Spandrel glass should be entered as an "Other" wall type. The gross area of the wall and the overall U-factor of the assembly should be entered. Then the glazing area (overall area minus framing) can be entered with the same overall U factor. The...
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Category: building envelope
If multiple users are putting information into COMcheck, each may fill out the appropriate section independently. However, all sections of the building must show compliance to the same code or standard (e.g., cannot show envelope compliance to IECC...
Category: lighting
Exemptions and allowances for lighting are an option that must be activated in COMcheck. To activate the exemptions and allowances, take the following steps:Select either the Interior Lighting or Exterior Lighting Tab Go to the Options menu and...
Category: addition, alteration
COMcheck determines compliance for additions in the same manner as new construction. When entering an addition, only the new portions of the building need to be shown in the software. COMcheck will perform trade-offs between envelope assemblies...
Category: lighting
The following steps should be used to account for LED lighting in COMcheck:Choose Incandescent Choose Other in the Lamp Description column Enter lamps per fixture, number of fixtures, and wattage Double click on the component label and edit the...
A performance approach (also known as a systems performance approach) allows you to compare your proposed design to a baseline or reference design and demonstrate that the proposed design is at least as efficient as the baseline in terms of annual...