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There are so many factors to consider when building to passive house standards, especially when picking the right windows.
To assist you in this task, here is a list of 8 questions to ask your window manufacturer to be sure your windows are performing the best they can be for your home:
1. Ask to see the temperature factor data sheet (fRsi). If a window has a temperature factor declaration, they should have a data sheet they can show you.
2. Ask for warm edge spacers, which are typically plastic. Avoid metals like aluminum or stainless steel as much as possible.
3. Ask which climate ratings are best for the climate in which your project will be built.
4. Beware! Most manufacturers quote low Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) by default, but if you are in a heating-dominated climate, you will want higher solar gain at least on the south elevation. So be sure to ask what SHGC they use in their quote.
5. Double check! This is important enough to state twice. Before confirming the order, ask again - what SHGC are they planning to send you? If you need high solar gain for your climate and they send you low, your heating demands will increase - double-check before the order is confirmed.
6. Ask for gas fill in your windows. It is worth it. If you have heard the myth that gas fill only lasts a few years, that is not true. There is only minimal performance loss over time for a gas-filled window.
7. Ask how much gas they put in the window. If they say 100%, they can`t be trusted. Gas fill is generally at 90-95%, so look for that answer.
8. Manufacturers are often unfamiliar with frame grades, so ask to see the ph certificate or data sheet.
We hope this helps you in your search for the perfect windows. Reach out if you have more questions!
Shout out to @emubldgscience for the inspiration for these questions.
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Attention to detail is crucial for achieving a fully sealed building envelope. Seamless integration around structural elements, penetrations, and claddings is also key.
Here are the essential air barrier details from our friends at Siga, mapped out for success:
A: Wall-to-roof connections
B: Proper membrane overlaps
C: Sealed fenestrations
D: Secure cladding attachments
E: Effective flashing integration
F: Seamless cantilevered floors
G: Penetration sealing
H: Foundation-to-wall integrity
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#darngoodhaus #airtight #airtightness #buildingenvelope #buildingtechnology
We know that using products in home construction that meet passive house standards saves energy over products that meet local building codes. But have you ever tried to visualize exactly how much power that is?
Our friends at @AlpenHPP calculated that all the windows they have shipped since 2019 have saved 76,402,108 kBTUs of energy over windows that meet code. That is a big number! To visualize it, that is the equivalent of:
π Driving around the earth over 618 times
π Retiring 30 railcars of coal
ποΈ Covering over 2,378 skyscraper footprints with trees
All of the small decisions by homeowners and builders to install energy-efficient windows have enormously impacted our planet.
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Purchasing windows can be overwhelming. Thatβs why weβve done the legwork to only carry the top-performing lines for homeowners and contractors who care about the best performance and energy savings over time. We know the ins and outs of high-performance windows and are happy to help you find the right pick for your project!
Read this month`s blog to learn why we strongly recommend Alpen windows and what π€ tax incentives are available when adding high-performing windows to your home.
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Are you curious about your home`s performance in terms of energy efficiency? Even without access to thermal imaging, there are ways to tell if your house is not as energy-efficient as you`d like. Look out for these 5 red flags:
π© Air Leaks
π© Ice Buildup
π© Mold Growth
π© Drafty Spaces
π© Excess Condensation
Even if your home meets standard codes, you could still see some of these issues. This is unacceptable in a Passive House. If you spot any of these issues, consider exploring Passive House solutions for a cozier, healthier living space. Have you got one or more of these red flags? Let`s chat about ways to tackle them.
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Did you know that leaky windows are noisier than high-performance windows? It`s true! Sound readily travels through air, so when you have a high-performance, air-tight window, this blocks out unwanted noise.
Ask us about our lines of high-performance windows and the results our clients have been experiencing.
Design + build firm: @bonsaidesignbuild
Windows: @AlpenHPP
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