HERS Rater Field Inspection & Testing

Question 1

What is the purpose of a blower door test?

Accepted Answer

Detect air infiltration

Answer

A blower door test measures air leakage in a home to evaluate airtightness and identify areas needing sealing.

Question 2

Which tool is commonly used to detect insulation gaps?

Accepted Answer

Thermal camera

Answer

Thermal imaging cameras help inspectors identify missing or poorly installed insulation by revealing heat patterns.

Question 3

What is a duct leakage test used for?

Accepted Answer

Determine duct system airtightness

Answer

A duct leakage test identifies leaks in a duct system to assess efficiency and improve HVAC performance.

Question 4

Why is visual inspection important in the HERS rating process?

Accepted Answer

Confirm insulation and sealing quality

Answer

Visual inspection confirms that construction and installation details meet energy efficiency standards.

Question 5

When should field inspections be conducted in new construction?

Accepted Answer

At rough-in and final stages

Answer

Field inspections are typically conducted at rough-in and final stages to verify installation practices and energy features.

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