Years of research led the IRC to make changes that created a new path for vented attics with ducts buried in fibrous insulation. In this video, Dave Mallay of Home Innovation Research Labs (HIRL) explains how the changes came about, discusses the benefits of a buried duct system and walks you through how to comply with the code language.
With this guide from Home Innovation Research Labs (HIRL), you’ll have all the information you need to be able to install buried ducts per the 2018 IRC requirements.
Learn about the performance benefits and cost savings of buried energy efficient ductwork. This brochure explains how the new IRC Code changes for 2018 have given builders a safe, energy efficient and cost-effective alternative to unvented attics with SPF.
High Performance Vented Attics With Buried Ducts
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New Guide On Vented Attics With Buried Ducts
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ICC Code Changes Give Builders More Options
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A February, 2017 Article In Builder On Buried Ducts
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Research From Home Innovation Research Labs
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See What Joe Lstiburek Of Building Science Corporation Has To Say On Buried Ducts
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