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Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with

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Advanced Energy Corporation, under contract with Owens Corning Insulating Systems, LLC has developed this

document to help Builders, Contractors, and Home Energy Raters understand how fi berglass batt insulation

can be installed to achieve a “Grade 1” rating. The installation quality rating system is part of the Mortgage

Industry National Home Energy Ratings Standard (MINHERS), maintained by the Residential Energy Services

Network (RESNET). The insulation installation grade—1, 2 or 3—is a factor in calculating a home’s overall home

energy rating, and a Grade 1 rating is required in many of the high performance home or above-code programs

such as ENERGY STAR® Certifi ed New Home and the DOE Challenge Home.

Home Energy Raters can use this document to understand how fi berglass batts are an option for builders

and contractors looking for Grade 1 quality insulation. During the planning or plan review stages, the Home

Energy Rater should use this document to educate the Certifi ed New Home builders and contractors on the

correct installation methods.

Builders may use this document as an internal Quality Control (QC) process for achieving Grade 1 insulation

every time without additional visits from the insulation contractors and re-inspections from the Home Energy

Rater. The process provides a way for the builder and contractor to identify any issues with framing and/or

air barrier alignment prior to beginning their work. In addition it clearly lists the insulation requirements in the

Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist. Instead of sifting through the numerous line items of the checklist,

this document specifi cally addresses what the insulators will be responsible for onsite with regards to ENERGY

STAR® Certifi ed New Home requirements.

Contractors may fi nd this document especially useful to ensure correct installation of fi berglass batts in

accordance with Grade 1 criteria. The process and critical detail sheets give a specifi c checklist for insulation

contractors that simplifi es what they are responsible for in the ENERGY STAR® process and also illustrates

those specifi cations through pictures. These references are very useful to have in the fi eld as the job is being

completed. Also on the checklist is a list of critical details that need to be accomplished from the framer before

the insulator begins work. Understanding these requirements will be valuable in the process and will help

eliminate the need for re-inspection or rework for all subcontractors working on ENERGY STAR® Certifi ed New

Home new homes.

Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsAbout

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Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsTable of Contents

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NO GAPS/VOIDS—Insulation is installed without gaps/voids. Insulation material is in full contact with all sides of the cavity. Insulation is cut/split around blocking, plumbing, HVAC and electrical components (TERC 2, 3, 4.3)

NO COMPRESSIONS/MISALIGNMENTS—Insulation is installed without misalignments/compressions. Insulation material is in full contact with all sides of the cavity. Insulation is cut/split around blocking, plumbing, HVAC and electrical components (TERC 2, 3, 4.3)



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Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsInsulation Critical Details

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Critical DetailsA visual guide identifying both the correct and incorrect procedures for installing fi berglass batts.

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Ideal Installation of InsulationProperly installed insulation consists of insulation framed on all six sides, including top and bottom plates, rigid backing, and sheathing. Ensure that framing is correctly installed prior to the start of insulation.

What is Grade 1 insulation?(From the RESNET Mortgage Industry National HERS Standards)

General“Grade 1” installation requires that the insulation material uniformly fills each cavity side-to-side and top-to-bottom, without substantial gaps or voids around obstructions (such as blocking or bridging), and is split, installed, and/or fitted tightly around wiring and other services in the cavity.”

Walls

substantial contact with the sheathing material on at least one side (interior or exterior) of the cavity. [Exception: the interior sheathing/enclosure material is optional in climate zones 1–3, provided insulation is adequately supported and meets all other requirements]

side-stapled tabs, provided the tabs are stapled neatly (no buckling), and provided the batt is only compressed at the edges of each cavity, to the depth of the tab itself, and provided it meets the other requirements of Grade 1.

thickness, are acceptable for Grade 1.

Rim/Band Joists

[Exception: the interior sheathing/enclosure material is optional in all climate zones, provided insulation is adequately supported and meets all other requirements]

Floors

surfaces it is intended to insulate.

(vented or unvented) crawl spaces need not be enclosed to

ambient conditions does.

How do raters Inspect Insulation?Home Energy Raters are required to inspect, probe in, around, or through the insulation and/or vapor retarder in several places to see whether these requirements are met.

During inspection, insulation and vapor retarders may be cut or pulled away so Home Energy Raters can see installation details. Home Energy Raters should replace or repair the vapor retarder and insulation as necessary. During inspection (typically before drywall is installed), if the exterior sheathing is visible from the building interior through gaps in the cavity insulation material, it is not considered a “Grade 1” installation.

For rim or band joist insulation, use the inspection guidelines

or “Grade 3” installation.

Exception: the interior sheathing/enclosure material is optional in all climate zones, provided insulation is adequately supported and meets all other requirements.

