Typically, a home energy rater will conduct duct leakage tests and leakage tests on the home’s building envelope in accordance with energy codes. ACCA has proposed adding a code exception to conduct an airflow balancing procedure instead, thus giving contractors an opportunity to provide a more valuable service.
David C. Bixby has been active in HVAC industry codes and standards for 35 years and is currently secretary for the ACCA Codes Committee.
Latest posts by David Bixby (see all)
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- ACCA Fights and Wins at Code Hearings - April 16, 2024
- PULL A PERMIT & PROVE IT: ACCA Improves the HVAC Plan Review Form - March 25, 2024