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Duct Leakage Testing

March 20, 2020January 10, 2022

Duct leakage testing helps to make sure that ducts are properly sealed to create an energy efficient, comfortable, and healthy […]

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Energy Rating Index

June 11, 2020January 10, 2022

Newly constructed residential buildings in Illinois have three paths for compliance. This energy code smart tip explores the basics of […]

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Slab Insulation

September 28, 2020January 10, 2022

Slabs can be big culprits for energy loss from heat that is conducted outward and through the perimeter of the […]

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Below-grade Insulation

December 17, 2020January 10, 2022

Check out our new Energy Code Smart Tip for below-grade insulation! What insulation is required for below-grade walls? On the […]

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Manual J Load Sizing

April 7, 2021January 10, 2022

Check out SEDAC’s Energy Code Smart Tip on Manual J Load Sizing. Learn about why modern buildings need Manual J […]

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Energy Code Benefits for Contractors

September 22, 2021January 10, 2022

A common myth is that energy codes are bad for the construction industry. In fact, energy codes have many benefits […]

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Increasing Energy Code Compliance

January 29, 2020August 24, 2020

Illinois law requires all new commercial and residential construction projects to comply with a statewide energy conservation code. The current […]

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How COVID-19 is Affecting Code Officials

May 5, 2020May 12, 2020

How is the COVID-19 pandemic impacting the work that code officials do? Will the pandemic impact compliance with the Energy […]

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