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     The Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst certification is the nationally recognized standard for contractors in weatherization and home energy analysis. 

     This training provides a thorough understanding of Building Science, including weatherization materials and techniques, in addition to health & safety, indoor air quality and durability testing within the homes that you inspect.

     Four and a half days of classroom and field training, followed by BPI certification exams on the 2nd half of the 5th day. 

     Training is performed at Project Living Proof, which is a 100-year old home that has been transformed and renovated to showcase the latest in energy efficient and renewable energy technology.  It includes active and passive solar panels, alternate water heating sources, efficient lighting and appliances, indoor air quality appliances, and geothermal heating and cooling, to just name a few.

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

*    An indepth slide show binder with hand outs, BPI Standards, the Residential Energy text book, and proctoring of both BPI Building Analyst written and field exams are done in house, unlike the others.
*    The understanding of the relationship between building envelope systems and other systems of the building, including insulation types and characteristics, air and moisture barriers,  and other components of the building shell.
*    Learning techniques for improving efficiency and durability of the building envelope in existing buildings using the whole house approach.
*    Become familiar with best practices for testing envelope improvements including duct blasting, series leakage testing, infrared imaging, insulation installation, ventilation & advanced CAZ testing.

     The BPI Building Analyst field exam can be scheduled upon your successful completion of the week of training and written exam 70% or greater.

**A minimum of four students is required to hold class**