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Wednesday, February 8, 2012

Wall & Roof Insulation

Wall & Roof Insulation: from Reed Construction Data, James Armstrong, CPE, CEM, LEED AP

Adding insulation to an existing building is the simplest of all measures and one that homeowners have been practicing for years. The building’s insulation value is increased to a point where its thermal energy is contained, and the impact of outside environmental conditions on interior conditions is reduced. This approach has a limited opportunity in commercial facilities due to the volume of fresh air they require. Selecting appropriate insulation for a new, sustainable building is key to strategies to reduce energy use.

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