Buried Ducts: A How-To

We’ve gathered all the info you need to be able to install buried ducts correctly. This guide from Home Innovation Research Labs (HIRL) tells you everything you need to know in order to properly employ this practice per the 2018 IRC requirements.

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Buried Ducts: How-To
BuriedDucts: What The Value?

What’s the Value?

Builders now have a safe, efficient and cost-effective alternative to insulating attics with SPF. Learn about all the performance benefits of buried energy efficient ductwork and the cost savings it can create with this handy brochure.

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Understanding the Code Changes and the Benefits

What led to the IRC changes, creating a new path for vented attics with ducts buried in fibrous insulation? Dave Mallay of Home Innovation Research Labs (HIRL) explains the research, the benefits of a buried duct system and how to comply with the code language.

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Other resources to learn more about buried ducts

Articles

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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Additional Resources

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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