WC 7 - Materials & Methods for Quality Duct Construction & Retrofit
Tuesday, December 05, 2006 · 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Your choice of materials and methods of constructing or repairing ducts greatly affects the outcome and profitability of the job. Creative solutions for complex problems and labor-effective ideas that don't sacrifice performance will be presented. Topics covered include insulation and vapor barriers, suspension and support; dampers and balancing, and correction of undersized return air configurations. Metal, flex, and ductboard systems will be addressed. Economy-of-labor techniques will be suggested when broadening the scope of work to include the mechanical system and other energy upgrades.
By attending this session, participants will
1. Learn about choices of materials and techniques for constructing quality duct systems or improving existing supply and return ducts
2. Examine ways to integrate the duct issues into a broader whole-house make-over to solve the client’s original problem
3. Discover some labor-effective modification techniques that don't sacrifice performance
Password: M56KDC
Type: 90-Minute Breakout
CEU:
Energy and Environmental Building Association (EEBA)
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
Building Performance Institute, Inc. (BPI)
Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET)
Arkansas Home Inspectors
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