Understanding Vapor Diffusion in Wall Assemblies

Vapor Diffusion and Condensation Control for Commercial Wall Assemblies

Guide to Near Net Zero Residential Buildings

NRCan Foundation Level Exam Candidate Handbook

EnerGuide Rating System Candidate Exam Handbook Version 15.3 January 2017

A Guide to Insulated HVAC Systems

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

High Performance Assemblies

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

Build Smart - Canada's Buildings Strategy

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

Tips on Saving Money & Energy at Home

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

Mid-Rise Wood Construction Solutions Guide

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

Air Sealing - Seal Air Leaks and Save Energy

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

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.

Deep Energy Retrofit - Builder Guide

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

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

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

Fiber Glass Duct Board Fabrication

A video series for professional contractors

BSI-049 Confusion About Diffusion

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

Why Air Seal and Insulate?

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

Installing Batt Insulation Video Series

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

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

Problem Areas and Solutions

Airtightness Testing

Installing Insulation

Insulation and Air Sealing Control Layers

Building Science Fundamentals

BSI-095 How Buildings Age

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

Do's and Don't's of Duct Cleaning

No one knows whether the dust in your air ducts can cause adverse health effects or whether having them cleaned will imp

How Come Double Vapor Barriers Work?

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

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

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