http://www.remodeling.hw.net/home-performance/building-performance/building-performance.aspx?view=rss&id=Query_tcm17359170http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-science/who-will-rate-the-raters.aspx?rssLink=Who+Will+Rate+the+Raters%3f <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-science/who-will-rate-the-raters.aspx?rssLink=Who+Will+Rate+the+Raters%3f > <img src=/Images/adapt_thrive_HERO_tcm17-960276.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=adapt_thrive_HERO(90) title=adapt_thrive_HERO(90) /></a> It's all fine and dandy if home energy ratings are accurate. But what if the ratings are bogus?Thu, 16 May 2013 06:28:32 EST Building ScienceConstruction TechnologyEnergy EfficiencyBuilding EnvelopeBuilding PerformanceHome StarMeasuring and Layout ToolsRemodelingPost-Occupancy PerformancePerformance MetricsResidential ProjectsConstructionhttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/codes-and-standards/pre-existing-condition.aspx?rssLink=Pre-+Existing+Condition <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/codes-and-standards/pre-existing-condition.aspx?rssLink=Pre-+Existing+Condition > <img src=/Images/CarlSeville_HERO_RGB_tcm17-1865680.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=CarlSeville_HERO_RGB(90) title=CarlSeville_HERO_RGB(90) /></a> Using the International Energy Conservation Code as a guide for improving existing buildings.Thu, 25 Apr 2013 01:52:18 EST Codes and StandardsBuilding ScienceBest PracticesBuilding CodesBuilding EnvelopeBuilding PerformanceInsulationPerformance MetricsPost-Occupancy PerformanceResidential ConstructionHome StarAdditionsHigh-Performance Buildinghttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/the-benefits-of-adding-building-science-to-your-s.aspx?rssLink=The+Benefits+of+Adding+Building+Science+to+Your+Skill+Set <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/the-benefits-of-adding-building-science-to-your-s.aspx?rssLink=The+Benefits+of+Adding+Building+Science+to+Your+Skill+Set > <img src=/Images/green_from_the_HERO_tcm17-960370.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=green_from_the_HERO(90) title=green_from_the_HERO(90) /></a> Build on your remodeling experience and knowledge with energy-efficiency training.Tue, 9 Apr 2013 10:34:27 EST Building PerformanceBuilding ScienceLicensing and CertificationTraininghttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/codes-and-standards/california-building-code-for-windows.aspx?rssLink=California+Building+Code+for+WindowsTougher new requirements take effect in 2014.Thu, 28 Feb 2013 02:27:06 EST Codes and StandardsWindowsBuilding PerformanceBuilding Codeshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/online-tool-for-energy-efficient-construction.aspx?rssLink=Online+Tool+for+Energy-Efficient+ConstructionSite offers guides for energy-efficient constructionMon, 25 Feb 2013 05:21:43 EST Building PerformanceBuilding EnvelopeEnergy EfficiencyEnergy-Efficient Constructionhttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/codes-and-standards/energy-codes-as-they-apply-to-existing-homes.aspx?rssLink=Energy+Codes+as+They+Apply+to+Existing+Homes <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/codes-and-standards/energy-codes-as-they-apply-to-existing-homes.aspx?rssLink=Energy+Codes+as+They+Apply+to+Existing+Homes > <img src=/Images/tmpCD49%2Etmp_tcm17-1825053.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=CarlSeville_HERO.jpg(90) title=CarlSeville_HERO.jpg(90) /></a> Using the International Energy Conservation Code as a guide for improving existing buildings.Tue, 19 Feb 2013 03:46:56 EST Codes and StandardsBuilding EnvelopeBuilding PerformanceInsulationExisting Home Saleshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/indoor-air-quality/bad-air-day.aspx?rssLink=Bad+Air+DayAS homes have become increasingly tight, indoor air quality has become increasingly important. But solutions are not always as straightforward as remodelers would like.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:34:06 EST Indoor Air QualityBuilding PerformanceHVACKitchenhttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/whole-house-remodeling/great-phit.aspx?rssLink=Great+PHitAn interview with architect Tim Eian, who designed the first North American remodeled house meeting EnerPHit standards.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:32:38 EST Whole-House RemodelingBuilding PerformanceBuilding SciencePassive Designhttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-envelope/central-intelligence.aspx?rssLink=Central+Intelligence <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-envelope/central-intelligence.aspx?rssLink=Central+Intelligence > <img src=/Images/tmpFDD8%2Etmp_tcm17-1735923.jpg width=90 height=59 alt=Building America Solution Center_1.jpg(90) title=Building America Solution Center_1.jpg(90) /></a> The Building America Solution Center website will provide easy to find, updated information about energy-efficiency practices.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:32:10 EST Building EnvelopeBuilding PerformanceConstruction TechnologyBIMhttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/case-study-neil-kellys-high-energy-growth.aspx?rssLink=Case+Study%3a+Neil+Kelly%e2%80%99s+High-Energy+Growth <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/case-study-neil-kellys-high-energy-growth.aspx?rssLink=Case+Study%3a+Neil+Kelly%e2%80%99s+High-Energy+Growth > <img src=/Images/tmp39C3%2Etmp_tcm17-1734594.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=HomePerformance-TomKelly_HERO.jpg(90) title=HomePerformance-TomKelly_HERO.jpg(90) /></a> In Portland, Ore., Neil Kelly's home performance division sees 109% annualized growth in six years.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:31:11 EST Building PerformanceEnergy EfficiencySales LeadsHome StarRemodelinghttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/energy-efficiency/green-challenge.aspx?rssLink=Green+Challenge <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/energy-efficiency/green-challenge.aspx?rssLink=Green+Challenge > <img src=/Images/whats_the_problem_HERO_tcm17-839576.