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R-5 insulated sheathing added. Instaliing R-15 within the wall without the insulated <br />Sheathing will not be approved since the intent is to have the insulated sheathing <br />completely cover the entire wali framing. This applies for buildings using the <br />prescriptive method of compliance. Builders will be able to use the performance <br />method of compliance if they choose. This could consist of using a Home Energy <br />Rating Service (HERS), which will check the overall performance of the house <br />including appliances, insulation, and tightness of house. The HERS contractors also <br />typically do blower door tests for the house and an air test to check for leakage in the <br />ductwork. These tests are performed by approved third party companies and <br />complete documentation shall be submitted to the Building Division. These are the <br />Department of Energy requirements for energy efficiency. When builders complete a <br />RESCHECK this information will be required as a minimum standard. <br />104 <br />