Energy Code for Additions and Remodels
What applies to your project
You don't have to bring your whole house up to new-home energy rules when you add on or remodel. But the new or changed parts usually have to meet the current Washington State Energy Code – Residential (WSEC-R), and bigger additions may need energy credits.
How it usually works
Additions: new space meets current insulation and window requirements, and may need energy credits.
Remodels: opened walls, ceilings, and floors are insulated to current levels, and replacement windows meet current performance.
Garage or basement conversions: treated a lot like new construction for the converted area.
Testing: some additions need a blower door air leakage test before final. WA Blower Door does blower door air leak testing only.
What we do
Sort out what energy code requirements apply to your project
Put energy code notes on the drawings
Fill out the energy code forms
Answer energy code corrections from the reviewer
Questions about energy code on your project? Call 253-799-0606 or email office@dowengineeringpllc.com, or use the Contact Us button.
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