Properly installed inset-stapled fiberglass insulation, resulting in a Grade 1 rating.

Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsInsulation Awareness

Progression of installments from least ideal to most successful (above):1. No top or bottom plate and no backing

2. Bottom plate, but no top plate and no backing

3. Top and bottom plate, but no backing

4. Top and bottom plate, includes backing (best design)

1 2 3 4Insulation Awareness SheetA brief description of the RESNET installation grading criteria and how the inspection is conducted.

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Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with Fiberglass BattsInsulation Checklist

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1Top and bottom plates of all exterior walls and party/common walls (ALL fl oors), and vertical members at foundation step downs are sealed or gasketed

2There is both a top and bottom plate installed at every knee wall (TERC 2, 3.1.3, 5.2.2)

3All knee walls are backed with a rigid material or other supporting material (e.g. wall to attic, skylight shaft, wall to porch roof, staircase to attic) (TERC 2, 3.1.3)

4 All shafts/chases are capped (TERC 5.1.1)

5All fl oor system cavities between conditioned areas and unconditioned areas (e.g. fl oor/garages, bonus rooms/attic, cantilevers, porch/fl oor) are separated by blocking and air sealed (TERC 3.2)

6 Work site is clean prior to beginning work

* Proceed without detail being corrected

Stop work until detail is corrected

Builder’s Signature _______________________________________ Date ___________

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1Insulation is installed without gaps/voids or misalignments/compressions. Insulation material is in full contact with all sides of the cavity. Insulation is cut/split around blocking, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical components (TERC 2, 3, 4.3)

2Framed fl oor cavities shall be completely fi lled with insulation or insulation is installed to maintain permanent contact with the sub-fl oor decking (e.g. bonus room fl oor, crawl space, cantilever) (TERC 3.2)

3Insulate any overhanging fl oor cavities before closing them in with rigid sheathing(TERC 3.2.2)

4Insulation is installed behind showers, tubs, staircases, and fi replaces on exterior, attic, and party walls and rigid sheathing or other supporting material is installed to hold insulation in place (TERC 2, 3.1)

5Access panels to attic/kneewall, drop down stairs, and whole-house fans are weather stripped and insulated to the same R-value as the surrounding area when possible (min R-10) (TERC 5.3)

6 Work site is clean after work is complete.

Installer Signature _______________________________________________________ Date ______________________ print name signature

Company Name _________________________________________________________ Builder’s Job # ______________

The sub-contractor who signs and completes this form is doing so to the best of his/her knowledge and should not be held legally responsible for work completed by other organizations. The intent of this form is to ensure job sites are ready prior to beginning work.

What is the insulation checklist?The insulation checklist serves as a guide for the Builder, insulation Installer and Rater, to ensure the Grade 1 requirements are met. The “PRE-CHECK” section covers all preparation work—proper framing details, shafts and chases capped, knee walls backed and all air blocking/sealing has been done. The Builder and Installer should review this together to identify any missing or incomplete work. The “SELF-CHECK” section covers all the insulation installation details. The Installer should be familiar with these details beforehand, and use this to review his/her work when fi nished.

*All “TESRC” references refer to the ENERGY STAR® Version 3.0 (Rev. 07) Thermal Enclosure System Checklist.

Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with Fiberglass BattsIntroducing Checklist

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The “Pre-check” section lists all of the framing and air sealing details required before insulation installation begins.

This section lists all requirements of the Installer to ensure Grade 1 RESNET rating.

Check these boxes when each detail has been completed.

Introducing Insulation ChecklistDiagrammatic explanation of the Insulation Checklist, and how to best use this document.

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Insulation ChecklistA helpful job site tool in two parts (1) a “Pre-check” to ensure the builder has completed the necessary pre-work and (2) a “Self-check” for the installation crew to review their work.

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Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsIntroducing Critical Details

What Are Critical Details?Critical Details serve as a visual reference for each of the line items of the Insulation Checklist. They are great tools for carrying in the fi eld when clarifi cation is needed. Together, the Insulation Checklist and the Critical Details serve as a process for ensuring that all aspects of the Energy Star® requirements are met, and the jobs will consistently receive a Grade 1 rating for insulation.

This image illustrates the correct installation of Grade 1 rated insulation.

A brief description of the issues being addressed in each detail. The number corresponds to the details listed in the“Self-Check.”

This image illustrates an improper installation of insulation, unable to earn a Grade 1 rating.

The red arrows indicate the location of the error, preventing a Grade 1 rating.

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Ideal Installation of InsulationProperly installed insulation consists of insulation framed on all six sides, including top and bottom plates, rigid backing, and sheathing. Ensure that framing is correctly installed prior to the start of insulation.

