ENERGY STAR VERSION 6 COMPLIANT INSTALLATION METHODS
(ES+) BEST PRACTICES
Complete Installation Document covering proper opening preparation and proper installation achieving successfull, long lasting weather management solutions.
(ES+) PROPER MEASUREMENT
– Width First, then Height
– Bow and Crown
– Level and Planar
– Plumb and Square
(ES-I) TOOLS – HARDWARE
– Hand Tools
– Power Tools
– Specialty Window Tools
– Screws, Anchors and Clips
(ES-II) WINDOW STYLES AND PARTS
– Window Anatomy
– Window Hardware
– Window Types and Styles
– Window Operating Types
(ES-IIIa) WINDOW REMOVAL 1
– Guidelines
– Frame-In or Frame-Out?
– Removing Wood Sash
– Removing Metal Sash
(ES-IIIb) WINDOW REMOVAL 2
– Taking the Old Frame Out
– Removing Steel Windows
– Removing Aluminum Windows
– Concrete/Masonry Tearout
(ES-IIIc) LEAD-SAFE INSTALL
– Proper Lead Testing and Notice
– Containment and Disposal
– EPA Rules(www.EPA.gov/lead)
– Equipment and Supplies
(ES-VI) PROPER SHIMMING
– Tapered Shims
– Stackable Shims
– Inflatable Shims
– Integral Shims and Buttefly Shims
(ES-VIII) APPLICATION VARIATIONS
– Wood Window- Frame In and FrameOut
– Aluminum Window – Frame In and Frame Out
– Steel Window – Frame In and Frame Out
– Install Variations
SINGLE/DOUBLE HUNG BOX FRAME
– Blind Stop
– Pocket Install
– Remove, Prepare, Install
– Wrapping the Opening
OUTSIDE-IN INSTALL
– Install Without Head Expander
– Dealing with Exterior Stop
– Sealing Inside and Outside
– Preserving Inside Trim
FRAME-IN v. FRAME-OUT
– How To Choose
– Proper Sealing for Each
– Measuring for Each
– Structural Considerations
STEEL WINDOW REPLACE
– Removing Frame from Masonry
– Leaving Old Frame In
– Jumping Frame
– Trim and Sealing Considerations
NEW CONSTRUCTION INSTALL
– Remodeling
– Flashing (Method A and Method B)
– Sill Pans
– Vapor Barrier
COASTAL REPLACEMENT
– Proper Removal
– Wood Surround/Mounting
– Dealing with the Gap
– Rebuild Opening
FRAME FIN MOUNT & J-CHANNEL
– Proper Flashing
– Proper Overlapping Flashing
– Foam Board Sheathing
– Integral J-Channel Install
JUMP FRAME INSTALL
– Stucco Frontal Flange
– Safe Removal of Old Window
– Proper Drip Cap
– Proper Perimeter Sealing
INSULATE SASH POCKETS FRAME
– Cure Drafts in Box Frame Install
– Insulate Sash Pockets
– Insulate Behind Jambs,
– Insulate Sill and Headers
WATER MANAGEMENT
– Divert, Drain and Dry
– Reconnecting the 5 Climate Barriers
– Impel Rods
– Barrier and Drainage Installation
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