HERS Rater Field Inspection & Testing

Question 1

What is the purpose of a blower door test?

Accepted Answer

Detect air infiltration

Answer

Test water pressure

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Measure wall thickness

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Locate thermal bridges

Question 2

Which tool is commonly used to detect insulation gaps?

Accepted Answer

Thermal camera

Answer

Moisture meter

Answer

Blower door

Answer

Duct blaster

Question 3

What is a duct leakage test used for?

Accepted Answer

Determine duct system airtightness

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Check refrigerant level

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Assess air quality

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Measure airflow in return grilles

Question 4

Why is visual inspection important in the HERS rating process?

Accepted Answer

Confirm insulation and sealing quality

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Identify interior design flaws

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Measure lighting levels

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Track worksite cleanliness

Question 5

When should field inspections be conducted in new construction?

Accepted Answer

At rough-in and final stages

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Only before permits

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After landscaping

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During interior painting

Question 6

Which measurement is commonly recorded during a blower door test?

Accepted Answer

CFM50 air leakage

Answer

Voltage flow

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BTU usage

Answer

R-value rating