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Thanksgiving Rescheck, Black Friday Rescheck
One of the most common questions we have received this week on our 100% free Rescheck Help Line is, what is your Rescheck schedule for Thanksgiving and Black Friday? I find this question particularly important, because any homeowner or home builder knows that this weekend can be an extremely important time to nail down questions about a new home construction project. You see, before I started my Rescheck Service, I too worked in the home building industry. You might find it hard to believe, but one of the largest homes I ever built and sold had the contract signed on Black Friday. Mainly because the homeowner was off work and had time to travel and meet on their day off. Keep this is mind as you plan your...
Recent Rescheck News
What is new in the world of Reschecks, Green Homes, and Home Energy Audits? As the leader in online Rescheck reporting, we like to keep our Reschexpert blog readers up to date with the happenings in Rescheck energy reporting from around the United States. The biggest news this year in updated energy codes took place in Washington, Hawaii, Vermont, Maryland, New Jersey, Texas, Alabama and Michigan all adopting forms of the IECC 2015 during the year. In other states, certain counties and cities have also adopted the codes to move away from the rapidly aging IECC 2009 and IECC 2012 energy codes. After completing thousands of energy audits in all of these states we would have to argue that the real winner here...
What a Trump Presidency Means for Rescheck Reports
With the election of a new president in the United States there is always an element of change. In an effort to take a look at every aspect of energy codes and Rescheck Energy Reports, I thought I would take an in depth look at what a Trump Presidency means for Rescheck Energy Reporting. My first assumption, is what I wrote my entire Master Thesis on in 2007, that correctly predicted the coming recession. I am 100% certain that housing starts drive building permits and ultimately Rescheck Energy Reports. So I created a graph that shows housing starts in relation to either a Democratic or Republican being in office. I personally do not believe in blind party politics. I can tell you that I am not certain...
The Texas Switch to IECC 2015 for Reschecks
One of the biggest moves in Rescheck reporting this year happened in one of the United States largest states, Texas. On October 1st they made the switch from the IECC 2012 to IECC 2015. This change caught many builders, architects, engineers, homeowners, and building departments off guard. At Rescheck.info we recognized the change was coming early in the year and started preparing all of our Texas Reschecks for both IECC 2012 and IECC 2015 so that we could full analyze the differences. This results in a better end product for you. With a full understanding of the IECC 2015 energy code as it pertains to Texas's varying cities, terrain, and climate zones it allows us to help you choose the most efficient...
Utah Reschecks using the Utah Energy Code
Written by Jobe Leonard of Rescheck.info. Jobe enjoys all things related to Rescheck reporting and the study of home energy audit softwares like Rescheck, Comcheck, and Manual J. Utah is a state that provides plenty of leadership when it comes to energy codes and Rescheck reporting. It is easy to respect a state that has taken the time to create their own energy code (Utah Energy Code) and enforces it uniformly throughout the entire state. The Utah Energy Code was important to Utah's citizens and government because of the varying climates and topographical features. The terrain in Utah varies from dry deserts, mountainous pine forests, valleys, and plateaus. In a state with so much diversity it is...
Ohio Rescheck
Ohio is an exceptionally dynamic state with regards to requiring Rescheck reporting anytime a new condo, apartment, addition, home, or dwelling is constructed. A major issue that emerges while finishing Ohio Reschecks is which code ought to be utilized, and who do I contact for inquiries on an Ohio Rescheck Reports. Ohio has many different areas to cover when it begins thinking about energy codes. From Cleveland in the North to Cincinnati in the south and everywhere in between there are many different challenges. With these challenges comes the use of multiple codes across the states according to local jurisdictions energy code adoptions. The most common codes we see are 2009 IECC, 2012 IECC and 2015 IECC and...
Illinois Rescheck
Illinois is a very progressive state when it comes to requiring Rescheck reports on their new construction projects. Some of the confusions that arise when completing Illinois Reschecks are which code should be used and who do I contact for questions on an Illinois Rescheck Report. Illinois is a special state in the sense that there is an Illinois specific energy code that is used for Reschecks. However, it is becoming dated and some jurisdictions have started adopting the 2012 IECC and 2015 IECC to replace this state specific code. A common question that arises on Illinois new construction, additions, and home alterations is which Illinois Energy Code should I use when creating my rescheck report? The answer...
