Definition

DOE estimates that heating and cooling ducts located in unconditioned spaces such as attics and garages can underperform by 60–75 percent. Exterior ducts that are properly insulated can save energy and reduce overall equipment sizing. Insulation standards are clearly defined: <a name="m_-4439061441316115113__MailEndCompose"></a><a href="https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/insulation">https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/insulation</a>

 

Lookup Value: Exterior Duct-Work is Insulated

Legacy OData Value: ExteriorDuctWorkIsInsulated

Lookup Name: ConstructionMaterials

Synonym(s):  --

Element Status: ACTIVE

BEDES: --

Revision Date: JAN 10 2017

Version Added: 1.5.0

Lookup Name ID: da8d4f8

Lookup ID: df64ef6

References: RESI,RLSE,RINC,MOBI,FARM,COMS,COML

Spanish (Lookup Display Name): Ductos Exteriores Aislados

French-Canadian (Lookup Display Name): --

Lookup Status Change Date: AUG 09 2017

Usage

ConstructionMaterials (Property)

  • 12% of Systems (2/17)
  • <1% of Organizations (2/501)

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Page Revision Date: Nov 08 2023

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