Posted by on December 19, 2013 Student Design Teams "Race to Zero" in DOE's Challenge Home Competition Discover how the DOE Challenge Home Competition inspires students to design energy-efficient homes, fostering innovation in modern building technologies and green methods. Continue Reading
Posted by Ed Hudson, MBA on July 18, 2013 Cost is Not Always King: Builders Look for Value When Increasing R-Value Builders weigh cost vs. value when boosting wall R-values. Explore trends in framing, insulation, and foam sheathing to meet energy efficiency goals. Continue Reading
Posted by on January 31, 2013 How Wet is Too Wet? Explore how varying moisture levels impact wood-based wall assemblies, with data from a five-year study on decay thresholds, mold growth, and building durability. Continue Reading
Posted by on November 22, 2012 'Tis the Season for (Percent Energy) Savings Understand energy code savings with Home Innovation's methodology. Learn how heating, cooling, and water heating reductions translate into tangible residential energy savings. Continue Reading
Posted by on November 8, 2012 When You're Hot, You're Hot Home Innovation Labs’ advanced hot box testing, accredited for ASTM C1363, evaluates entire building systems for thermal performance, supporting innovative energy solutions. Continue Reading
Posted by Ed Hudson, MBA on October 25, 2012 Building Product Market Opps: Attics & Crawlspaces Explore insights into unvented attics and crawlspaces, with trends on insulation choices and regional adoption driving energy-efficient home solutions. Continue Reading
Posted by on October 18, 2012 Deck the Walls with Insulation Optimize energy efficiency with proper wall insulation. Explore framing, exterior insulation, and cavity options for structural, thermal, and cost-effective solutions. Continue Reading
Posted by on August 30, 2012 Bound for Net Zero Net-zero energy homes, using advanced building science, reduce heating, cooling, and water heating demands, aligning with green construction trends. Continue Reading
Posted by on August 2, 2012 Don't Get Caught in A Tight Spot - Pay Attention to Air Sealing Meet 2012 IECC air sealing standards with ACH50 below 3. Precision matters—Home Innovation Labs offers testing to ensure compliance and airtight efficiency. Continue Reading
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