Better Buildings: Better Business Conference

This session will look at the challenges of building a tiny house with an energy target of net zero. We will review developer and architect design constraints; identify building practice choices based on solid building science and energy modeling; and share approximate costs.

AIA 1.25 LUs, ASHI 1 CE credit, BPI 1.25 CEUs, DSPS 1 CEU towards Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, 1 CEU towards UDC-Construction Inspector Certification, GBCI 1 CE hour, IACET 0.1 CEU, NAHB, NARI 1.25 CEUs, RESNET 1.25 PD credits

This session will address the need for sealing concrete and the different methods and products used to achieve a properly sealed surface. We'll discuss the ways a concrete surface can be negatively impacted; identify performance needs for different environments; and talk about the methods used to assess qualities of cured concrete. We’ll use samples of concrete treated with several types of sealers to show their resistance to staining and deterioration when they come in contact with different solutions.

AIA 1.25 LUs, ASHI 1 CE credit, BPI 1.25 CEUs, DSPS 1 CEU towards Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, 1 CEU towards UDC-Construction Inspector Certification, GBCI 1 CE hour, IACET 0.1 CEU, NAHB, NARI 1.25 CEUs

This session will focus on unique methods for air sealing the difficult and challenging framing cavities presented in many residential homes, primarily through the process of dense pack insulation techniques. Keith will provide many visual examples of air sealing often hard to reach, yet critical junctures. This session will provide both photo and technical drawings depicting the pressure boundaries and the solutions for ensuring a long lasting air tight seal.

AIA 1.25 LUs, ASHI 1 CE credit, BPI 1.25 CEUs, DSPS 1 Dwelling Contractor Qualifier Certification, 1 UDC-Construction Inspector Certification, GBCI 1 CE hour, IACET 0.1 CEU, NAHB, NARI 1.25 CEUs