Problem 9.1 Given the examples of locations where insulation is typically installed in a home, identify the elements labeled 1 through 6 and subcategories of each.
2A 3A
1
2D
1A
1
1A
2C 2B
1 2B
3
5 3 4D
6
4A 3B
4 4C
4B 3C
Earth 3C
3C
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Instructors Problem 9.2 Given the areas of the home most likely to have air leakage where caulking should be applied, identify the elements labeled 1 through 19.
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Instructors Problem 9.4 Write an approximately 100-word report describing loose-fill insulation.
Problem 9.3 Given the illustration shown below, identify the items labeled A through I.
Problem 9.5 Write an approximately 100-word report describing batt insulation.
A
Problem 9.6 Write an approximately 100-word report describing rigid insulation.
H
G
Problem 9.7 Write an approximately 100-word report describing the effect of water vapor on insulated walls with and without a vapor barrier.
F
Problem 9.8 Write an approximately 100-word report describing caulking. Problem 9.9 Write an approximately 100-word report describing expanding foam insulation.
E B
Team Home Construction Problems
D
Continue the team problems started in Chapter 8.
C
Home Construction I
A
This is a continuation of construction for the actual home to be built on property near the school, or on the school grounds and then moved to another location after completion. Problem 9.10 Team Problem This problem involves sealing and insulating the home. The foreman will evaluate and discuss the plans with the team members and supervise the sealing and insulation construction activities.