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I was perusing the Home Energy Pros posts as I often do and ran across a post regarding a radiant barrier insulation product Costco was offering.…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Robert Riversong Oct 4, 2012.
“I don’t get it why would we want to make the house so tight that you would need ventilation?”
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“I don’t get it why would we want to make the house so tight that you would need ventilation?” I was asked this question by a potential customer. I think that this is certainly valid question. I…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jim Shankle Sep 8, 2012.
To test or not to test that is the question.
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To test, or not to test, that is the question: Whether 'tis Nobler in the mind to suffer The Slings and Arrows of outrageous Protocols, Or to take Arms against a Sea of Air Infiltration, And by…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Thomas Price Mar 22, 2012.
Is LEED Lip Stick on a Pig?
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http://bit.ly/yA52MUIs LEED lip stick on a pig? I like the concept of LEED however the acronym is probably in need of adjustment that would be more…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by William H Nickerson Feb 10, 2012.
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Patrick Michaelyan commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Home Performance Contractor Dreams"Ron,
Your story (and I'm sure you have many others) are ammunition for why a middle ground must be found.
I truly feel for you. I have been in your shoes, and it is very frustrating. I can only implore you to reconsider going back to cabinet…"
Ron Jones commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Home Performance Contractor Dreams"And of course, the drain clog analyst would bore the customer for an hour with the building science behind why shit rolls downhill.
This posting hits so close to home for me as I analyze why this beautifully logical approach to building a better…"
Glen Gallo replied to Tom Delconte's discussion Are efficient LED bulbs worth the price?"Interesting conversation
I like the LED light but would agree with Curt that the cost does not justify the difference at this time. However cost is not everything. There is the coolness factor and for many the LED is just plain hip. There is the…"
Glen Gallo replied to Damien Herold's discussion Tired of climbing ladders and reaching to find air leaks during blower door test I have a solution!!!"Damien
I would not allow the figure in a report if you worked for me.Nor would I let you covey that information to a client. I think the tool is useful just not in the manner you use it
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Glen Gallo replied to Andy Roland's discussion HERS testing"go to a dj store for a smoke machine they have better one than the party store"
Patrick Michaelyan commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Home Performance Contractor Dreams"Well, it's this and other concerns that have led me to find what I consider a happy medium.
Test in and out, do some basic combustion safety and visual analysis of the building (checking for moisture issues, etc.), but always be thinking first…"
Glen Gallo commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Home Performance Contractor Dreams"Allison thanks
Curt I am also a GC so I can also perform when programs allow me to"
Allison A. Bailes III commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Home Performance Contractor Dreams"Yep. That about sums it up, Glen. Great article!"
Curt Kinder commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Home Performance Contractor Dreams"I spend most of my time performing audits but THIS is why I am a licensed AC contractor...so I can actually DO something.
Our projects get graded every month by the utility company's billing, so it behooves me to well predict savings for each…"
Glen Gallo posted a blog postHome Performance Contractor Dreams
The Three Laws of Home Performance ContractorFirst Law A performance contractor must do no harm through action or in action.Second Law A performance contractor must follow the principles of building science unless they are in conflict with the first lawThird Law A performance contractor must protect their own interest unless that protection conflicts with the first and second law.Oth lawA performance contractor may not harm by inaction or allow harm by action.For those of you whom have not read…See More
Bob Sullivan commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Building Science is not really science"Could not agree more. We owe much to those who pioneered the concept. Unfortunately, the term Bulding Science is sometimes abused by hucksters who are in it only for the $$$. Programs like EarthCraft Homes etc. represent waves of the future."
Tom Conlon commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Building Science is not really science"Good post Glen, and extra points for the provocative title!
Of course there are plenty of actual scientists busily researching how best to optimize building (including home) performance.(You make this clear in your follow-up.)
However, you're…"
Glen Gallo commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Building Science is not really science"I want to thank everyone for their comments and reading.
