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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNSFR2015-0193 Account: Site Contact: SteveParsons DarlingHomes Address: Community/Development: GladeHill52's 346ParkHillLaneGrapevine,TX Model/Plan: 4075-B_Media : Volume: 34067.70 GreenBuiltTexas(GBT) 3507.0 Certification #: HERS:7958659,IECC:8168054-79 HugoVieyra Inspector/Rater: hvieyra@foxenergyspecialists.com 469-226-2643 08/03/2015 Date: Visual Inspection Type: FINAL VISUAL INSPECTIONFINAL VISUAL RE-INSPECTION n Green Built Texas Inspection Items Need to Builder Rater Water Efficiency N/A Correct Verified Verified 1.1 Obtain EPA WaterSense Certification n OR Implement the following strategies: 1.2 Irrigation systems shall be equipped with technology that inhibits or interrupts operation of the irrigation system during periods of rainfall, sufficient moisture, and freezing (e.g., rain sensors, soil moisture sensors) or a weather- n forecast based (ET) irrigation controller. WS 4.2.6. 1.3 Limit landscape & turf plantings to drought-tolerant varieties (must survive stage 3 drought restrictions). n n 1.5 Select water efficient toilets (1.3 gpf) that work with first flush (min. 350 grams). n 1.6 Reduce hot water usage by implementing one of the following: (NAHB 801.1.1) n is sized in accordance with the code for the specified application. o Structured-type plumbing with demand-controlled hot water loops o Engineered parallel piping system (i.e. manifold system) in which the hot water line distance from the water heater to the parallel plumbing system is less than 15 feet. n o Central core plumbing system with all plumbing fixture fittings (e.g. faucets and showerheads) is located such that the volume of water between the water heater and fixture fittings is a maximum of 6 cups. o Tankless hot water heater installed at point of use and served only by cold water n o An on-demand hot water recirculation system is installed. o Pipes are insulated to minimum of R-3. Circulating hot water piping is insulated to minimum R-2. 1.7 Install an ENERGY STAR dishwasher. n Select any of the following water conservation strategies or install rainwater catchment system to provide for a minimum of 50% of landscape irrigation needs (presence of rainwater catchment system confirmed by verifier and performance attested to by builder and/or landscaping professional): 1.8 Strategy #1: Select high performance fixtures. Choose any two (2) of the following: All lavatory faucet flows rates are equal to or less than 1.5 gpm. All kitchen & utility faucet flow rates are equal to or less than 2.2 gpm. n All showerhead flow rates are equal to or less than 2.0 gpm Lavatory faucets are operated with infrared sensors Page 1 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company. 1.9 Strategy #2: Zone irrigation system separately for turf and slab/bedding areas. n 1.10 Strategy #3: Install a low-volume, non-spray irrigation system. Choose any one (1) of the following: Drip irrigation Bubblers Drip emitters n Soaker hose Subsurface irrigation Use no irrigation system Need to Builder Rater Indoor Air Quality N/A Correct Verified Verified 2.1 Obtain EPA Indoor Air Plus Certification n OR Implement the following strategies: 2.2 Comply with ENERGY STAR Version 3.0 HVAC Quality Installation requirements n OR Implement all the following (a-d): 2.3a. Heating and cooling design loads shall be determined for each room according to ACCA Man J, ASHRAE Handbooks, or equivalent software. Heating and cooling equipment shall be properly sized and selected to meet n the design loads. This requirement shall be met by an ENERGY STAR HVAC QI Certificate (where available) OR verification of all the following AND AND n Performance. For more information, see www.ahridirectory.org b. Sealed Duct system(s) shall be designed according to ACCA Man D, ASHRAE Handbooks, or equivalent software AND installed to be substantially airtight, properly balanced, and protected from