Understanding Vapor Diffusion in Wall Assemblies

Vapor Diffusion and Condensation Control for Commercial Wall Assemblies

A Guide to Insulated HVAC Systems

EFFICIENT AIR DELIVERY OCCUPANT COMFORT IMPROVED AIR QUALITY QUIET, COST EFFECTIVE ENERGY CONSERVATION

Guide to Near Net Zero Residential Buildings

NRCan Foundation Level Exam Candidate Handbook

EnerGuide Rating System Candidate Exam Handbook Version 15.3 January 2017

High Performance Assemblies

This Guide describes the layering and materials involved in high-performance wall, floor and roof assemblies.

Case Study: A Builder Perspective

Builders’ Top Choice for a Reason. It’s the insulation used in 90% of current U.S. homes.

Build Smart - Canada's Buildings Strategy

A Key Driver of the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change

7 Building Essentials

How do you know what really matters if you want to build a good quality home? There is no shortage of opinion about how you sho

Deep Energy Retrofit - Builder Guide

The purpose of this guide is to provide useful examples of high performance retrofit techniques.

Attic Access Hatches: Seal and Insulate

Attic Access Hatches, Batt Installation, Ventilation Baffles, Ventilation Chutes, Floors Insulation & Knee Walls

Fiber Glass Case Study: A Contractor Perspective

When The Topic Is Performance. The Focus Is Fiber Glass.

Maximizing Productivity with Fiber Glass Insulation

Fiber glass and mineral wool enable you to quickly and completely insulate almost any structure.

How the BC Energy Step Code Works

The BC Energy Step Code is the product of a multi-year collaboration among local governments, industry stakeholders, utilities, an

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

Air Sealing - Seal Air Leaks and Save Energy

Air leakage, or infiltration, is outside air that enters a house uncontrollably through cracks and openings.

Mid-Rise Wood Construction Solutions Guide

The Mid-Rise Wood Construction Solutions Guide identifies several common locations where ROCKWOOL insulation can be used

Fiber Glass Duct Board Fabrication

A video series for professional contractors

Installing Batt Insulation Video Series

This is our 3-part proper installation video series with Spanish subtitles.

Why Air Seal and Insulate?

What are the benefits of air sealing and insulation in your home?

BSI-095 How Buildings Age

Building Science Corp. resident realist, Dr. Joe Lstiburek, examines what happens to buildings that are overly thirsty.

4 Strengths of Top-Performing Builders

Mike Benshoof reveals the fundamental elements that top-performing builders use to grow their businesses.

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.

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

Energy Rating System Programs

Materials, Tools, and Equipment

Problem Areas and Solutions

Airtightness Testing

Installing Insulation

Insulation Job Preparation

Insulation and Air Sealing Control Layers

Building Science Fundamentals

Tips on Saving Money & Energy at Home

Get started with things you can do now, and use the whole-house approach.

How Come Double Vapor Barriers Work?

The most famous “double vapor barrier” of them all is a classic compact flat roof.

BSI-049 Confusion About Diffusion

Article by Joe Lstiburek of Building Science Corp - buildingscience.com

All About Spray Foam Insulation

Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation solves building insulation design problems because it combines proven thermal protect

Passive House - Five Principles in Plain English

This Guide reviews the Five Main Principles of Passive House construction and explains what they mean in plain language.

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.

The 3 Smart Enclosure Tiers

The Smart Enclosure System is broken into Three Tiers of performance.

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