Comfort Ready Home

Electric Hybrid Water Heater Advanced Training - A. O. Smith/State
2022-03-31 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This Advanced EHWH Training focuses on delivering a quality installation and positive customer experience with EHWHs by breaking down installation practices that differ from standard electric tanks. We offer these manufacturer specific Advanced Trainings for A. O. Smith, Bradford White and Rheem products. High customer satisfaction is for essential for customer referrals and just as importantly, avoiding callbacks. The technical information provided in this course will help you make sure your EHWH installations are done right the first time.
This course builds off the material in our EHWHs Technology Overview & Customer Solutions Training, though participants are not required to take these trainings in any particular order. In addition to meeting code requirements the class will cover: Sizing to maximize savings, workarounds for homes with uncontrolled recirculation pumps, understanding the various modes of operation and their effect on hot water delivery, easy methods to estimate energy savings, solutions for installations in small spaces, on-board diagnostics for help with troubleshooting, and when EHWHs are NOT a good fit.
This course is good for 2 Continuing Education Units for Oregon Construction Contractor’s Board, Oregon Building Codes Division or Washington State Department of Labor & Industries.
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Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics
2022-04-12 08:30 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This online event will be live-streamed on Zoom and you will be enrolled in a Moodle Learning Management System (LMS). After registration, a link to the Zoom event, as well as a link to the Moodle LMS, will be emailed to you.**
This ONLINE Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics* course is a 1-day (6 hour) training designed to provide new and current Building Analysts with the information needed to complete building envelope diagnostics in accordance with the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Technical Standards and the Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will include introduction and review of building science concepts, use of required equipment, and procedures required for proper diagnostic testing.
*This online class, though covering hands-on elements, is not a substitute for in-person hands-on training.
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PTCS Continuing Education Class - Heat Pump
2022-04-21 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
The Annual Refresher class will review heat pump best practices, commonly failed items, and recent program updates. These are not required to participate but are a resource for PTCS Certified Techs to keep up-to-date on the program and are strongly encouraged.
Live webinar PTCS annual continuing education classes for 2022. Including coverage of the recent spec updates for heat pump commissioning that went into effect April 1st.
Click here to register.

PTCS Heat Pump Certification Training
2022-04-25 07:30 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This live webinar training will prepare students to complete PTCS Heat Pump installations. Topics include program requirements, air flow testing, static pressure measurements, sizing, and lockout settings.
Please send the following info to nick.eddy@clearesult.com if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available to download after registering below and during the training.
– Name
– Company
– Phone Number
– Email Address
– Mailing Address
Click here to register.

PTCS Continuing Education Class - Duct Sealing
2022-04-28 08:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
The Annual Refresher class will review duct sealing best practices, commonly failed items, and recent program updates. These are not required to participate but are a resource for PTCS Certified Techs to keep up-to-date on the program and are strongly encouraged.
Live webinar PTCS annual continuing education classes for 2022 discussing PTCS duct sealing requirements, best practices, and quality assurance findings.
Click here to register.

PTCS Heat Pump Certification Training
2022-05-23 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This live webinar training will prepare students to complete PTCS Heat Pump Commissioning Testing. Topics include program requirements, air flow testing, static pressure measurements, sizing, and lockout settings.
Please send the following info to nick.eddy@clearesult.com if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available to download after registering below and during the training.
– Name
– Company
– Phone Number
– Email Address
– Mailing Address
Click here to register.

PTCS Duct Sealing Certification Training - Day 1
2022-05-24 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This live webinar training will prepare students to complete PTCS Duct Sealing projects. Topics include program requirements, pressure basics, blower door and duct blaster testing, diagnosis, duct sealing & repair, and combustion safety.
Please send the following info to nick.eddy@clearesult.com if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available to download after registering below and during the training.
– Name
– Company
– Phone Number
– Email Address
– Mailing Address
Schedule

Tue, May 24, 2022 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM PDT
Wed, May 25, 2022 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM PDT

Click here to register.

