Judi Lyall
  • Encino, CA
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Judi Lyall replied to David Starrett's discussion I am looking for a good IR camera in the group Energy Auditing Equipment for Sale, Trade or to Purchase
"Hi there I am selling my equipment and have a great Fluke TIR for sale for 3600.00    If interested call me Judi 818.762.2227  "
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Bob Blanchette replied to Judi Lyall's discussion Where to find EER and SEER if it is not on the label in the group HVAC
"Older equipment is more affected by it's condition than it's original SEER. Clean coils/blower, proper charge, and good ductwork can have that older 10SEER unit actually getting it's full 10 SEER. However that usually isn't the…"
Dec 29, 2012
Joseph Lamy replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do with a pocket door in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"If the cavity for the pocket door was constructed as many were - open to the exterior walls, then here's a fix: Open the pocket door, measure it, poke your tape measure into the cavity to determine how much room you have between the exterior…"
Mar 1, 2012
Robert Zockoff replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do with a pocket door in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"I have the same problem in a 1960 era house with 2 pocket doors that are still useable and appropriate. For a winter season fix, I use clear packing tape over the voids next to the open door. It is mostly invisible and stops all air flow, but really…"
Jan 5, 2012
Bruce Navin replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do with a pocket door in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"It seems to me that Adam covered it well. Keep in mind the structure of a pocket door-the framing members are probably 1x material and the frame is surely very open. Applying foam can be tricky. Also, the hardware is probably suitable for the…"
Dec 29, 2011
Bob Mariani replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do with a pocket door in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"The pocket door void is like any other open chase.  (like a kitchen cabinet soffit)  You need to stop the air flowing into and out of the area.  Seal from the attic and the crawlspace as well as sealing any wall outlets along the same…"
Dec 22, 2011
Judi Lyall commented on Sean Lintow Sr's group Best Practices (Residential)
"Good morning,    I have a client that complained that certain rooms were either cold or hot. She had 45% leakage. We gave her more air, tightened the ducts and now she called and said that the home is now getting very dusty. What is the…"
Dec 17, 2011
Judi Lyall commented on Allison A. Bailes III's group HVAC
"Good morning,    I have a client that complained that certain rooms were either cold or hot. She had 45% leakage. We gave her more air, tightened the ducts and now she called and said that the home is now getting very dusty. What is the…"
Dec 17, 2011
Judi Lyall commented on Christopher Cadwell's blog post Super Efficient HVAC is Easy
"Hi Christopher,     Will you share where you took this class, I would be interested in attending a class of his."
Dec 1, 2011
Sean Lintow Sr replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do... in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"Not to sound harsh but, you bring in a licensed specialist - full stop, end of story. You need to remember that you are like a family doctor. Once a known or possible issue is spotted that goes beyond what they are trained or…"
Nov 19, 2011
Matthew Redmond replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do... in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"Do you remember the draft number on the DHW? Must be a small house if running only 39000 btu furnace or you're down south or out west. Their both vented alone? Draft number on FAU?  Vented to masonry chimney or B vent straight…"
Nov 17, 2011
Judi Lyall replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do... in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"Okay I get that but that is not what I have to deal with. I will tell the client, but what steps do I take to find if it is clogged or just not enough air or ...?"
Nov 17, 2011
Judi Lyall replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do... in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"FAU stands for forced air unit. I thought maybe it needed more air too, but I am not sure and would like to know the steps to find the problem."
Nov 17, 2011
Judi Lyall replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do... in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"In regards to your last sentence... is it a plumber who will know? if it is working correctly or if it needs more air"
Nov 17, 2011
Judi Lyall replied to Judi Lyall's discussion What to do... in the group Best Practices (Residential)
"It is 40K DWH w/ 4 in pipe. It is not joined with the FAU temp out side was 72 and clear. Natural draft. The FAU 's output  39000, the DWH is 40000btu. I don't know if there is a clog in the pipe or if I need more make up air or do I…"
Nov 17, 2011

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At 11:31am on December 8, 2010, Nancy Hawkins said…
Hi Judi, This is Nancy Hawkins at ACI. While San Fran is definitely the place to be, you will find that the Energy Upgrade California Conference has a regional focus you will really appreciate. Our website for this event has just been updated, so be sure to check out the presenters and list of sessions being offered. You'll save $100 on your registration fee if you sign up before 12/17. Plan to experience hands-on and classroom sessions on everything from the essentials to program specifics to deep energy strategies. Watch our website for more info soon. Nancy
 
 
 

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