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NRCan Foundation Level Exam Candidate Handbook
EnerGuide Rating System Candidate Exam Handbook Version 15.3
January 2017
How to Make Your Home More Energy Efficient
Wasting energy isn't just bad for the environment, it is also bad for your wallet. And while making your home more energy efficien
Installing Batt Insulation Video Series
This is our 3-part proper installation video series with Spanish subtitles.
Understanding Vapor Diffusion in Wall Assemblies
Vapor Diffusion and Condensation Control for Commercial Wall Assemblies
Mid-Rise Wood Construction Solutions Guide
The Mid-Rise Wood Construction Solutions Guide identifies several common locations where ROCKWOOL insulation can be used
25 Checkpoints for Inspecting Insulation Jobs
This card is intended to provide useful guidance to inspectors, builders and contractors on how to improve the quality o
Attic Access Hatches: Seal and Insulate
Attic Access Hatches, Batt Installation, Ventilation Baffles, Ventilation Chutes, Floors Insulation & Knee Walls
Maximizing Productivity with Fiber Glass Insulation
Fiber glass and mineral wool enable you to quickly and completely insulate almost any structure.
Fiber Glass Case Study: A Contractor Perspective
When The Topic Is Performance. The Focus Is Fiber Glass.
Case Study: A Builder Perspective
Builders’ Top Choice for a Reason. It’s the insulation used in 90% of current U.S. homes.
Fiber Glass Duct Board Fabrication
A video series for professional contractors
4 Steps to Prevent Excess Moisture in New Homes
Building Scientist Joe Lstiburek talks about the four things builders can do to prevent excess moisture.
4 Strengths of Top-Performing Builders
Mike Benshoof reveals the fundamental elements that top-performing builders use to grow their businesses.
Mineral Fiber Building Installation
Fiber glass and rock and slag wool insulations are the most widely used insulation products on the market. Their proven
The Construction Process
An outline of the typical construction process today, based in a single-family home.
Renovation Planning, Design, and Budget
This is your introduction to the renovation process – how it works, how to get prepared, “who's who” in terms of c
Fiber Glass Loose Fill Insulation
Fiber Glass Loose Fill Insulation
What's the difference between R-Value and U-Value?
Learn about the measurement of heat flow and why it matters to have MORE R-Value and LESS U-Value.
The 3 Smart Enclosure Tiers
The Smart Enclosure System is broken into Three Tiers of performance.
INTRODUCTION and Content Review
This introductory module reviews the content of the Insulation and Air Sealing Manual, and the structure of NAIMA Canada.
What is a BUILDING ENVELOPE SPECIALIST?
This guide describes the job of a Building Envelope Specialist - scope of work, materials and tools used and path toward
What is an INSULATION CONTRACTOR?
This Guide describes the role of an Insulation Contractor in new and retrofit construction.
Insulation Sector Roadmap
The Insulation Sector Roadmap provides input into the broader, cross-sector Home Performance Industry Roadmap.
High Performance Assemblies
This Guide describes the layering and materials involved in high-performance wall, floor and roof assemblies.
NBC Intro to Thermal Insulation and Energy Efficiency Code Requirements
This Training Module provides an overview of the Insulation and Energy Efficiency requirements found in the National Bui
Insulate and Airseal: The Rules of Engagement
Welcome to Insulate and Airseal! This Guide explains how to make best use of the hub.
Why is air-tight bulding important?
A clear explanation of the importance of air tightness in residential construction.
7 Smart Enclosure Principles
The Smart Enclosure principles are fundamental decision-making guidelines for the building design process.
475 Walk Through - Masonry Retrofit Smart Enclosure
475 On Site - Bellwether Craftsman, Vermont, USA
High Performance timber frame building enclosure.
Understanding Continuous Air Barrier Systems
An air barrier is only as good as its installation. Here's why...
Article by John Bleasby, Canadian Contractor.ca
BC Housing - Best Practices - Health and Safety Considerations
This guide outlines important considerations for health and safety when planning and coordinating a home retrofit projec
BC Housing - Best Practices - Initial Assessments
This guide describes some considerations when performing the initial assessment of a retrofit project with a focus on ho
BC Housing - Best Practices - Topping Up Existing Insulation
This guide outlines some important factors for consideration when topping up existing insulation, to avoid causing any u
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