Alabama Reschecks and Alabama Energy Codes
Alabama has some of the most progressive Rescheck policies in the United States. With nearly the entire state using IECC 2015 code for Rescheck reporting Alabama has been one of the first movers in the use of the new code. Even before states like New Jersey, Michigan, select Illinois and Colorado counties Alabama was already using the IECC 2015. Again, as we see in a majority of the states with very innovative and accommodative energy codes, Alabama has very diverse geographical regions. On the north eastern side of the state the mountains they share with Tennessee and Georgia create one set of issues. On the southern part of the state is coast line, and in the middle of the state you run into...
Georgia Rescheck, What Code Should I use?
A state we see plenty of Reschecks questions from is the state of Georgia. The toughest part about Georgia and their Rescheck process is that just in the past 3 days I have seen 3 different jurisdictions using 3 different codes. There are special ways to wade through which code is correct for your Rescheck project. Today we will discuss the type of code and your options if you building a new home in Georgia. Georgia is a very diverse state with varying geographical areas. Plains on the west, mountains to the north, and the coast of the Atlantic ocean on the east, and the humongous concrete jungle of Atlanta and it's urban sprawl in the upper middle of the state. These features all offer an extreme variance as...
Rescheck, Now What?
Rescheck, Now What? You have your Rescheck completed, now what should you do? Plenty of people need to know what to do once the calculations are completed for their Rescheck. You know the square footage of your walls, ceiling, windows, and doors and have diligently entered all you calculations into the REScheck software. Your calculation came back with a passing grade, and now you have a 10-14 page PDF of the results. The main question now is what do you do with your REScheck PDF packet? The answer depends on where you are building. If you are in an area that does not require REScheck reporting for new construction, additions, or alterations take your REScheck report and save it in a secure place on your...
Rescheck Energy Reports and Real Estate Agents
Should I do a Rescheck report on my new home construction project even if the county, city, or state that I live in does not require it? I get this question multiple times per day. The basic is answer is, no, you do not have to. Of course we at REScheck.info create RESCheck energy reports for a living so we know a few reasons that you might want to. One really interesting concept we have found is real estate agents requesting Rescheck reports for homes that they have on the market to prove their superiority over other homes in the same neighborhood. Imagine for a minute that you are shopping two homes side by side. They are both similar in age. On one home you notice that on the electrical panel that...
The Future of Rescheck reporting and state specific codes
The future of Resheck reporting seems to be upon us. Many states are upgrading their codes month by month. New Jersey is requiring that their Rescheck reports be created using IECC 2015 after upgrading from the IECC 2009 code just this spring. Many counties in Texas are doing the same. Alabama is also using the IECC 2015 code and several states are moving away from their state adopted codes. Take for instance Illinois, in the Rescheck reporting software you have the option to choose an Illinois specific code. However, if you build a home in Peoria or in other areas surrounding Chicago you will quickly realize that the Illinois Energy Code is no longer accepted, and they have moved forward to the IECC...
Reschecks Helping Building Departments
How Adopting Rescheck reporting can save your building department money. Rescheck reporting was developed by the DOE to make sure everyone involved with a construction project was on the page in regards to a structure’s insulation values. One of the greatest things about a Rescheck is that takes all the components of a home and places them onto an easy to read report, checklist, and compliance certificate. This takes the guess work out of finding out if a home is built correctly for the climate zone it will be constructed in. As more and more building departments across the United States and Canada adopt Rescheck reporting we thought it might be helpful to look into the ways that Rescheck reports can save a...
Free Rescheck Changes
One of the top offerings that our REScheck service includes is the opportunity for free changes at anytime during your construction project. When you work with us to create your Rescheck report, we are there for you, no matter what. With a background in the construction industry we know one thing, changes happen. Instead of treating you like a criminal and milking you for extra money, we treat you like a real human being and provide you quality customer service on every Rescheck report we create, for the life of the project. The most common change that we see is an addition of a window or door to a structure. Sometimes it is hard to realize exactly what a view will be like on a home until you actually...
What Type of Plans Can be Reschecked
In the realm of being problem solvers, go getters, and customer servants we wanted to help you today with a very popular questions we receive on the Rescheck helpline. (865-235-6277). Clients call every day with different issues and we wanted to address what type of plans we are able to Rescheck. My background is in the construction industry and at the start of every construction project there is a hand drawn plan somewhere. I drew the main floor layout for the featured image of this post almost a decade ago before breaking ground on a multi-million dollar project. Hand drawn plans are great, but is it possible to Rescheck them? Yes. We work for you and our goal is to help you build the best home...
