COMF 8 - Second Floor Comfort Issues & Solutions

Thursday, April 30, 2009  ·  10:30 AM - 12:10 PM

Second floors comfort issues are a problem in many residential as well as commercial buildings. Problems include over-heating, under-heating, lack of control, balancing and noise problems, and complaints. This session will focus on identifying types of second floor comfort problems, the principles causing these problems and possible solutions in both ducted and hydronic heating systems. No prior technical knowledge is needed but a basic understanding of HVAC systems will be helpful.

 

By attending this session, participants will

 

1. Learn to identify types of second floor comfort issues
2. Understand the principles causing second floor comfort issues in both ducted and hydronic systems
3. Learn ways to solve comfort issues in both ducted and hydronic HVAC systems

 

Type: 100 Minute Session
Track: Year Round Comfort
CEU: American Institute of Architects (AIA)   American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)   Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)   North American Technician Excellence, Inc. (NATE)   Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)   National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI)   National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)  

Course Presenter(s):

• Bob Zima

Course Document(s):

• COMF8_Zima