What is Grade 1 insulation?(From the RESNET Mortgage Industry National HERS Standards)

General“Grade 1” installation requires that the insulation material uniformly fi lls each cavity side-to-side and top-to-bottom, without substantial gaps or voids around obstructions (such as blocking or bridging), and is split, installed, and/or fi tted tightly around wiring and other services in the cavity.”

Walls• Insulation shall be enclosed on all six sides, and shall be in

substantial contact with the sheathing material on at least one side (interior or exterior) of the cavity. [Exception: the interior sheathing/enclosure material is optional in climate zones 1–3, provided insulation is adequately supported and meets all other requirements]

• For faced batt insulation, Grade 1 can be designated for side-stapled tabs, provided the tabs are stapled neatly (no buckling), and provided the batt is only compressed at the edges of each cavity, to the depth of the tab itself, and provided it meets the other requirements of Grade 1.

• Compression or incomplete fi ll amounting to 2% or less, if the empty spaces are less than 30% of the intended fi ll thickness, are acceptable for Grade 1.

Rim/Band Joists• Use the same inspection guidelines listed for WALLS.

[Exception: the interior sheathing/enclosure material is optional in all climate zones, provided insulation is adequately supported and meets all other requirements]

Floors• Grade 1 installation of fl oor insulation requires that the

insulation be installed in complete contact with the subfl oor surfaces it is intended to insulate.

• Floor insulation over unconditioned basements or enclosed (vented or unvented) crawl spaces need not be enclosed to attain a Grade 2 or Grade 1 assessment; fl oor insulation over ambient conditions does.

How do raters Inspect Insulation?Home Energy Raters are required to inspect, probe in, around, or through the insulation and/or vapor retarder in several places to see whether these requirements are met.

During inspection, insulation and vapor retarders may be cut or pulled away so Home Energy Raters can see installation details. Home Energy Raters should replace or repair the vapor retarder and insulation as necessary. During inspection (typically before drywall is installed), if the exterior sheathing is visible from the building interior through gaps in the cavity insulation material, it is not considered a “Grade 1” installation.

For rim or band joist insulation, use the inspection guidelines under “Walls—Insulation value” to assess “Grade 1”, “Grade 2”, or “Grade 3” installation.

Exception: the interior sheathing/enclosure material is optional in all climate zones, provided insulation is adequately supported and meets all other requirements.

Properly installed inset-stapled fi berglass insulation, resulting in a Grade 1 rating.

Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsInsulation Awareness

Progression of installments from least ideal to most successful (above):1. No top or bottom plate and no backing

2. Bottom plate, but no top plate and no backing

3. Top and bottom plate, but no backing

4. Top and bottom plate, includes backing (best design)

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What is the insulation checklist?The insulation checklist serves as a guide for the Builder, insulation Installer and Rater, to ensure the Grade 1 requirements are met. The “PRE-CHECK” section covers all preparation work—proper framing details, shafts and chases capped, knee walls backed and all air blocking/sealing has been done. The Builder and Installer should review this together to identify any missing or incomplete work. The “SELF-CHECK” section covers all the insulation installation details. The Installer should be familiar with these details beforehand, and use this to review his/her work when fi nished.

*All “TESRC” references refer to the ENERGY STAR® Version 3.0 (Rev. 07) Thermal Enclosure System Checklist.

Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsIntroducing Checklist

The “Pre-check” section lists all of the framing and air sealing details required before insulation installation begins.

This section lists all requirements of the Installer to ensure Grade 1 RESNET rating.

Check these boxes when each detail has been completed.

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3Insulate any overhanging fl oor cavities before closing them in with rigid sheathing(TERC 3.2.2)

4Insulation is installed behind showers, tubs, staircases, and fi replaces on exterior, attic, and party walls and rigid sheathing or other supporting material is installed to hold insulation in place (TERC 2, 3.1)


6 Work site is clean after work is complete.





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Achieving Grade 1 Insulation with PINK® FIBERGLAS™ BattsIntroducing Critical Details

What Are Critical Details?Critical Details serve as a visual reference for each of the line items of the Insulation Checklist. They are great tools for carrying in the fi eld when clarifi cation is needed. Together, the Insulation Checklist and the Critical Details serve as a process for ensuring that all aspects of the Energy Star® requirements are met, and the jobs will consistently receive a Grade 1 rating for insulation.

This image illustrates the correct installation of Grade 1 rated insulation.

A brief description of the issues being addressed in each detail. The number corresponds to the details listed in the“Self-Check.”

This image illustrates an improper installation of insulation, unable to earn a Grade 1 rating.

The red arrows indicate the location of the error, preventing a Grade 1 rating.


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