What code is next?
With many areas slowly adopting the IECC 2015 and moving out of the older IECC 2009 and IECC 2012 models it has many builders, architects, engineers, home owners and building inspectors asking what is next. After all, it is already 2016 so in theory the 2015 code is already dated. Through our travels and industry insight we wanted to provide you an in depth look at what the next code is. The next set of IECC codes is undoubtedly the IECC 2018. It can be seen taking shape on the horizon. This new code will be voted on by building, energy, and DOE officials. Most recently we traveled to Louisville, KY for committee hearings on the 2018 code and what we heard was interesting. Here are a few of the key...
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If your Rescheck lasts longer than 4 hours
If your Rescheck lasts longer than 4 hours then please call Rescheck.info hotline at 865-235-6277.Rescheck.info is in the business to help you with your Rescheck. A homeowner can easily complete their own Rescheck Energy report for their home. The hardest part is learning a new set of software. We set up our entire offering to make the Rescheck report, compliance certificate, and building department checklist the easiest part of your project.We even help building departments implement their fledgling Rescheck programs. Recently we took a piece of software that we had developed just for building inspectors and released it for the general public to use. The Rescheck Help App solves all the major problems...
Rescheck Help App Benefits List
Ways that the Rescheck Help App Benefits the end user.Some people find it hard to read through an entire 500-1200 word blog posts about the Rescheck Help App and how it assisting builders, architects, homeowners, engineers, and building inspectors on a daily basis. Like everything we do for you on a daily basis we decide to make learning the benefits as easy as possible so we placed the attributes into an easy to use list.Low CostFastEasy ImplementationCaring Customer ServiceHelp from a specialistMore efficient home designAvailable any day of the weekAvailable 24/7Friendly personal helpDetailed informationSimple formatUnlimited usageQuick Pass or Fail gradesAvailable NationwideAll building...
Rescheck App Innovations
Why the rescheck app is revolutionizing how reschecks are created.Building inspectors have used this technology around the United States for years using a program created by REScheck.info. Now we have released it to the general public. Most builders, architects, and homeowners understand the home they are building better than anyone involved in the construction process. At Rescheck.info we continued to get calls on the implementation of just using the software. We took what we learned from our clients on a daily basis and molded that into an app. This way the App User can enter the components of a home that they know and get the information entered into Rescheck software in a quick, easy, and free...
Learning REScheck with REScheck Help App
Learning to use an App is one thing. Learning to use a new piece of software is another. At Rescheck.info we find in training that it takes a new user at least 10-12 hours to fully understand the functionality. We took this in depth knowledge of the software and figured out the key questions that every Rescheck report must answer. After bundling them into an easy to use format, we created the Rescheck Help App. Why not learn RESchecks the way your building inspector learned? You can do this today by using a technology we created for use in building departments across the world and recently released to the general public.Rescheck.info’s mission from day 1 has always been to help the end user complete...
Rescheck Help App
Lady's and Gentleman, introducing to you, The Rescheck Help App. After all the challenges that go into creating a live app that allows everyone help with Rescheck reporting, this is a success! We connect all Rescheck users with a human REScheck specialist, and provide a simple Pass/Fall grade based on the information you submit through the App.The Rescheck Help App will allow a user to navigate an easy to use Rescheck questionnaire. This information will be handled by a human Rescheck specialist who will enter the information and give you a pass or fail grade. We developed the App to take the learning curve out of the REScheck report. We broke the process into 3 easy to use steps. They are as...
South Carolina Rescheck
As Reschecks become more and more prevalent across the United States one state that seems to be on the leading edge of the energy revolution is South Carolina. From Charleston, to Columbia, and all the way over to South Carolina’s Georgia border we are continually seeing an increased interest in rescheck reporting from architects, engineers, GC’s, building departments, and homeowners alike. South Carolina has an ocean coast on the eastern front and cities like Spartanburg in the West share more similarities with the mountain climates found just 30-45 north. In states with varying climate zones the Rescheck report for new construction can be seen as more important. Officials and homeowners alike are...