PTCS Duct Sealing Certification Training - Day 2
2022-05-25 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA

In-Person Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science (D306)
2022-06-01 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
See registration link below for updated COVID procedures at BPC.
This Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science course is a 1-day training designed to introduce weatherization and building science principles. Students will participate in classroom instruction referencing the Building Performance Institute’s Building Science Principles Reference Guide.
Resources:

BPI Building Science Principles Guide – ($$)
NREL Standard Work Specifications

Course Content & Objectives:

Describe both the background and major principles of weatherization
Identify all ways of energy movement and the basics of each
Summarize building science and describe pressure and thermal concepts
Describe interrelation and effects of “house as a system”
Identify mechanical systems and their main purposes
Describe the audit process and recognize the required importance and data for energy modeling
Identify appropriate weatherization measures based on Washington state guidelines
Perform a basic blower door test and describe the basics of combustion safety

Click here to register.

In-Person Introduction to Home Energy Auditing (D307)
2022-06-02 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
See registration link below for updated COVID procedures at BPC.
Course Description:
This in-person Intro to Home Energy Auditing course is a 1- day (6 hour) training designed to instruct and guide students through the comprehensive process of a weatherization audit. Pre-visit, home visit, and post visit procedures and documentation will be both discussed and practiced on BPC test houses. The class will use individual agency documents to conduct a typical home audit.
Resources:
· ANSI/BPI 1200 Standard
· NREL Standard Work Specifications
Course Content & Objectives:
· Describe the audit process
· Perform a complete weatherization audit
· Identify all components for a home requiring evaluation during an audit
Course Requirements:
· Technology
· Ability to download documents or access documents as needed
· BPC provided online Learning Management System – Moodle link to be sent by BPC
· Expectation of attendance and class participation
Prerequisites and Work Experience:
· None necessary

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In-Person Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics (D279)
2022-06-14 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
See registration link below for updated COVID procedures at BPC.
The Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics course is a 1-day (6 hour) training designed to provide new and current Building Analysts with the information needed to complete building envelope diagnostics in accordance with the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Technical Standards and the Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will include introduction and review of building science concepts, use of required equipment, and procedures required for proper diagnostic testing.
Reference Material:
• WA State Diagnostic Results Form
• WA State Department of Commerce Specs
Click here to register.

In-Person Combustion Safety for Weatherization (D280)
2022-06-15 08:30 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
See registration link below for updated COVID procedures at BPC.
This Combustion Safety (CS) for Weatherization* course is a 1-day (6 hour) training focusing on basic safety testing of combustion appliances. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge of and procedures included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) 1200 standard and Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will include introduction and review of CS concepts, identification of combustion appliances and parts, use of required equipment, and procedures required for proper combustion safety testing.
Reference Material:

ANSI/BPI 1200 Standard – with focus on Section 7
WA State Combustion Safety Form and Technical Support Doc – WA DOC Specs 9.4A and B
WA State Department of Commerce Specs

Click here to register.

PTCS Heat Pump Commissioning Training
2022-06-27 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA

PTCS Duct Sealing Certification Training - Day 1
2022-06-28 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This live webinar training will prepare students to complete PTCS Duct Sealing projects. Topics include program requirements, pressure basics, blower door and duct blaster testing, diagnosis, duct sealing & repair, and combustion safety.
Please send the following info to nick.eddy@clearesult.com if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available to download after registering below and during the training.
– Name
– Company
– Phone Number
– Email Address
– Mailing Address
Schedule

Tue, Jun 28, 2022 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM PDT
Wed, Jun 29, 2022 7:30 AM – 1:30 PM PDT

Click here to register.

PTCS Duct Sealing Certification Training - Day 2
2022-06-29 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA

In-Person Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science (D386)
2022-07-20 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
This Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science course is a 1-day training designed to introduce weatherization and building science principles. Students will participate in classroom instruction referencing the Building Performance Institute’s Building Science Principles Reference Guide.
Resources:

BPI Building Science Principles Guide – ($$)
NREL Standard Work Specifications

Course Content & Objectives:

Describe both the background and major principles of weatherization
Identify all ways of energy movement and the basics of each
Summarize building science and describe pressure and thermal concepts
Describe interrelation and effects of “house as a system”
Identify mechanical systems and their main purposes
Describe the audit process and recognize the required importance and data for energy modeling
Identify appropriate weatherization measures based on Washington state guidelines
Perform a basic blower door test and describe the basics of combustion safety

Click here to register.