construction debris. n This requirement shall be met by an ENERGY STAR HVAC QI Certificate (where available) OR verification of all the following prescriptive requirements, Design verified by appropriate documentation (i.e., duct-sizing worksheet or annotated layout), n Duct system verified to meet the following additional requirements: Seams in the HVAC cabinet, plenum, and adjacent ductwork shall be sealed with mastic systems, tape that meets the applicable requirements of UL 181A or UL 181B, or gasket systems. n Building cavities shall not be used as part of the forced air supply or return systems. Duct openings shall either be covered during construction or vacuumed out thoroughly prior to installing registers, grilles, and diffusers OR the Performance Test Alternative below: Performance Test Alternative: n n c. Provide mechanical whole-house ventilation meeting all ASHRAE 62.2 requirements. n Whole house mechanical ventilation system & controls shall be installed to deliver the prescribed outdoor air ventilation rate (ASHRAE 62.2 section 4), including ventilation restrictions in ASHRAE 62.2 section 4.5 -AND Transfer air (i.e., air from adjacent dwelling units or other spaces such as garages, crawlspaces, or attics) n shall not be used to meet ventilation requirements (ASHRAE 62.2 section 6.1); AND Outdoor air inlets shall be located a minimum of 10 ft. from contaminant sources (ASHRAE 62.2 section n 6.8); AND Airflow shall be tested to meet rated fan airflow (at 0.25 in. w.c.) OR verify duct(s) sized according to the n 62.2 section 7.3) Page 2 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company. d. Room pressure differentials shall be minimized by installing transfer grilles or jump ducts for any closed room does not have a dedicated return, except for baths, kitchens, closets, pantries, and laundry rooms. The shall be 1 square in. capacity (grille area) per cfm of supply (including free area undercut below n Performance Test Alternative: Measured pressure differential no greater than 3 Pa (0.012 in. w.c.) between closed rooms and adjacent spaces that have a return. Note: Outdoor air ducts connected to the return side of an air handler shall be permitted as supply ventilation recommend a minimum of 60 degrees F air flow across furnace heat exchangers) 2.4 If gas furnaces and/or water heaters are located within conditioned space they must be sealed combustion or n vented to the outside 2.5 No air-handling equipment or ductwork shall be located in garages. Note: Ducts and equipment may be located in framing spaces or building cavities adjacent to garage walls or ceilings n if they are separated from the garage space with a continuous air barrier (see ENERGY STAR Thermal Enclosure Rater Checklist). 2.6 Provide local mechanical exhaust ventilation to the outdoors in each bathroom and kitchen, meeting ASHRAE n 62.2 section 5 requirements 2.7 Avoid attached garage or isolate garage from the living space by providing a tightly sealed, gasketed door between the garage and conditioned space and provide a continuous air barrier between walls and ceilings n separating the garage from the conditioned living space. 2.8 Install equipment to maintain Relative Humidity at or below 60% using one of the following: b. Central HVAC n system equipped with additional controls to operate in dehumidification mode 2.9 Provide combustion air for wood-burning fireplaces from outside and install glass door or install sealed n combustion fireplace. 2.10 Use water-based mastic to seal ducts. n 2.11 Use minimum MERV 8 filters for AC return. There should be no visible bypass between the filter and the filter n rack. 2.12 All homes equipped with combustion appliance(s) or an attached garage shall have a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm installed in a central location in the immediate vicinity of each separate sleeping zone (e.g., in a hallway n adjacent to bedrooms.) The alarm(s) shall be hard-wired with a battery back-up function and placed according to NFPA 720. The alarms shall be certified by either CSA 6.19-01 or UL 2034. 