Colorado Rescheck
One of the most progressive states in terms of adopting and enforcing energy codes is Colorado. From the Builders Association of Southwest Colorado offering classes on energy efficient homes several times a month, to Larimer County updating their building code on May 1st of 2016. It is obvious that Colorado takes energy efficient homes very seriously. It was in the summer of 2012 that I sat down with the Pike's Peak Regional Building Department to discuss Rescheck reporting, and noticed a particular drive to make sure that all homes built in Colorado were energy efficient. Colorado has a very unique climate that includes plains, mountains, and even deserts. What we notice is that states with more variance...
Rescheck Assistance
One of Rescheck.info's main missions is to help people with their Rescheck report. Every day we take 100's of calls from people who just need a questions answered, help with a component, or a hand finding their code. We are glad to offer Rescheck assistance to anyone who might need it, free of charge. We do this because we want to see the most energy efficient homes be built across the United States, and we have the expertise to help you do that. Offering free Rescheck assistance to individuals in needs also helps us better our service for future users. If a feature of the Rescheck software is down in a certain jurisdiction, we want to know about it. This way we can act fast and let other users know...
Rescheck en Espanol
¿Estás teniendo problemas con un Rescheck? Llama ahora al 865-235-6277, Te ayudaremos y asesoraremos sobre tu Rescheck, sin ningún cargo. Estamos en el negocio para ayudarte con tu reporte Rescheck, ya sea que elijas contratarnos o no. Llama al 865-235-6277 o envía un E-mail a service@rescheck.info en cualquier momento del día, cualquier día de la semana, o cualquier momento del año. No seas tímido, queremos escuchar de tí. Nuestra diferencia de reportes Rescheck es nuestro servicio al cliente Llama o envía un mensaje de texto al (865) 235-6277 con tus preguntas 24 horas al día. Asesorías gratuitas La mayoría de reportes completados en 4-6 horas. Todos los días de la semana. 24 Horas para...
3 Ways Rescheck Reports Help The Most
A Rescheck report can help your construction project in many ways. The benefits of having one even if your code does not specify it are numerous. Out of all the individuals we talk to each day dealing with Rescheck issues we were able to put together an easy to use list of the 3 ways that a Rescheck report will help you the most on your new construction project. The first way that a rescheck report will help you on your new construction, addition, or home alteration is that it will unify all the members of the team with a common plan. Gone are the days of each sub doing their own thing until you end up with an inferior product and over budget home. A rescheck report shows them the exact specs to which the...
Rescheck Revolution
How can it be that the highest quality Rescheck on the market is available for the lowest cost? In addition to being the lowest cost available by some $100 dollars or so, it is also the fastest service available. Then add on the fact that the other options on the market provide zero customer service. Then you begin to find out why Rescheck.info is changing the Rescheck market, for the better. We started our Rescheck service with one person in mind, the customer. For years the customer had been put in last place in the Rescheck world. The people who created the reports for them overcharged, gouged, and then laughed in their faces when they needed a simple change. When we created our service, we thought...
They Don’t do Reschecks
My ________ does not do reschecks and no one in town wants to touch it. Fill in the blank above with contractor, architect, designer, builder, or everyone else involved with your new construction project. We hear it every day on the nationwide Rescheck help line. If someone on your project has let you down by not preparing the rescheck that was needed. Let us lift you up. We offer warm personal customer service on every single Rescheck we handle. We also create Reschecks very efficiently. In two shakes of lamb tail you can instantly upload a Rescheck to our site and we will already be started on it. First we will contact take you with a live Rescheck specialist to let you know we received you plans. Then we...
Louisiana Reschecks
One of the best states we have found for Rescheck reporting is Louisiana. The people, their amazing architecture, and complexity of the Louisiana Energy code all make each Louisiana Rescheck a fun project to manage. Amazingly enough my older sister was born in Louisiana and I was only 2 weeks away from being born their before my family moved. I have spent plenty of time there in recent years, and really have an affinity for the people and culture. Several things that people need to keep in mind on every Louisiana Rescheck. The code is typically IECC 2012 in most jurisdictions. Because it is a far southern climate the Rescheck report created there will be similar to a Texas or New Mexico Rescheck report...
