If a property owner is considering an upgrade to improve energy efficiency, a building envelope inspection is recommended first.
Designing a building with an efficient envelope from the start is the optimal solution, but the business case is often favorable for upgrades in existing properties. However, before proceeding with any building upgrade, the recommended first step is identifying deficiencies in the existing envelope.
Tools on ContinuousInsulation.org:
- Continuous Insulation for Commerical Buildings
- Continuous Insulation for Residential Buildings
- Steel and Wood Frame Wall Calculators
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