US DOE Midwest Regional Weatherization Conference

WET 8 - Regional Best Practices: Crawl Space Treatments (Repeat)

Thursday, August 17, 2006 · 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

When you insulate and air seal a crawl space, what materials do you use and where do you install them? When do you isolate a crawl space from a house and when do you bring it into the home’s thermal / pressure boundary? How do you protect your crew from potential crawl space hazards?

By attending this session, participants will

Identify the important issues to consider when treating crawl spaces
Understand products and their limitations better
Recognize the importance of safe work practices for crews and contractors

KEYWORDS: air sealing, crawl space, dehumidification, insulation, mechanical ventilation, moisture, mold, pests, products, vapor retarder

Vic Aleshire, Comfort Company, Washington CH, OH

TBD

Type: 90-Minute Breakout
Track: Too Wet
CEU: Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI) Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI) Minnesota Residential Building Contractors

Course Presenter(s):

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