4.1088.6a
Insulation installation verification A visual inspection of the highest point of the transition wall will be completed
Access points will be determined from the gable end, roof, ceiling, or interior paneling
Verify the height and the accessibility of the attic
4.1088.6b
Access attic Attic will be accessed through the location that allows the most efficient and effective insulation coverage
Gain access to the flat and
cathedral ceiling
Cathedral ceiling
A condition in which the ceiling has the same slope as the roof
transition wall
4.1088.6c
Blowing Blowing machine pressure test will be performed with air on full, feed off, and gate closed
Insulation will be blown against the transition wall until the wall is covered
Ensure machine is capable of delivering uniform insulation density and coverage to meet manufacturer specifications for loose blown insulation
Create a thermal barrier at the transition wall
4.1088.6d
Spray two-part foam Insulation will be installed to prescribed R-value in accordance with manufacturer specifications
Spray polyurethane foam (
SPF
SPF
Spray polyurethane foam
) will be applied to desired thickness, using pass thickness maximum as indicated by manufacturer
Insulate and seal transition wall
4.1088.6e
Batt Batt insulation will be installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications without gaps, voids, compressions, misalignments, or wind intrusions
Insulation will be installed to the prescribed R-value
Vapor barrier
Vapor barrier
A material that retards the passage of water vapor and contains a perm rating of less than 1
will be installed based on regional considerations
Insulate to prescribed R-value
4.1088.6f
Patching and sealing access points Created access points will be covered and sealed in an aesthetically pleasing manner
Existing access points (e.g., gable vent) will be returned to the original condition
If existing trim was removed, it will be reinstalled
Create an airtight seal
Create an aesthetically pleasing finish
4.1088.6g
Verification of details Installation process will be considered complete when installer has verified that damage has not occurred to the roof or ceiling assemblies during the installation process
Verify the integrity of the house has been maintained
4.1088.6h
Onsite Documentation A dated receipt signed by the installer will be provided that includes:
Insulation type
Coverage area
R-value
• Installed thickness and settled thickness (settled thickness required for loose-fill only)
• Number of bags installed in accordance with manufacturer specifications (for loose-fill only) Document job completion to contract specifications
Confirm amount of insulation installed
Comply with 16 CFR 460.17