Pre-Drywall Checklist (Version Created Jan 2015)

House Address: City: Vancouver

CEA Must Thermal Bypass Verification Guidelines Verified Correct N/A (initials) (yes/no)

1. Wall Insulation a) CEA verifies that installed insulation meets or exceeds R22 effective

b) insulation is installed in full contact with the air barrier c) breaks, joints and penetrations in the air barrier are sealed 2. Air Barrier and Thermal Barrier Alignment d) air-permeable insulation is not used as an air barrier sealing material e) air-permeable insulation is interior of an air barrier and/or weather barrier

a) air barrier in any dropped ceiling/soffit is substantially aligned with 3. Ceiling/attic insulation and any gaps are sealed b) attic access is sealed air tight a) corners are insulated b) window/door headers are insulated 4. Exterior Walls c) intersection of foundation wall and sill plate is sealed d) air barrier extends behind boxes or air-tight boxes are used

5. Windows and Doors a) space between window/door frame and surrounding air barrier is sealed

6. Rim Joists a) rim joists are insulated and include an air barrier

a) insulation is installed to maintain permanent contact with the underside 7. Insulated Floors of subfloor b) air barrier or weather barrier is installed at any exposed edge of insulation

8. Foundation Walls a) insulation is permanently attached to walls

a) duct shafts, utility penetrations, knee walls, flue shafts connected to 9. Shafts and Penetrations exterior are sealed

10. Narrow Cavities a) insulation in narrow cavities is cut to fit or filled with spray or blown insulation

11. Staircase Framing at a) air barrier is fully aligned with insulated framing and any gaps are fully Exterior Wall / Attic sealed with caulk or foam

a) recessed lights (except for those in conditioned space) to be air tight 12. Recessed Lighting b) recommend IC and airtight recessed lights c) recessed lighting fixtures to be sealed to the surrounding air barrier

13. Shower/Tub on Exterior a) exterior walls have been enclosed on all sides Wall b) exterior walls have been fully insulated

14. Garage Separation a) air sealing is provided between the garage and conditioned space

15. Fireplace a) air barrier is fully aligned with insulated framing in framed shaft behind fireplace and any gaps are fully sealed with caulk, foam, or tape

16. Common Walls Between a) air barrier is installed in common wall between dwelling units Dwelling Units (if b) air barrier is continuous around stairs adjacent to common wall applicable) c) air barrier extends through floor assemblies

of 2 a) insulation is placed between exterior and pipes 17. Plumbing and Wiring b) batt insulation is cut to fit around wiring and plumbing, or spray/blown insulation extends behind wiring and plumbing

18. Insulation a) visual verification of insulation for minimum R values and quality of installation

19. Air Leakage Results Preliminary Blower Fan Test Results: ______ACH@50Pa

a) CEA to check windows and sliding glass doors are USI 1.40 or lower (ones that can be accessed without a ladder) and are labeled with a temporary item. 20. Fenestration b) CEA to check that hinged doors achieve U 1.8 c) CEA to check that skylights on plans are USI 2.40 or lower d) Identify the manufacturer of the fenestration products

a) Non-Recirculating systems: first 3m from and last 1m to all hot water 21. Mechanical Systems insulated to RSI 0.35 b) Recirculating systems: entire pipe system insulated to RSI 0.35

CEA:______Builder Company: ______

Builder Employee: Signature:______CEA Signature:______Verification Date: _dd___/ Month___/__YYYY___

Re-Verification Date: _dd___/ Month___/__YYYY___ Verification Date::_dd___/ Month___YYYY___

*Note: This Pre Drywall Checklist must be on site for City Insulation Inspection and must be given to the inspector. The checklist must not indicate there is any work to be corrected, with the exception of item 19 if the builder is pursuing an alternative air barrier.

If the builder does not have this Pre Drywall Checklist ready for the Building Official, before inspection, a new inspection will have to be scheduled and a re-inspection fee will have to be paid.

Exceptions: