Duct Blaster Certification
Upon successful completion of this course technicians will receive retrotecs manufacturers certificate which qualifies them to operate the retrotec duct testing system.
Duct blaster certification. Does your new construction or retrofit project meet the new nc and sc energy code requirements. The worlds leading manufacturer of building diagnostic tools. As you already know the integrity of duct systems is very important in maximizing energy efficiency and savings. A duct blaster test helps to determine if ductwork is correctly installed.
Bpi infiltration and duct leakage or bpi idl is a standalone certification that emphasizes proper handling of energy auditing equipment and you heard it here first. Leaky ductwork can increase utility costs in a home by as much as 30. Earning the infiltration and duct leakage idl certification is a simple comprehensive and affordable way for builders remodelers hvac insulation and other contractors to gain the skills needed to offer duct leakage and blower door tests in compliance with iecc codes for new home construction or existing home remodels. Verification can take place via either a post construction test or a rough in test.
Duct and envelope tightness det verification this course is bpi recognized for 4 ceu credits energy codes in various jurisdictions require residential building performance verification by certified building science professionals including those with det verification certifications. We provide nc and sc duct blaster and blower door certifications. This course is recognized in numerous states and counties as certification to complete a test on a residential duct system. Repairs metal ducts secured with screws flex duct interior and exterior liners secured with nylon straps or steel band clamps ducts are supported and off the ground boots are mechanically fastened to floorceiling plenum main ducts takeoffs and boots.
Both the 2009 and 2012 iecc require duct tightness to be verified. For the post construction test leakage measurement must be made across the entire system including the manufacturers air handler enclosure. Duct leakage testing finds defects in ductwork which can hurt the efficiency of an hvac system. Retrotec has been manufacturing blower door and duct testing equipment for over 30 years.
To have an energy efficient home all systems must operate at peak performance. The building performance institute bpi has announced a new certification focused specifically on blower door and duct blaster concepts.