Ken, I will not argue that there is a discipline called Building Science. My introduction as any good introduction is meant…"
Jon Haehnel commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Building Science is not really science"Glen and Tom are right. To imply that because we have some training and/or experience under our belts and because we test we know exactly what to do in every building it naive. I always cringe at the…"
ken Neuhauser commented on Glen Gallo's blog post Building Science is not really science"Appreciate the thoughts, Glen. But I think you need to be careful about the terminology. Building science is science. It's the application of building science that tends to be less scientific. The discipline of building…"
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The Three Laws of Home Performance Contractor
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A performance contractor must do no harm through action or in action.
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A performance contractor must follow the principles of building science unless they are in conflict with the first law
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Posted on November 13, 2012 at 10:33pm — 6 Comments
Building Science is not really science
Building Science is not really science; it is more of a concept. While the concepts were developed by scientists the system itself is not really hard science. The concepts are generally employed by building analysts and construction professionals. While I consider myself a student of building science I do not consider myself a building scientist. I am simply a tradesman with special training. While some in the field might have different opinions about their role in this industry I am…
ContinuePosted on October 29, 2012 at 11:26pm — 7 Comments
What does the the N factor stand for
I have a theory for what the N stands for in the N factor but really no clue. I understand what the n factor intends to do and how to use it but fail to understand how it applies in the real world and in particular to San Diego.
The N factor is a correction number that smooths the data for blower door numbers in multiple climate zones of homes of different size and height and brings the homes into a level playing field. We then can use this number…
Posted on October 6, 2012 at 11:20am — 7 Comments
Carbon Credits in California
So it begins. California is now on its way to carbon trading. The first wave is to hit in November for Industries here in California. Only 10 percent of the credits will be auctioned in the first year and by 2020 50 percent will be auctioned.
I have never been an advocate of the carbon credit/carbon trading. Touted as a simple Pigovian Tax (like any Pigovian tax is simple) It’s aim is to reduce carbon emissions. The idea is to put a limit on carbon and then have the market trade…
Continue Posted on September 13, 2012 at 7:30am
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- At 9:21am on September 22, 2012,
Paul Raymer said… Glen -
I look forward to seeing you there. Subject is near and dear to me!
Paul
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Stan Kuhn replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories"You note overheating on the south side (naturally.) Assuming the typical roof overhang of…"
Patrick Michaelyan replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories"Thanks a lot Ed. And thanks to all who have added their two cents.
I think I know where to take…"
Ed Minch replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories"We have successfully treated this same problem in perhaps 1000 of this same house in the…"
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What is a Heat Pump Water Heater
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We are working with A.O. Smith, GE and Stiebel Eltron on a Building America task to…"
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Ben Jacobs replied to Jose Macho's discussion Why Are Energy-Saving Home Inprovements Down??"I think that government support for good ideas results in major benefits over the long haul.
Please…"
Craig Savage commented on Craig Savage's videoWhat is a Heat Pump Water Heater
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Not sure if you are being sarcastic, but a serious answer would be that GE is selling…"
Tom Delconte commented on Craig Savage's videoWhat is a Heat Pump Water Heater
"Craig: do you have a diagram of one that will run longer than one year? They don't really seem…"
Cory Chovanec replied to Bachi Brunato's discussion Boxing and Insulating Around Non-ICAT Cans"All good points brought up. My advice is not to leave the lights. When you said halogen I think…"
Jon Haehnel replied to Jose Macho's discussion Why Are Energy-Saving Home Inprovements Down??"The first 2 answers by Tom and Sean jive with my thinking and experience. Thank you Don for…"
Tom Smith replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories"The most bang for your buck will come from airsealing the attic plane and sealing the…"
John Rising replied to Bachi Brunato's discussion Boxing and Insulating Around Non-ICAT Cans"Hi Bachi,
We have done many projects where we have installed boxes around recessed lights to…"
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