Heat Pump Operation and Occupant Comfort
As more and more heat pumps are installed in new homes and retrofits, we’ve had an increase in questions from homeowners and tenants about how to correctly operate the equipment.
As more and more heat pumps are installed in new homes and retrofits, we’ve had an increase in questions from homeowners and tenants about how to correctly operate the equipment.
Whether developed by private design firms or offered free to the public by building departments, pre-approved plans help property owners with affordable, quick turnaround solutions at the front counter.
Although the 2022 Title 24 code came into effect January 1, 2023, the Energy Code Coach service continuously receives inquiries regarding solar and battery requirements for New Construction Nonresidential projects.
Last month, we highlighted the use of Residential Forms for permitting. Expanding on this challenging area of energy code compliance, this month, we are focusing on the use of CF1R and related forms for occupancy.
When submitting a new construction residential project for permit in California, the project team will typically submit a CF-1R form to show compliance with the California Energy Code (Title 24 Part 6).
Under the Residential Energy Code, new construction, variable capacity heat pumps (VCHP), commonly known as “mini-splits” are potentially available for a Title 24 ‘energy credit’ under the Performance Method, but there are several requirements that require attention.
The Energy Storage System (ESS) Ready requirements are a new Mandatory Measure for new construction single family residences with one or two dwelling units.
There are four common types of water heater used in residential construction; each has their pros and cons of course, but what does the 2022 Energy Code think of hot water?
We can all agree fresh and filtered air is important to our health and wellbeing.
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is an important part of today’s Gas vs Electric appliance debate.