Title 24 Residential-New Construction
Title 24 requirements for residential new construction include:
Building envelope: Title 24 sets standards for the building envelope, which includes the walls, roof, windows, and doors of the home. These standards require that the building envelope be properly insulated and sealed to prevent air leaks and heat transfer. Title 24 sets standards for the energy efficiency of windows and doors, which must meet specific U-factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) ratings as required in Building Energy Efficiency Standards.
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems: Title 24 requires that HVAC systems meet specific energy efficiency standards, including a minimum Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating for air conditioners and a minimum Annual Fuel Utilization Efficiency (AFUE) rating for furnaces. Title 24 also requires that HVAC systems be properly sized and installed to ensure optimal performance.
Lighting and appliances: Title 24 sets energy efficiency standards for lighting and appliances, including refrigerators, dishwashers, and washing machines. These standards require that appliances meet specific Energy Star ratings, which are designed to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Expert Energy Efficiency Compliance Services
Title 24 Calcs use Title 24 compliance software approved by California energy commission to perform energy modeling. The compliance software generates a report based on inputs like building geometry, construction materials, and HVAC system characteristics. It determines whether the proposed design meets Title 24 requirements.
After construction, a HERS rater will inspect the home to ensure it meets the energy efficiency requirements of Title 24.
The HERS rater will create a HERS rating, which compares the energy efficiency of the home to a standard home.
When building a new home in California, make sure your design meets Title 24 requirements for the building permit.
The Title 24 Energy report is important when building a new home in California. This report gives detailed info on how energy efficient your design is, making sure it meets Title 24 requirements.
To begin the compliance process, you can easily order the report for your residential new construction project. The software used for this report considers factors like the building’s shape, materials, and HVAC system. By inputting these details, the software can accurately determine whether your design meets the necessary energy efficiency standards.
Once construction is complete, a HERS rater will conduct an inspection of your home. Their role is to ensure that the energy efficiency requirements outlined in Title 24 have been met. During the inspection, the HERS rater will compare your home’s energy efficiency to a standard home and create a HERS rating. This rating serves as a benchmark to assess the overall energy performance of your new construction.
Getting a building permit for your new California home means following Title 24 rules. To prevent problems during construction, make sure your design meets these standards right from the start.
The Residential – New Construction Title 24 Energy report is important for those starting a residential construction project in California. Order this report to make sure your new home meets energy efficiency standards and comply with Title 24 requirements.
Begin your residential new construction project’s compliance process by obtaining the Residential – New Construction Title 24 Energy report.