2.13 Strategy #1: Select carpets, paddings, and adhesives that are compliant with emission levels in accordance with n 2.14 Strategy #2: Interior paints and finishes, including 90% or more of such products applied to interior surfaces of homes, shall be certified low-VOC or no-VOC by one of the following: Green Seal Standard GS-11, OR Greenguard Certification for Paints and Coatings, OR n Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) Standard EC-10.2-2007, Indoor Advantage Gold, OR Master Painters Institute (MPI) Green Performance Standards GPS-1 or GPS-2, OR A third-party low-emitting product list based on CA Section 01350, e.g., the CHPS List at www.chps.net/dev/Drupal/node/381 2.15 Strategy #3: Install central vacuum (canister unit) outside conditioned space. n 2.16 Strategy #4: Structural plywood and OSB shall be certified compliant with PS1 or PS2, as appropriate, and shall be made with moisture- n Association (APA) trademark. Hardwood plywood shall be certified compliant with the formaldehyde emissions requirements of ANSI/HPVA HP-1-2004 and U.S. HUD Title 24, Part 3280, OR certified compliant with CA Title 17. 2.17 Strategy #5: Particleboard and MDF shall be certified compliant with the formaldehyde emissions requirements of ANSI A208.1 and A208.2, respectively, and U.S. HUD Title 24, Part 3280, OR certified compliant with EPPS CPA 3- n 08 by the CPA Grademark certification program, OR certified compliant with CA Title 17. 2.18 Strategy #6: Cabinetry contains no added urea formaldehyde and is made with component materials that are certified to comply with all the appropriate standards listed in Strategies 5 or 6 OR shall be registered brands or n produced in -06). 2.19 Strategy #7: Upgrade AC return filtration to minimum 4-inch pleated or MERV 9 or greater (in lieu of item #9). There should be no visible bypass between the filter and the filter rack. Ensure that filter is compatible with and n accounted for in HVAC design calculations. Page 3 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company. Need to Builder Rater Energy Efficiency N/A Correct Verified Verified 3.1 Strategy #1: Achieve HERS Index of 75 or below and comply with ENERGY STAR Version 3.0 Thermal Enclosure n System Checklist. 3.2 Strategy #2: Obtain ENERGY STAR Version 3.0 certification. n Need to Builder Rater Durability and Moisture Management N/A Correct Verified Verified 4.1 Comply with ENERGY STAR Version 3.0 Water Management System Checklist n Need to Builder Rater Homeowner EducationN/A Correct Verified Verified 5.1 Provide homeowner with operations and maintenance kit and perform walk-through n 5.2 Provide homeowner with information on local recycling programs, green energy service providers, and Green n Built Texas registration process Page 4 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company. ENERGY STAR Version 3.0 (Rev 07) Thermal Enclosure System Rater Checklist Must Builder Rater 1.High-Performance Fenestration N/A 1 Correct Verified Verified 2 1.1 Prescriptive Path: Fenestration shall meet or exceed ENERGY STAR requirements n 2 1.2 Performance Path: Fenestration shall meet or exceed 2009 IECC requirements n 2. Quality-Installed Insulation 2.1 Ceiling, wall, floor, and slab insulation levels shall comply with one of the following options: 3,4,5 2.1.1 Meet or exceed 2009 IECC levels OR; n 2.1.2 Achieve 133% of the total UA resulting from the U-factors in 2009 IECC Table 402.1.3, excluding n 2.2 All ceiling, wall, floor, and slab insulation shall achieve RESNET-defined Grade I installation or, alternatively, Grade II for surfaces that contain a layer of continuous, air impermeable insulation R-3 in Climate Zones 1 n to 4, -5 in Climate Zones 5 to 8 6 3. Fully-Aligned Air Barriers At each insulated location noted below, a complete air barrier shall be provided that is fully aligned with the insulation as follows: