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Building Science

Specializing in long term field studies with emphasis on measurement and verification

Our projects evaluate real-world building conditions, assessing overall product durability, product performance in inclement weather and other environmental conditions, and the potential environmental impact of products and materials in various locations and contexts.

cost studies

Cost Studies

Cost Studies

Cost-effective compliance with the complex and stringent energy codes requires an integrated solution tailored to your specific climate region. Our engineers can help you improve the energy performance of your homes without pushing your buyers beyond their financial means.

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Product Manufacturers

Product Manufacturers

We offer specialized field testing for product manufacturers to determine whether performance claims are met under “real life” conditions in occupied buildings. 

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Government Consulting & Services

Government Consulting & Services

We conduct applied research for federal, state, and local government agencies to evaluate construction practices and products, which help policy makers determine what should be incentivized and developed to improve high performance construction practices.

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New Technology Assessment

New Technology Assessment

We evaluate new technologies in construction that may change how we build in the future. We identify barriers to adoption and provide an overview of the pros and cons – from an industry scale to an individual company.  

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Code Approval

Code Approval

Building code changes can present a daunting challenge for builders, product manufacturers and building code officials. We can help evaluate the cost of changes and identify the various ways to comply with the new requirements.

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Long-Term Field Studies

Long-Term Field Studies

Our team conducts comprehensive, on-site testing to monitor the performance, durability, and efficiency of materials and technologies over time, providing invaluable insights to manufacturers, builders, and product developers.

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Building Science Research

Home Innovation Expert reports, design guides, and installation methods

Providing designers, builders, and code officials with the tools needed to move new technologies into mainstream use.

Universal Design & Accessibility

Universal Design & Accessibility

 Resilience

Resilience

 Deep Energy Retrofits

Deep Energy Retrofits

 Indoor Air Quality

Indoor Air Quality

State-of-the-Art Testing Labs

Our Product Lab Testing Facility Will Exceed Your Expectations

Visit Home Innovation’s full-service research campus conveniently located in a suburb of Washington, DC.

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