Codes

By |2023-08-14T17:03:11-06:00June 16th, 2023|Duct Leakage Testing, Energy Code Info|

If you are in the building industry, you are no doubt familiar with the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).  This code is used as an industry standard for new building projects and renovations. And it establishes what guidelines need to be followed in order to meet code. As an Energy Services company, we make [...]

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