Energy Code Upheaval
Energy code guidance. EnergyLogic leads you through what you need to know to meet code requirements with as little pain as possible.
Rob Alcenius
Multi-Family & Commercial Program Manager With EnergyLogic since September 2021 What is your favorite thing about your job? Building better houses is good for the home owner and good for the environment, it’s a win-win.What core value resonates with you the most and why? Chase Perfection. Nobody can ever be perfect, but if we strive for it we will continually … Read More
Colorado Housing Market Forecast – September 2019
Single and multi-family construction permit activity diverge in recent months. Lower mortgage rates reinforce builder confidence, but consumers say it’s not a good time to buy a home and remain wary of a recession in 2020.
The Mysterious Case of the Leaky Light Fixture
My wife and son recently commented that the spare bedroom was looking “very dim.” “Can you add more light or at least add stronger bulbs?” they asked.
When I went to investigate the single overhead light, I could see through the frosted glass that both bulbs were functioning – but one did appear to be somewhat dull. That was my first clue that something quite odd was happening…
Colorado Housing Market Forecast – August, 2019
Colorado housing permits rebound from a slow start to the year. Consumer sentiment highlights the strong demand for housing while economic uncertainty challenges business planning efforts.
City of Thornton Amendment to 2015 IECC Code Adoption
The City of Thornton amends the 2015 IECC Code for those using the Simulated Performance Path to help ensure compliance for residential duct leakage testing.
A Rater’s Journey: Rachel ‘Zoe’ LaMantia
Rachel LaMantia shares why she started working in residential energy efficiency, a day in the life of a HERS® Rater, and her goals.
Marco Fraire
Marco Fraire, Rating Field Inspector with EnergyLogic since 2021. I’m passionate about working on new homes and find the structure and layouts fascinating!
Whole House Ventilation Strategy
As homes are built tighter, ventilation & providing adequate fresh air to occupants becomes more important. What’s your whole house ventilation strategy?
Colorado Housing Market Forecast – April, 2019
Denver housing permits didn’t “pop” as we might have hoped to start the favorable spring construction season, as the City approved just 764 single-family permits in March, little changed when compared to the first two months of the year. This means the permit total is down 27.5% year-over-year (from 1,054 in March 2018).