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List of terms

Air Changes per Hour (ACH)

Definition of Air Changes per Hour (ACH): a key metric for measuring building air tightness and ventilation efficiency.

2024-11-16 Read more →
Hygric buffer capacity

Hygric buffer capacity explained: how building materials absorb and store moisture, and why it matters for durability.

2024-02-20 Read more →
Dew Point

Understanding dew point: the temperature at which water vapor condenses, crucial for preventing moisture problems in buildings.

2024-01-22 Read more →
Manual-J

Manual-J calculations: the industry standard method for determining proper heating and cooling requirements for residential buildings.

2024-01-22