Battic Door New Attic Access Building Codes

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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 [email protected]

2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Topic 2006 IECC 2009 IECC 402.2.3 Access hatches and doors. Access doors from conditioned spaces to unconditioned spaces ( g, (e.g., attics and crawl spaces) shall p ) be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the insulation on the surrounding surfaces.

Access None hatches and doors

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2009 International Residential Code (IRC) Topic 2006 IRC 2009 IRC (page 469) N1102.2.3 Access hatches and doors. doors Access doors from conditioned spaces to unconditioned spaces ( g , attics and crawl spaces) p (e.g., p ) shall be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the insulation on the surrounding surfaces.
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Access None hatches and doors

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Energy Star Thermal Bypass Checklist Topic 5.1 5.2 Attic Drop-down Stair shall be fully gasketed and insulated

Attic / Attic Access Panel Ceiling shall be fully Interface gasketed and insulated

Energy Star does not supersede Code requirements

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Solutions for the New Code Requirements

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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 ZH t h

Triple gasketed, air tight seal


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Solutions for the New Code Requirements R-42+ Attic Access Hatch Fits between trusses 24 o.c. and joists 16 o.c. 16 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 [email protected]

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
Deluxe E-Z H t h D l E Z Hatch

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E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions STEP #1


Select location to install door. door

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E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions STEP #2


Cut hole in sheetrock. sheetrock

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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.

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E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions STEP #4


Install door frame.

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E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions STEP #5


Install door.

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E-Z Hatch Easy Install Instructions STEP #6


Enjoy!

Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy

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Solutions for the New Code Requirements

Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy

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Solutions for the New Code Requirements R-50+ Attic Stair Cover Available in 3 sizes: 22x54 25x54 30x54
Battic Door Attic Stair Cover

Easy 1-person i t ll E 1 install No Tools Required

Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy

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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 [email protected]

Battic Door Easy Install Instructions STEP #2

Insert R-50 fiberglass into reflective shield. R 50 shield


Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 [email protected]

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 [email protected]

Battic Door Easy Install Instructions STEP #4

Drop box down onto g p gasket and y are done. you


Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy www.batticdoor.com 508.320.9082 [email protected]

Battic Door Easy Install Instructions STEP #5

Enjoy!

Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy

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In Summary Building Codes Have Changed 2006 IECC Access None hatches h t h and doors Topic 2009 IECC 402.2.3 Access hatches and doors. Access d A doors f from conditioned diti d spaces to unconditioned spaces (e.g., attics and crawl spaces) shall be weatherstripped and insulated to a level equivalent to the insulation on q the surrounding surfaces.

Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy

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In Summary Here Are Two Solutions

Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy

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Mark D. Tyrol, ,P.E. President, Battic Door Energy

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