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Example House in REScheck Exercise
Given the information about the house provided in the previous section:
- Start REScheck or REScheck-Web and input the house as a new project.
- The house is located in Hickman, Kentucky.
- You need to demonstrate compliance with the 2000 IECC.
[Note that the REScheck software does not require inputs related to the general requirements as it is assumed those requirements (listed in the Inspection Checklist) have already been satisfied.]
This additional information is also provided to help you complete the example:
| Component | Construction | Insulation | Gross Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roof/Ceiling | Prefab wood trusses @ 24" o.c. | R-30 | ? |
| Walls | Wood frame @ 16" o.c. | R-13 | ? |
| Floor | 2x10 wood floor joists @ 16" o.c. | R-19 | ? |
| Windows | Vinyl Double Frame | U-factor = 0.4 | ? |
| Door | Solid Entry Door | U-factor = 0.6 | 20 sf |
Your project screen should look like this:
The house complies with the code.
TrueFalse
What is the Max. UA for the house?
117134
184
What is the UA of this house?
117134
184
See the "correct" Envelope Screen for this house.
View the REScheck Compliance Report and Check List for this house.
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