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Attic Insulation

NYTRM v13

Calculate annual energy savings from insulating and air sealing attic access points (hatches, pull-down stairs, knee walls) in New York State.

Location
Used to determine heating and cooling degree days
Attic Access Dimensions
Width of attic access opening
Length of attic access opening
Insulation
Type of insulation being installed. Select 'Custom' to enter R-value directly.
Thickness of insulation in inches (ignored if Custom type selected)
R-value measures insulation's resistance to heat flow. Higher R-value = better insulation. Only used if 'Custom' insulation type selected.
Cooling System
Type of air conditioning system
Heating System
Type of heating system

Based on NYSERDA TRM v13 methodology. Pages 37-46. View source

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