Builder's Resource Guide

The Builder's Resource Guide is a third-party publication. Each section represents a different topic of related materials organized into additional fact sheets.

Title 24 Standards
This section discusses California's Building Energy Efficiency Standards, also known as Title 24. Topics covered include the role of the California Energy Commission as well as changes to the Standards.

Emerging Technologies
This section offers a valuable source of information on technological innovations in the housing industry.

California Home Energy Efficiency Rating System
The California Home Energy Efficiency Rating System is a Home Energy Rating System Provider currently operating in California. This section describes the CHEERS program and offers additional contact information for those builders who may be interested in Home Energy Ratings.

California EnergyStar Program
The EnergyStar Homes Program is run by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to promote energy efficient homes. This section also lists who to contact for more information. (SoCalGas - SDG&E)

Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
Quality HVAC system design and installation, mechanical ventilation, ACCA Manual J, D and S, and the new duct efficiency credits offered in California’s 1998 Building Energy Efficiency Standards.

Windows
Window installation procedures, window energy concepts and glass technology, window frames and window labels.

Insulation & Infiltration
Insulation options, quality caulking and sealing, types of insulation and quality installation of insulation.

Framing
Advanced framing techniques, basic framing issues as it relates to insulation and HVAC systems.

Lighting
This section offers builders and electrical contractors practical advice for installing energy-efficient lighting in homes.

Third Party Publications
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