PTCS Redesign - Offline Entry for Utilities
2022-08-09 08:00 - 08:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
Offline Entry allows users to enter and save measure data when cell signal or internet access is not available. The tool is initially accessed by visiting the PTCS homepage through your phone’s web browser and a few Offline Entry files are downloaded to your device.
Project data for PTCS air source heat pumps, PTCS variable speed heat pumps, PTCS ground-source heat pumps, PTCS duct sealing, and prescriptive duct is saved to your device that can be uploaded to the online registry website when back online. When uploading these saved files, projects receive a measure ID and job status that is helpful to the utility claiming the measure for payment. Users can enter as much or as little data as necessary while offline as the Registry will give you an opportunity to fill in any missing information when back online.
The PTCS team at CLEAResult will conduct How-To webinars for utility and contractor personnel shortly after the launch. These are scheduled for Aug. 9 and 10th respectively, 8:00-8:30 am.
August 9th, 8-8:30 am Utility Webinar; https://meet.goto.com/834518781
August 10th, 8-8:30 am Contractor Webinar https://meet.goto.com/802719013
For a sneak peek: Watch the tutorial video here for more details on how to use the Offline Entry feature: PTCS Offline Entry (https://youtu.be/9zZhq9521gs)
Click here to join the webinar.
Questions: Contact the PTCS Call Center at resHVAC@bpa.gov | 1.800.941.3867

PTCS Redesign - Offline Entry for Contractors
2022-08-10 08:00 - 08:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA

In-Person Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics (D349)
2022-08-23 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
The Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics course is a 1-day (6 hour) training designed to provide new and current Building Analysts with the information needed to complete building envelope diagnostics in accordance with the Building Performance Institute (BPI) Building Analyst Technical Standards and the Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will include introduction and review of building science concepts, use of required equipment, and procedures required for proper diagnostic testing.
Reference Material:
• WA State Diagnostic Results Form
• WA State Department of Commerce Specs
Click here to register.

In-Person Combustion Safety for Weatherization (D350)
2022-08-24 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
This Combustion Safety (CS) for Weatherization* course is a 1-day (6 hour) training focusing on basic safety testing of combustion appliances. It is designed to provide new and current Building Analysts the knowledge of and procedures included in the Building Performance Institute (BPI) 1200 standard and Washington State Department of Commerce Weatherization Specifications. Instruction will include introduction and review of CS concepts, identification of combustion appliances and parts, use of required equipment, and procedures required for proper combustion safety testing.
Reference Material:

ANSI/BPI 1200 Standard – with focus on Section 7
WA State Combustion Safety Form and Technical Support Doc – WA DOC Specs 9.4A and B
WA State Department of Commerce Specs

Click here to register.

Kalispell, MT - Heat Pump Water Heater Training: Opportunities and Installation Considerations
2022-08-30 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kalispell, MT
Join Comfort Ready Home for a FREE contractor training on heat pump (hybrid) water heaters. In addition to our team, we have assembled professionals from A.O Smith and Flathead Electric Cooperative to speak on this efficient technology.
The training will cover the following topics:

Available rebates and promotions
Installation best practices
Heat Pump technology overview
Open questions session

The benefits of heat pump water heaters have never been better for contractors and homeowners. With easier installation methods, higher efficiencies, and increased rebates, the option for a more efficient water heater has never been more accessible.
For registration information email us at info@comfortreadyhome.com

Longview, WA - Site Built Wall Insulation Training
2022-08-31 07:45 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Longview, WA
On August 31st, Comfort Ready Home will be hosting a FREE onsite training for insulation installers that support Cowlitz County Public Utility District.
The day’s events will include a full-scale model of a home’s wall construction. Attendees will use their acquired knowledge of materials, tools, and local specifications in real-time with hands-on activities. From site preparation to customer experience and installation best practices, contractors will have the opportunity to learn the importance of proper blown-in wall insulation.
Comfort Ready Home’s local fields specialists will train on the following topics:

Health and safety
Calculating needed materials
Using an insulation blower
Testing insulation density
Properly closing drill holes
Accessing local rebates

For registration information email us at info@comfortreadyhome.com

Online - PTCS Heat Pump Commissioning Training
2022-09-26 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This online training will prepare students to complete PTCS Heat Pump Commissioning Testing. Topics include program requirements, air flow testing, static pressure measurements, sizing, and lockout settings.
Please send the following info to reshvac@bpa.gov if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available to download after registering below and during the training.
– Name
– Company
– Phone Number
– Email Address
– Mailing Address
Click here to register.

