Attic Access Solutions for the New Building Codes Mark D. Tyrol Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Topic 2006 IECC 2009 IECC Access None hatches and doors Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy 402.2.3 Access hatches and doors. Access doors from conditioned spaces to unconditioned spaces ((e.g., g , attics and crawl spaces) p ) shall be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the insulation on the surrounding surfaces. www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
2009 International Residential Code (IRC) Topic 2006 IRC Access None hatches and doors Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy 2009 IRC (page 469) N1102.2.3 Access hatches and doors Access doors from doors. conditioned spaces to unconditioned spaces p ((e.g., g , attics and crawl spaces) p ) shall be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the insulation on the surrounding surfaces. www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Energy Star Thermal Bypass Checklist Topic 5.1 5.2 Attic / Attic Access Panel Ceiling shall be fully Interface gasketed and insulated Attic Drop-down Stair shall be fully gasketed and insulated Energy Star does not supersede Code requirements Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Solutions for the New Code Requirements Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Solutions for the New Code Requirements R-42+ Attic Access Hatch Exceeds all Code Requirements 22x30, Pre-finished white Wood frame & trim E Z Hatch E-Z H t h Triple gasketed, air tight seal Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Solutions for the New Code Requirements R-42+ Attic Access Hatch Fits between trusses 24” o.c. and joists 16” 16 o.c. Lightweight door Easy 1-person install E-Z Hatch Alternative to pull down ladders Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Solutions for the New Code Requirements R-42+ Attic Access Hatch Deluxe model with 4-point lock and recessed handles also available Can be used in kneewalls D l Deluxe E-Z E Z Hatch H t h Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions – STEP #1 Select location to install door. door Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions – STEP #2 Cut hole in sheetrock. sheetrock Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions – STEP #3 Cut joist and add headers (if required) required). NOTE: Only if installed between joists 16 in. o.c. FITS BETWEEN TRUSSES 24” o.c. Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions – STEP #4 Install door frame. Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions – STEP #5 Install door. Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions – STEP #6 Enjoy! Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Solutions for the New Code Requirements Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Solutions for the New Code Requirements R-50+ Attic Stair Cover Available in 3 sizes: 22x54 25x54 30x54 Battic Door Attic Stair Cover E Easy 1-person 1 i t ll install No Tools Required Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Battic Door Easy Install Instructions – STEP #1 Assemble box and bring parts into attic attic. Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Battic Door Easy Install Instructions – STEP #2 Insert R-50 R 50 fiberglass into reflective shield. shield Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Battic Door Easy Install Instructions – STEP #3 Insert box into reflective shield over insulation. insulation Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Battic Door Easy Install Instructions – STEP #4 Drop p box down onto ggasket and yyou are done. Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Battic Door Easy Install Instructions – STEP #5 Enjoy! Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
In Summary – Building Codes Have Changed Topic 2006 IECC Access None h t h hatches and doors Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy 2009 IECC 402.2.3 Access hatches and doors. A Access ddoors ffrom conditioned diti d spaces to unconditioned spaces (e.g., attics and crawl spaces) shall be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent q to the insulation on the surrounding surfaces. www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
In Summary – Here Are Two Solutions Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 mark@batticdoor.
