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Resources
Note: Almost all these resources have been copied from other websites; therefore, information may be more current elsewhere. This information is kept here to avoid visiting a variety of websites to get information needed to manage an EarthCraft House project.
EarthCraft House Worksheet Templates (*.xls)
Source http://www.earthcrafthouse.com/resources/builder-guidelines.htm
The Worksheet is ultimately used to certify an EarthCraft House.
Climate Zone 3: Certified
Climate Zone 3: Gold
Climate Zone 3: Platinum
Climate Zone 3: HVAC Contractor
Climate Zone 3: Weatherization Contractor
EarthCraft House Technical Guidelines (*.pdf)
Source http://www.earthcrafthouse.com/resources/builder-guidelines.htm
Theoretically, the Guidelines match the line items in the Worksheet. Currently, the Worksheet has been updated. The guidelines are expected to be in mid 2009. In the meantime, where the guidelines are silent, the Technical Advisors interprets the worksheet in light of the Building Code and green building practices from a variety of programs.
Technical Guidelines
Building Code Amendments (*.pdf)
Source http://www.dca.state.ga.us/development/constructioncodes/programs/codes2.asp
Currently, the Georgia residential Building Code is based on various 2006 International Codes and 2009 National Electrical Code. Each New Years Day codes amendments are issued.
International Residential Code (IRC): 2007 2008 2009
International Energy Conservation Code (IECC): 2007 2008 2009
International Plumbing Code (IPC): 2007 2008 2009
International Mechanical Code (IMC): 2007 2008 2009
National Electrical Code (NEC): 2009
Construction Specification Worksheet (*.pdf)
Source: Southface
To complete a HERS Rating based on plans, the builder needs to specify parameters for windows, insulation, etc.
Construction Specification Worksheet
Thermal Bypass Checklist (*.pdf)
Source: Southface
Southface Energy Institute has modified the Thermal Bypass Checklist for the EarthCraft House program. It is used by the Technical Advisor at the PreDrywall and Final Inspections. If any items are Builder Verified, it is also signed by the builder.
ECH Thermal Bypass Checklist
Manual J Evaluation Guidelines (*.pdf)
Source: http://www.earthcrafthouse.com/builderscorner/builderscorner.htm
ACCA Manual J & S reports are required for each heating and cooling system installed. Manual J is used to size the equipment while Manual S is used to specify the equipment. These reports should be submitted as soon as possible after the Design Review, but no later than the PreDrywall Inspection.
Manual J Evaluation Guidelines
Home InSight Energy Star and EarthCraft House Fee Schedule (*.pdf)
Source: Home InSight
This document is freely made available to builders who are clients. It is sent on request and with the appointment confirmations for the PreDrywall and Final Inspections.
ENERGY STAR Documents (*.pdf)
Source: www.EnergyStar.gov
A variety of useful documents from ENERGY STAR have bee collected, largely because the Worksheet references them.
ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Thermal Bypass Checklist Guide
ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes Performance Path Requirements
ENERGY STAR Qualified Homes National Builder Option Package
ENERGY STAR Indoor Air Package
ENERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package
ENERGY STAR 2011 (*.pdf)
Source: www.EnergyStar.gov
Every EarthCraft House is an ENERGY STAR house. As such, it’s worth keeping up with proposed changes.
ES 2011 Fact Sheet
ES 2011 National Program Requirements
ES 2011 Checklists
Building America Challenge (*.pdf)
Source: http://www1.eere.energy.gov/buildings/challenge/
EarthCraft House Builders who build a house with a HERS Index of 70 or less and certify as Gold or Platinum are expected to comply with the Building America Challenge.
Building America Challenge Criteria
Home InSight Technical Presentations (*.ppt)
Source: Home InSight
From time to time, issues with green-built houses arise. When they do, presentations are prepared to help avoid their occurrence.
9 Factors Affecting HVAC Performance
Building Radon Out (*.pdf)
Source www.EPA.gov
Houses built around the Stone Mountain Area are built in the Energy Protection Agency’s red zone for radon. All of Northwest Georgia is in the gold zone. The rest of Georgia is in the green zone. The Surgeon General of the United States says all houses should be tested for radon. Radon mitigation is cheap if the pipes are roughed in during the building process. Many other EarthCraft House strategies avoid radon too.
Building Radon Out
HERS Rating Tools
Data Collection
Plot Plan
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