Rescheck máxima calidad
¿Cómo puede ser que la más alta calidad de Rescheck en el Mercado esté disponible por el costo más bajo? Además de ser el costo más bajo disponible por algunos $100 dólares o algo así, también es el servicio más rápido disponible. Luego agrega el hecho de que las otras opciones en el mercado proporcionan cero servicio al cliente. Luego comienzas a averiguar porque la información de Rescheck, está cambiando el mercado de Rescheck, para mejor. Comenzamos con nuestro servicio de Rescheck con una persona en mente, el cliente. Por años el cliente se ha puesto en último lugar en el mundo de Rescheck. La gente que creó los reportes para ellos sobrecargaba, escarbaba, y luego se reía en sus rostros cuando necesitaban...
I Need My Rescheck Now
Nothing beats the feeling of horror of getting called to the building inspector's office. You spent endless hours scouring over your blueprints for your new construction project. What could possibly be wrong? You were correct in the fact that your plans were perfect, and designed exactly to local code. The only reason your plan did not pass the initial inspection, the Rescheck. Not only did you not realize that you needed one, you also have very little idea what a Rescheck report, compliance certificate and checklist actually is. There are two different avenues to take at this point. You need a rescheck report, and you need it fast. The first is that you can get out your scale, plot a set of prints,...
New Jersey Reschecks
One of the states that really enjoys our $79 rescheck report is New Jersey. The great thing about doing reschecks in New Jersey is the friendly people, the amazing architecture we see on new plans, and the quality of craftsmanship that we see going into new home construction in New Jersey. Some of the most popular plans that we see in New Jersey are a mix of additions, garage apartments, and new home construction. They all have one thing in common. They all need a New Jersey Rescheck. We have taken on oodles of different projects in New Jersey that really tested our knowledge of the IECC 2009 and the New Jersey Energy Code. The great part about our service is that we have created our own set of New...
Sunday Rescheck
Some people need to wake up on Monday morning and be ready to present a rescheck to their building department, HOA, or building inspector. That is why we offer our rescheck service all weekend too. Getting ready for the week ahead is a trait of successful homeowners, architects, builders, and general contractors. To think that people were not able to get their home Reschecked on a Sunday always bothered us, so we began offering the service Sundays as well. My typical Sunday starts like most with a cup of coffee and taking my Labrador Retriever for a walk. I checked my email and completed all the pending Rescheck reports that were sent to me on Saturday Night. Then I went to church and thanked the Lord...
Necesito mi Rescheck ahora
Nada le gana al sentimiento de horror de que te llamen al edificio de la oficina del inspector. Pasa incontables horas escarbando en tus borradores para tu nuevo Proyecto de construcción. ¿Qué podría salir mal? Estabas en lo correcto de hecho que tus planes eran perfectos, y diseñados exactamente al código local. La única razón por la que tu plan no pasó la inspección inicial, el Rescheck. No solo no te diste cuenta que necesitabas uno, también tienes que tener poca idea de lo que es un reporte Rescheck, certificado de cumplimiento y listado. Hay dos diferentes avenidas a tomar en este punto. Necesitas un reporte Rescheck, y lo necesitas rápido. El primero que puedas sacar de tu escala, escalar una serie de...
Rescheck Emergency
It is 9:30 pm at night. An email comes through to service@rescheck.info. Then a credit card transaction for $79. Almost as quickly as these two arrived in our inbox, we got a call on the helpline. A gentleman in Texas had to submit his plans to an architectural review committee at 8:00 am today. The one item the architect had overlooked on the design of the project, his Rescheck. It was not that the client building the home had forgotten to get a Rescheck service for his plan. The other Rescheck company that he had hired from the internet, had charged him 3 times as much, failed to deliver on time, and was now charging him $25 for ever single time he called to ask them a question. What we did next...
Rescheck.info reviews
We have many happy people using our service who have been so kind to leave us reviews of our work. In the rare occasion we have a client that is not happy we go above and beyond to make it right. If you have an honest review of our service either positive or negative we want to here it. Send it to service@rescheck.info and take a look at our most recent reviews below: Thank you! I must say this has been the only thing about the building process that has gone smoothly! What a refreshing surprise! Sent Jobe at rescheck my plans and had the report in my hand same day. Cool concept. Great service. Fast. Affordable. My representative was very in tune with my new construction project. Great service. Very...