Online - PTCS Duct Sealing Training - Day 1
2022-09-27 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
This training will prepare students to complete PTCS Duct Sealing projects. Topics include program requirements, pressure basics, blower door and duct blaster testing, diagnosis, duct sealing & repair, and combustion safety.
Please send the following info to reshvac@bpa.gov if you would like to receive a physical copy of the training materials. They are also available to download after registering below and during the training.
– Name
– Company
– Phone Number
– Email Address
– Mailing Address
Click here to register.

Online - PTCS Duct Sealing Training - Day 2
2022-09-28 07:30 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA

Bellingham, WA - Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science
2022-10-05 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
Course Description:
This Introduction to Weatherization and Building Science course is a 1-day training designed to introduce weatherization and building science principles. Students will participate in classroom instruction referencing the Building Performance Institute’s Building Science Principles Reference Guide.
Resources:

BPI Building Science Principles Guide – ($$)
NREL Standard Work Specifications

Course Content & Objectives:

Describe both the background and major principles of weatherization
Identify all ways of energy movement and the basics of each
Summarize building science and describe pressure and thermal concepts
Describe interrelation and affects of “house as a system”
Identify mechanical systems and their main purposes
Describe the audit process and recognize the required importance and data for energy modeling
Identify appropriate weatherization measures based on Washington state guidelines
Perform a basic blower door test and describe the basics of combustion safety

Click here to register.

Bellingham, WA - Introduction to Home Energy Auditing
2022-10-06 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Building Performance Center, 3406 Redwood Ave., Bellingham, WA, 98225
This in-person Intro to Home Energy Auditing course is a 1- day (6 hour) training designed to instruct and guide students through the comprehensive process of a weatherization audit. Pre-visit, home visit, and post visit procedures and documentation will be both discussed and practiced on BPC test houses. The class will use individual agency documents to conduct a typical home audit.
Resources:
· ANSI/BPI 1200 Standard
· NREL Standard Work Specifications
Course Content & Objectives:
· Describe the audit process
· Perform a complete weatherization audit
· Identify all components for a home requiring evaluation during an audit
Click here to register.

Missoula, MT - Heat Pump Water Heater Training: Opportunities and Installation Considerations
2022-10-13 07:00 - 09:30 (America/Denver) | Missoula, MT
Join Comfort Ready Home for a FREE contractor training on heat pump (hybrid) water heaters.
We have assembled professionals from Comfort Ready Home and Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA) to have a training on this efficient technology.
The training will cover the following topics:

Available rebates and promotions
Installation best practices
Heat Pump technology overview
Open questions session

The benefits of heat pump water heaters have never been better for contractors and homeowners. With easier installation methods, higher efficiencies, and increased rebates, the option for a more efficient water heater has never been more accessible.
This training qualifies for (2) continuing education credits for Montana’s L&I licensing.
For registration information email us at info@comfortreadyhome.com

Bend, OR - Evaluating a Home as a System
2022-10-13 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Bend, OR
Comfort Ready Home will host a FREE training workshop for contractors who support Central Electric Cooperative and Midstate Electric Cooperative.
The workshop will focus on the importance of evaluating the “home as a system” to identify opportunities for energy efficiency while improving the health and safety of residents. Click here to view highlights from a past workshop.
The training will cover the following topics

Hands-on Blower Door/HVAC System testing demonstrations.
Discussion on a real-world case study
Basic building science principles; health, safety and home comfort.
Mechanical ventilation fan flow measurements and demonstration.
How to incorporate local utility incentives and evaluation process into a sales approach.

For registration information email us at info@comfortreadyhome.com.

Online - Heat Pump Deep Dive - Day 2
2022-10-13 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
Day 2 of 2. This course explores the composition, operation, and application of heat pumps in building settings. Specifically, this course will examine the evolution and versatility of heat pump technology in domestic hot water and HVAC applications, successful implementation examples, and essential lessons learned. Furthermore, learners will explore the value of heat pumps, including decarbonization, energy efficiency, and grid stability opportunities.
Audience: Engineers, architects, designers, building owners/managers, and maintenance personnel.
Learning Objectives

Understand the history of heat pumps and their versatility in building applications
Explore the components, operation, and system configurations of heat pumps
Analyze efficiency opportunities, grid impact, and the value proposition of heat pumps
Review applicable codes/policies and the market landscape

Click here to register.
