Building Science

Posted on
Perot Museum of Nature & Science
Perot Museum of Nature & Science

Morphosis Architects More

Posted on
Online Calculator for Evaluating Window Performance

When working with energy conscious customers, use this online calculator to make the sale. More

Posted on
Which Window Area Ratio Is Better?

What's the best way to measure window area glazing in respect to energy efficiency? Building science expert Paul Fisette says it's involving conduction and air leakage and not window area as a part of the living space. More

Posted on
A Good Window Is Still a Poor Wall

If you're serious about selling replacement windows on the basis of energy efficiency, make sure you uderstand the building science of windows. More

Posted on
If the House Is Tight, Better Make Sure It's Right

Hiring a home performance specialist can not only solve complex problems, it can... More

Posted on
Product Transparency Movement Gets X-Rayed at Greenbuild

The Greenbuild expo covers a lot of ground. For remodelers, some of the more important topics involved energy rating labels and the notion that manufacturers should reveal more about what's in the goods they sell. More

Posted on
Corbett Lunsford Introduces HERS Rater Test Prep Course

The author and developer of a range of books and tools for HERS raters, now offers... More

Posted on
Increase Profits: Home Performance for the Long Haul

Instead of trying to create a separate business or division focusing on home performance, perhaps remodelers should incorporate the principles into all their work. If there are incentive programs that help offset some costs, thatís a nice bonus, but home performance remodeling can provide long-term benefits for everyone involved. More

Posted on
Accurate Energy Measurements for Home Sales

BPI standards assure energy-efficiency upgrade information is accurately valued for the home sales process. More

RSS
Close X