2. Overview of the HVAC System Quality Installation (QI) Contractor Checklist Turn on your speakers and click the “Play” button at right to begin

3. Overview of the HVAC System Quality Installation (QI) Contractor Checklist

4. Overview Purpose of the HVAC System QI Contractor Checklist. Discussion of credentialing requirements for HVAC contractors. How to learn more and get started. 3

5. 4 Importance of HVAC Quality Installation and Performance

6. Why is HVAC quality installation and performance important? Correct Sizing & Installation Ventilation Sealed, Insulated & Balanced Ducts 5

7. HVAC System Quality Installation Contractor Checklist Design Installation 6

8. Sections 1-5: HVAC system design Ventilation Design Heating & Cooling Design Calculations HVAC Equipment Selection 7

9. Sections 6-12: In-field quality installation 150 btu 100 btu 150 btu 300 btu’s out & 300 btu’s in Metering Device Evaporator Compressor Condenser Refrigerant Testing Electrical & Airflow Measurements Air Balancing 8 Drain Pan & System Controls

10. Participation and Credentialing Requirements 9

11. Contractor participation in the ENERGY STAR Certified Homes program Contractors must be credentialed to participate. HVAC QI Training & Oversight Organizations (H-QUITOs) provide the credential, plus training & oversight. EPA H-QUITO HVAC Contractor H-QUITO HVAC Contractor 10

12. How to Learn More & Get Started 11

13. ENERGY STAR resources @energystarhomes facebook.com/energystar Join an HVAC contractor credentialing program www.energystar.gov/newhomesHVAC Find ENERGY STAR partners www.energystar.gov/partnerlocator Read the technical guidelines www.energystar.gov/newhomesguidelines Ask questions energystarhomes@energystar.gov 12