Offline Entry allows users to enter and save measure data when cell signal or internet access is not available. The tool is initially accessed by visiting the PTCS homepage through your phone’s web browser and a few Offline Entry files are downloaded to your device. Project data for PTCS air source heat pumps, PTCS variable […]
4th Annual Multifamily Housing Symposium Thursday, August 18th, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Join us for a speaker series on the decarbonization, affordability, and indoor health of multifamily housing in our region. A panel of speakers will be presenting on the following topics surrounding multifamily housing in our region: Policies and programs addressing multifamily […]
The Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics course is a 1-day (6 hour) training designed to provide new and current Building Analysts with the information needed to complete building envelope diagnostics in accordance with the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Technical Standards and the Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will include introduction […]
This Combustion Safety (CS) for Weatherization* course is a 1-day (6 hour) training focusing on basic safety testing of combustion appliances. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge of and procedures included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) 1200 standard and Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will […]
Join Comfort Ready Home for a FREE contractor training on heat pump (hybrid) water heaters. In addition to our team, we have assembled professionals from A.O Smith and Flathead Electric Cooperative to speak on this efficient technology. The training will cover the following topics: Available rebates and promotions Installation best practices Heat Pump technology overview […]
On August 31st, Comfort Ready Home will be hosting a FREE onsite training for insulation installers that support Cowlitz County Public Utility District. The day's events will include a full-scale model of a home's wall construction. Attendees will use their acquired knowledge of materials, tools, and local specifications in real-time with hands-on activities. From site […]
This online training will prepare students to complete PTCS Heat Pump Commissioning Testing. Topics include program requirements, air flow testing, static pressure measurements, sizing, and lockout settings. Please send the following info to reshvac@bpa.gov if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available to download after registering […]
This training will prepare students to complete PTCS Duct Sealing projects. Topics include program requirements, pressure basics, blower door and duct blaster testing, diagnosis, duct sealing & repair, and combustion safety. Please send the following info to reshvac@bpa.gov if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available […]
This training will prepare students to complete PTCS Duct Sealing projects. Topics include program requirements, pressure basics, blower door and duct blaster testing, diagnosis, duct sealing & repair, and combustion safety. Please send the following info to reshvac@bpa.gov if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available […]
Course Description: This Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science course is a 1-day training designed to introduce weatherization and building science principles. Students will participate in classroom instruction referencing the Building Performance Institute’s Building Science Principles Reference Guide. Resources: BPI Building Science Principles Guide – ($$) NREL Standard Work Specifications Course Content & Objectives: Describe both […]
This in-person Intro to Home Energy Auditing course is a 1- day (6 hour) training designed to instruct and guide students through the comprehensive process of a weatherization audit. Pre-visit, home visit, and post visit procedures and documentation will be both discussed and practiced on BPC test houses. The class will use individual agency documents […]
Day 1 of 2. This course explores the composition, operation, and application of heat pumps in building settings. Specifically, this course will examine the evolution and versatility of heat pump technology in domestic hot water and HVAC applications, successful implementation examples, and essential lessons learned. Furthermore, learners will explore the value of heat pumps, including […]