Simple Steps to Improve Ductwork Installations

Overview

Length: 1 Hour

Earth Advantage & BetterBuiltNW welcome HVAC contractors, builders, architects and other interested building professionals for this on-demand training to learn about common ductwork installation performance issues that can be easily avoided.

Clients expect high-performance homes that meet their comfort, health, and energy-efficiency expectations, and well-designed and installed modern HVAC systems are vital to success.

A well-performing system starts with a good design but that alone is not a guarantee. Proper duct installation significantly impacts the delivery comfort and energy efficiency. We'll cover topics that include:

• Understanding how to select and install various ducting materials and optimize performance, comfort, and energy efficiency. 
• Common problems of duct installation encountered in the field.
• How to get the best performance from flex duct. 
• Learning about the terms like Equivalent Length of Duct Fittings, Zonal Pressure Relief, the "2-foot" rule, and why it's crucial to comfort.  

This training is an excellent resource for entry-level installers as well as a great refresher for more seasoned technicians alike. We encourage high performance builders to share this training opportunity with their HVAC contractors.

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This online training series is one of the many components of the Sustainable Homes Professional (SHP) online training and designation program designed for the NW region.
Learn more and register today!

Recommended Audience

Architects / Builders / Contractors / Code Officials / Consultants / Engineers / Home Energy Score Assessors / Home Inspectors / Raters / Verifiers / Remodelers / Subcontractors
 

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Continuing Education

OR CCB: 1 CE  
NATE: 1 CE  
AIA LU/HWS: 1 CE  
ICC: 0.1 CEs  
BPI: 0.5 CEs  
OREA: 1 CE 
Earth Advantage Broker Renewal: 1 CE 
Accredited Green Appraiser Renewal: 1 CE 
 

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Trainers

Alex Boetzel | Earth Advantage | View Bio

 

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This training made possible at no cost thanks in part to BetterBuiltNW