At interior or exterior surface of ceilings in Climate Zones 1-3; at interior surface of ceilings in Climate Zones 4-8. Also, include barrier at interior edge of attic eave in all climate zones using a wind baffle that extends to the full height of the insulation. Include a baffle in every bay or a tabbed baffle in each bay with a soffit vent that will also prevent wind washing of insulation in adjacent bays 7 At exterior surface of walls in all climate zones; and also at interior surface of walls for Climate Zones 4-8 8,9 At interior surface of floors in all climate zones, including supports to ensure permanent contact and blocking at exposed edge 10 3.1 Walls 3.1.1 Walls behind showers and tubs n 3.1.2 Walls behind fireplaces n 11 3.1.3 Attic knee walls n 3.1.4 Skylight shaft walls n 3.1.5 Wall adjoining porch roof n 3.1.6 Staircase walls n 3.1.7 Double walls n 3.1.8 Garage rim / band joist adjoining conditioned space n 3.1.9 All other exterior walls n 3.2 Floors 3.2.1 Floor above garage n 3.2.2 Cantilevered floor n 3.2.3 Floor above unconditioned basement or unconditioned crawlspace n 10 3.3 Ceilings 3.3.1 Dropped ceiling / soffit below unconditioned attic n 3.3.2 All other ceilings n 4. Reduced Thermal Bridging 4.1 For insulated ceilings with attic space above (i.e., non-cathedralized), Grade I insulation extends to 12 n the inside face of the exterior wall below at these levels: CZ 1-5; R-21; in CZ 6-8 R-30 4.2 For slabs on grade in CZ 4 and higher, 100% of slab edge insulated to R-5 at the depth specified n 4,5 by the 2009 IECC and aligned with thermal boundary of the walls 4.3 Insulation beneath attic platforms (e.g., HVAC platforms, walkway R-21 in CZ 1-5; R-30 in CZ 6-8 n 4.4 Reduced thermal bridging at above-grade walls separating conditioned from unconditioned space (rim / 13 band joists exempted) using one of the following options: 4.4.1 Continuous rigid insulation, insulated siding, or combination of the two R-3 in Climate Zones 1 to 4, n 14,15, 16 R-5 in Climate Zones 5 to 8 , OR; 14 4.4.2 Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs), OR; n 14 4.4.3 Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs), OR; n 14, 17 4.4.4 Double-wall framing , OR; n 4.4.5 Advanced framing, including all of the items below: 18 4.4.5a All corners insulated R-6 to edge , AND; n 4.4.5b All headers above windows & doors insulated R-3 for 2x4 framing or equivalent cavity width, n 19 and R-5 for all other assemblies (e.g., with 2x6 framing), AND; 4.4.5c Framing limited at all windows & doors to one pair of king studs, plus one pair of jack studs per n 20 window opening to support the header and sill , AND; Page 5 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company. 4.4.5d All interior / exterior wall intersections insulated to the same R-value as the rest of the exterior n 21 wall , AND; 4.4.5e Minimum stud spacing of 16 in. o.c. for 2x4 framing in all Climate Zones and, in Climate Zones n 22 5through8,24in.o.c. for2x6framing Builder Rater Must 5.Air Sealing N/A 1 Correct Verified Verified 5.1 Penetrations to unconditioned space fully sealed with solid blocking or flashing as needed and gaps sealed with caulk or foam 5.1.1 Duct / flue shaft n 5.1.2 Plumbing / piping n 5.1.3 Electrical wiring n 5.1.4 Bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans n 5.1.5 Recessed lighting fixtures adjacent to unconditioned space ICAT labeled and fully gasketed. Also, if in insulated ceiling without attic above, exterior surface of fixture insulated t R- n 10 in CZ 4 and higher to minimize condensation potential. 