Housing Starts Federal Funds Rate
If you have a moment to read today I have created a throwback post for you. This was my thesis for my MBA at Lincoln Memorial University. It covers the relationship of the Federal Funds Rate and Housing Starts. Since the US economy had the first rate increase in almost a decade in December of 2015 I feel this work is as relevant now, as ever. Also since every new housing start should require a REScheck I feel that if you could successfully predict housing starts, you could accurately predict REScheck reports. Enjoy your read and let me know if you have any questions. Service@REScheck.infoFederal Funds Rate Relation to Housing Starts Jobe David Leonard DEDICATION I dedicate this in depth look at our...
New Construction REScheck
The days of heading out to a jobsite with a truck full of lumber and hammering together whatever you see fit, are quickly coming to an end. In today's new construction market, it pays dividends to consider the total design before ever breaking ground. With building departments keeping a close eye on the energy efficiency of new structures, that also means the REScheck is one of the most important details of your new construction project. The rescheck starts at the ground. What type of foundation are you going to build on your new home? More importantly, how do you plan to insulate it. I have found many structures where the failure in design is right at the foundation. Whether you build a slab, crawl...
North Carolina Energy Code
As the REScheck reports we see every day coming from jurisdictions in all parts of North Carolina increase, we wanted to discuss the North Carolina Energy code today. North Carolina is in a very interesting position. On the west side of the state, they have the Appalachian Mountains. On the east side of the state, they have coast line, and even islands with the Outer Banks. When I built houses in North Carolina, their contractor's license was always a great one to have, even for other states because of reciprocity. North Carolina is a state where you can find almost any construction scenario and terrain. The same is true with their resheck energy reports. If you want to build a home, addition, or alter...
Garage REScheck
When families and homeowners look for more living square footage around their home, one natural place to look is the garage. If your garage is built with attic box trusses, the upstairs portion of it might be a natural place to look for additional living area. A common call that we get at REScheck.info is asking about the particulars of a REScheck, as it pertains to a garage. What we would like to discuss today are the particulars of a garage's insulation envelope in regards to rescheck energy audits.The first area that is different about most garages is a garage door. If you think about a garage door opening it is basically a huge area where energy can flow in and out of. This can cause big problems in...
Rim Joist REScheck
This blog post is by author Jobe Leonard, Rescheck.info, and the Reschexpert blog. Helping others understand the components within a Rescheck report is Jobe's mission. Our top question from yesterday was about how to accurately show the bottom of a wall system that included an insulated rim joist. We like to discuss questions our clients have every day and dig into the deepest detail of REScheck reporting here on our REScheck blog. The rim joist is the area that sits around the perimeter of the top of the foundation. For many years, this area was neglected and left under insulated. This cost American homeowners millions of dollars, and caused drafty floor systems all because the rim joist was forgotten....
Florida Energy Code FAQ
One of our most popular states for energy reports is Florida. This is no doubt because of the Florida Energy Code. It could also have something to do with the fact that Florida is the 4th largest state in the United States. Then couple that with the fact that Florida stands to save almost 3/4 of billion dollars on energy every year by 2030. It is easy to see why the Florida Energy Code has quickly taken hold. Architects, engineers, builders, and homeowners call us every day wanting know specifics on the Florida Energy Code in regards to REScheck so today we will take the time to address the Florida Energy Code in depth. Some of the key things you might see in Florida that you will not see in other...
How a slab is entered in REScheck
Jobe Leonard wrote this article for Rescheck.info and the Reschexpert blog. One of his favorite foundations in Rescheck Web and Rescheck Desktop is the slab and you can learn more below. During our daily REScheck reports one of the most common foundations that we see is a slab. Some of the questions we see every day, are ones asking us the correct way to enter a slab component into REScheck. Today we would like to discuss a few basics of the slab foundation as it is used in REScheck. A slab, in it's simplest form, was one of the earliest types of foundations. Rock, hardened sand, or compacted earth could all have formed the slab of a home many years ago. Today you are looking at a perimeter of concrete...
What is a Energy Truss in REScheck?
Composed by Jobe Leonard of Rescheck.info and the Reschexpert blog. Jobe enjoys all types of ceiling styles available within Rescheck and explaining them to others. REScheck is an amazing system that allows all parties involved in a new home construction project to have one solid game plan. From the man drawing your blueprints, to the guy holding the staple gun, the REScheck report is what you need to make sure your home is insulated correctly. Then built with the proper components. Once question we had multiple times today in our live REScheck Help Chat, was "What is considered and Energy Truss in REScheck?" So we will attempt to answer that for everyone below since it is a REScheck frequently asked...