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=whats_the_problem_HERO(90) title=whats_the_problem_HERO(90) /></a> You owe it to your clients to be knowledgeable about energy-efficient upgrades so you can offer relevant home-performance upgrades for their home.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:30:04 EST Energy EfficiencySalesEnergy-Efficient DesignBuilding PerformanceHome StarResidential Projectshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/treading-lightly-passive-house-comes-to-chicago.aspx?rssLink=Treading+Lightly%3a+Passive+House+Comes+to+Chicago <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/treading-lightly-passive-house-comes-to-chicago.aspx?rssLink=Treading+Lightly%3a+Passive+House+Comes+to+Chicago > <img src=/Images/tmpC8EF%2Etmp_tcm17-1717861.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=PassiveHouse_HERO.jpg(90) title=PassiveHouse_HERO.jpg(90) /></a> Passive-house construction methods, in building or remodeling, can sharply reduce the carbon footprint of a home.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:29:45 EST Building PerformanceGreen StandardsHigh-Performance BuildingPassive DesignResidential Projectshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/energy-efficiency/seeing--believing.aspx?rssLink=Seeing+%26+Believing <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/energy-efficiency/seeing--believing.aspx?rssLink=Seeing+%26+Believing > <img src=/Images/working_it_HERO_tcm17-867975.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=working_it_HERO(90) title=working_it_HERO(90) /></a> When it comes to energy retrofits, building science is key. But the business aspects are equally important.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:29:14 EST Energy EfficiencyBuilding PerformanceSalesBudgetinghttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/computers/aggregating-options.aspx?rssLink=Aggregating+Options <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/computers/aggregating-options.aspx?rssLink=Aggregating+Options > <img src=/Images/tmp18CB%2Etmp_tcm17-1696537.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=Ekotrope-EnergyModeling-Software_HERO.jpg(90) title=Ekotrope-EnergyModeling-Software_HERO.jpg(90) /></a> Don't start another green building project without a software analysis to determine the best products and techniques.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:48 EST ComputersBuilding EnvelopeBuilding PerformanceArchitectshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/codes-and-standards/testing-the-envelope.aspx?rssLink=Testing+the+Envelope <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/codes-and-standards/testing-the-envelope.aspx?rssLink=Testing+the+Envelope > <img src=/Images/70774116_testing_the_envelope_HERO_tcm17-1712578.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=testing_the_envelope_HERO(90) title=testing_the_envelope_HERO(90) /></a> The 2012 International Energy Conservation Code includes mandatory pressure and duct testing. Here are the details.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:13 EST Codes and StandardsBuilding EnvelopeBuilding PerformanceInsulationTestinghttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/seize-the-day.aspx?rssLink=Seize+the+Day <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/seize-the-day.aspx?rssLink=Seize+the+Day > <img src=/Images/tmp810D%2Etmp_tcm17-1696196.gif width=90 height=60 alt=retrofit_opportunity.gif(90) title=retrofit_opportunity.gif(90) /></a> Even if you don't specialize in energy retrofits, many popular remodeling projects offer an opportunity to improve efficiency, benefit client comfort and health, and save on energy bills.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:11 EST Building PerformanceEnergy EfficiencyIndoor Air QualityAir Pollutionhttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/energy-efficiency/energy-retrofits.aspx?rssLink=Energy+Retrofits <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/energy-efficiency/energy-retrofits.aspx?rssLink=Energy+Retrofits > <img src=/Images/energy_retrofits_HERO_tcm17-1712833.png width=90 height=59 alt=energy_retrofits_HERO(90) title=energy_retrofits_HERO(90) /></a> Reasons to get up to speed on energy efficiency and make energy retrofits part of your remodeling business.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:05 EST Energy EfficiencyBuilding PerformanceCodes and StandardsBuilding Codeshttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/tighten-up.aspx?rssLink=Tighten+Up <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/building-performance/tighten-up.aspx?rssLink=Tighten+Up > <img src=/Images/tmp4ABA%2Etmp_tcm17-1696186.gif width=90 height=60 alt=retrofit_codes.gif(90) title=retrofit_codes.gif(90) /></a> The IECC has been updated and is sure to affect the remodeling industry. To what degree it will affect you depends upon how stringent your local inspectors are.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:03 EST Building PerformanceCodes and StandardsEnergy EfficiencyRemodelinghttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/green-sales-and-marketing/10-reasons-to-retrofit.aspx?rssLink=10+Reasons+to+RetrofitIf achieving energy independence, reducing greenhouse gases, or reversing climate change aren't reason enough to invest in energy retrofits, here are 10 more tangible reasons.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:28:00 EST Green Sales and MarketingBuilding PerformanceEnergy EfficiencyAffordable Housinghttp://www.remodeling.hw.net/performance-metrics/trouble-shooter-thermal-imaging.aspx?rssLink=Trouble+Shooter%3a+Thermal+Imaging <a href=http://www.remodeling.hw.net/performance-metrics/trouble-shooter-thermal-imaging.aspx?rssLink=Trouble+Shooter%3a+Thermal+Imaging > <img src=/Images/tmpC9AC%2Etmp_tcm17-1696113.jpg width=90 height=60 alt=TroubleShooter-ThermalImaging_HERO.jpg(90) title=TroubleShooter-ThermalImaging_HERO.jpg(90) /></a> Buying an infrared camera doesn't provide instant building performance expertise. Consider these factors before investing in a camera.Fri, 8 Feb 2013 02:27:46 EST Performance MetricsBuilding PerformanceJobsite EquipmentBIM