5.1.6 Light tubes adjacent to unconditioned space include lens separating unconditioned and n 23 conditioned space and are fully gasketed 5.2 Cracks in the building envelope fully sealed 5.2.1 All above-grade sill plates adjacent to conditioned space sealed to foundation or sub-floor with n 5.2.2 At top of walls adjoining unconditioned spaces, continuous top plates or sealed blocking using caulk, n 5.2.3 Drywall sealed to top plate at all unconditioned attic / wall interfaces using caulk, foam, drywall n 26 5.2.4 Rough opening around windows & exterior doors sealed with caulk or foam n 5.2.5 Marriage joints between modular home modules at all exterior boundary conditions fully sealed with n gasket and foam 5.2.6 All seams between Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) foamed and / or taped n instructions 5.2.7 In multifamily buildings, the gap between the drywall shaft wall (i.e. common wall) and the structural n framing between units fully sealed at all exterior boundaries 5.3 Other openings 5.3.1 Doors adjacent to unconditioned space (e.g., attics, garages, basements) or ambient conditions 5.3.2 Attic access panels and drop-down stairs equipped with a R-10 insulated cover that is 27 5.3.3 Whole-house fans equipped with a durable R-10 insulated cover that is gasketed and either 27 Visual Inspection Items Furnace & A/C Coil A/C Coil 1 A/C Coil 2 A/C Coil 3 A/C Coil 4 Cnphp6024alaaaaCnphp3117alaaaa Model#: Model#: Model#: Model#: Serial#: Serial#: Serial#: Serial#: Location: Attic Location: Attic Location: Location: Furnace 1 Furnace 2 Furnace 3 Furnace 4 Model#: 58phb090 Model#: 58pha070 Model#: Model#: Efficiency (AFUE): 80 Efficiency (AFUE): 80 Efficiency (AFUE): Efficiency (AFUE): Output Capacity (kBTUh): Output Capacity (kBTUh): Output Capacity (kBTUh): Output Capacity (kBTUh): 7256 NaturalgasYesYes Fuel Type Correct A/C filter installed? Setback thermostat installed? A/C Unit (Condenser) A/C Condenser 1 A/C Condenser 2 A/C Condenser 3 A/C Condenser 4 Brand: Brand: Brand: Brand: Carrier Carrier Model#: Ca16na048-a Model#: Model#: Model#: Ca16na030-a Serial#: Serial#: Serial#: Serial#: Output Capacity (kBTUh): 48 Output Capacity (kBTUh): 30 Output Capacity (kBTUh): Output Capacity (kBTUh): 1616 SEER: SEER: SEER: SEER: Location: Location: Location: Location: Attic Attic Page 6 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company. Heat Pump Heat Pump 1 Heat Pump 2Heat Pump 3Heat Pump 4 Brand:Brand: Brand: Brand: Model#:Model#: Model#: Model#: Serial#: Serial#: Serial#: Serial#: 00 Output Capacity (kBTUh): Output Capacity (kBTUh): Output Capacity (kBTUh): Output Capacity (kBTUh): SEER:0 SEER: SEER: SEER: 0 0 0 HSPF:HSPF: HSPF: HSPF: NoneNone Location:Location: Location: Location: Utility Details LG Meter Manufacturer: ESID/Meter#: Electric Provider: 131986851OncorElectricDelivery Water Heating Brand Model# Serial# Fuel Type Size (gal) EF Location Extra Tank Ins. (R-Value) Pipe Ins. (R-Value) RinnaiRl94i00.820 Ambient Attic Insulation Flat Ceiling Type: Batt Blown Insulation Thickness (in): R-value: Insulation Grade: 4 12.75 19 Foam None I II III n Attic Slope Is the attic space foam encapsulated? Yes No n Attic Slope Insulation Type: Insulation Thickness (in): R-value: Insulation Grade: 0 0 Foam Other I II III n Attic Insulation Depth Marker Attic Insulation Certification Document Posted & Facing Yes No Yes No nn Installed (min of 1 ever 300 sq Attic Access? If yes, please list their locations: Are there any attic or crawlspace access points that Hotwalldoorforaccessovermaster must be installed/left open for proper insulation Yes No n verification at final inspection? If yes, please list their locations: Are there any areas in the home that have batt Yes No n insulation ceiling assemblies? Blower Door Test: INITIAL TEST RE-TEST AT SPECIAL REQUEST n Manometer used during test: DG-700; serial # 2104-5-700,2203-5-700 Blower Door Test Results Blower Door Reading (CFM50): 2119 Blower Door Reading (ACH50): 2271.2 Blower Door Test Location: BackDoor Ring? A Weather Conditions? Sunnyandhot Page 7 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company. Notes: Notes: PASSED PASSED 44 n n Page 8 of Fox Energy Specialists Toll-Free: 866.448.0961 | Email: inspections@foxenergyspecialists.com ©201 The Nelrod Company, Fort Worth, TX 76109. Fox Energy Specialists is a registered service mark of The Nelrod Company.