Things you would not do for $79
We think learning and completing your own REScheck report is fantastic. We teach REScheck classes to hundreds of bright students every week. We also know that if you are doing just one REScheck report for your new home, the opportunity might far outweigh the $79 cost to allow us to handle your REScheck energy audit. Did you know we schedule between 4-6 hours for every REScheck we complete? This is with a group of people who do it every day. If you make even $25 per hour then your time doing the REScheck yourself will cost you well over $100, and it might not even be correct. What we want to talk about today is some other things you would not do yourself for $79. Your kid is jumping on the bed in his...
Texas REScheck report
We can also provide an affordable Manual S, Manual J, and Manual D for Texas. Simply email plans to service@rescheck.infoIf you are planning to build a new home, addition, or just alter an existing home in Texas chances are, you are going to need a REScheck. Texas is one of the most progressive states in terms of requiring REScheck energy audits for construction, and the building departments makes a box on every building permit that is labeled "REScheck." If you do not have a REScheck, you will not be able to start your project. Today we would like to discuss the items that you need to consider most to do a Texas REScheck correctly.The building code in Texas is primarily IECC 2015. Texas has followed in...
Starting My Own REScheck
Many people call us every day, and they are stuck in the middle of their REScheck calculation. An area will not compute, a component is left out, or they just don't know if they have completed their REScheck correctly. In every instance, we can help. Sometimes it is simple as asking us a question, sometimes we just have a conversation about REScheck basics, other times it requires us to log in remotely to your REScheck account. Then we can help iron the kinks out of your REScheck report. At any rate, it is essential that you have your REScheck report done correctly. An incorrect insulation envelope and components in your home can easily cost you $1,000,000 over the life of your home.What we want to do...
Wisconsin REScheck
Composed by Jobe Leonard of Rescheck.info and the Reschexpert blog. He finds Wisconsin Reschecks fun and challenging so sharing Rescheck information about Wisconsin Reschecks is fun and easy. I had a project today that tested my knowledge and use of the Wisconsin Uniform Dwelling Code 2009. Fortunately, I have created plenty of REScheck energy audits for Wisconsin in 2016. While Wisconsin REScheck reporting was not a major challenge. It did remind me of the differences of the national IECC 2009, IECC 2012, and IECC 2015 energy codes, and the ones that individual states have adopted like Florida, New York, California, Utah, New York, Georgia, Illinois, Washington and the great state of Wisconsin....
REScheck Compliance Using REScheck
The reason why REScheck is so popular and well liked in the construction industry is it allows builders, architects, building inspectors, sub contractors, and homeowners to create one singular game plan in regards to making their home energy efficient. REScheck is the number one choice to create an energy audit for home alterations, new construction, or just an addition to an existing home. With modern IECC codes, each element of the building envelope must meet rigid standards and REScheck software allows everyone involved to have a clear picture of this easily. What does rescheck actually calculate? REScheck looks at a number of variables and assigns them a value based on their U-factor and the total area...
REScheck Basics
Sometimes it is easy to get wrapped up in the intricate details, calculations, and codes that make up REScheck reporting. When you truly break down the REScheck energy audit process what is it? Our goal today is to simplify the REScheck report and the components that make it up. We are going to spell out the REScheck in basic terms to help you better under the why, what, and when of a REScheck energy audit. Why did REScheck reporting come about? Basically, in my career as a construction project manager I built homes in 38 different states, in hundreds of jurisdictions, and I worked with hundreds of building inspectors. The main take away I had, was that everyone interprets building codes a little...
Which type of REScheck software should you create your REScheck report with?
You know that your project requires a REScheck energy report, because the building inspector gave you back your plans and said you would never get a permit without one. You have your plans, some scrap paper, an architectural scale, some coffee, a pencil, and your computer ready to create a REScheck report for yourself. You log onto the governments REScheck website only to find that there are multiple types of software used to create a REScheck report in 2016. Today we will discuss what the best version is, and why we think this is the case. The first type of software is the most puzzling to me. As popular as Apple products are, and as progressive as Apple is about energy efficiency, the REScheck for Mac...
Can a Conservatory Pass a Rescheck?
Earlier this month we took on a very interesting project, and I think some more people might have something like this they are planning to do. Imagine trying to build a conservatory with a clear roof. Now you want to know if your project will pass REScheck. At REScheck.info we recently were given the opportunity to do just that. So while you gaze up at the stars and think about how a conservatory might pass your state's REScheck requirements, allow us to give you some pointers on the energy efficient design that we encountered last week on a custom conservatory's REScheck report. The phone rang mid afternoon and a gentleman wanted to know if we handled conservatories. Yes, we do. We can REScheck just...
Rescheck Report for Additions
Penned by Jobe Leonard of Rescheck.info and their Reschexpert blog. He likes to help people with all types of Rescheck reporting including those for the challenging Rescheck addition. Several times per day we hear from people all over the United States wanting to know if they will need a Rescheck for the the addition they are building on to their home. Living in a home that is too small is no fun. When you need to expand your living area it needs to be done the right way. The Rescheck report ensures that you undertake this addition on to your home the correct way and insulate the building envelope properly. Even if your local code does not require one, it is still a great idea to check your...
Most common windows for REScheck
I came from a segment of the custom home building industry where my typical client built on the edge of National Forests, National Parks, Forests, Mountains, Lakes, and Rivers. I understand the need to take advantage of a great view when building your home. After all, that is why you bought the property in the first place. Now you are undertaking the challenge of building a home on your property. You want to be able to view it all from your living room. I completely understand. In this discussion I want to take a look at the window component of the REScheck energy report and talk about which options we see the most common. Almost 90% of the rescheck reports we create use a vinyl double pane Low E...
Best wall insulation for REScheck reports
This blog post is by Jobe Leonard for Rescheck.info and the Reschexpert blog. He enjoys all types of Rescheck Wall insulation and studying their affects on passing and failing Rescheck reports. We are working very hard to build a REScheck service that has been long needed in the construction industry. We place a strong focus on quality, customer service, and helping people resolve issues with their REScheck energy reports. One way we do this is by answering the most commonly asked questions to our experts in our Rescheck blog. The question we discussed in our phone conversations, live chat, and via text message most often had to deal with wall insulation. Most particularly, what is the best...
Why a REScheck is the most important part of your project.
Very few items in your home cost you money month after month. Your energy bill is one of them. One simple void, miscalculation, or wrong material used in your new construction could easily cost you a million dollars over the life of your home and here is why. Let's say you are 30 years old and you plan to live in the home you are building for the next 40 years. Your husband, wife, contractor, or architect convinces you to skimp on the insulation, windows, doors, and garage doors of your home. This will "save a little money" on the total cost of construction. Then without performing a REScheck report, because your local building department did not require one, you build the home. This home leaks energy...
At what stage of construction do I need my REScheck?
I speak with hundreds of people every day about their REScheck energy reports. So many that I started keeping a chart of the reasons why they are calling, texting, Tweet, Facebook message, and get a hold of me. Many people who are building a home for the first time would like to know at what point in their project is the correct time to complete a REScheck report. If you are lucky enough to realize that your building department requires a REScheck during the design process this is the best time to go ahead and complete it. This way you can check your new home against your climate zone and make sure the windows, doors, walls, ceiling, and are suitable for your area. If any problems are found at this point...
Why Michigan moved forward with IECC 2015
If you follow the world of REScheck like we do then you know that there has been some earth shaking changes in their energy code is just the past week. When a state like Michigan, who has the 9th largest population in the United States updates their codes it has national implications. This major update is a form of the Michigan Uniform Energy Code, IECC 2012, and IECC 2015. All this change took place on February, 8th 2016. If you have not pulled a permit yet this year, get ready for big changes. There are plenty of misunderstandings as to how this code will work with current systems, but we at REScheck.info took time to study the intimate details and have actually been providing a free copy of the new...
Confusing REScheck Energy Codes
You need a REScheck report to build your home. You know where your home will be built so it should be as simple as creating a REScheck report based on your structure. REScheck reporting was developed to help mesh all the parties involved in home construction together and put them on a singular path to building more efficient homes. Almost as soon as a singular REScheck system was created, different states and jurisdictions began modifying it. What we will discuss today is a look into which types of codes are most prevalent on the REScheck reports we see, and which states have developed their own reporting system.The most common code we see today is the IECC 2012 when it comes to REScheck reporting. There...
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