Sealing the leaks in HVAC ductwork results in more energy efficient, comfortable, and healthier homes – for both existing, occupied and new construction houses. Yet manual air sealing is difficult, with inconsistent results and many failed tests where duct leakage minimums are required by code or energy efficiency certifications. In existing, occupied homes it is very often not done due to not having access to the ductwork. An automated duct sealing technology that seals the ducts from the inside and provides immediately verified results is available, well proven in the market, and is used in both existing and new homes. It can help achieve energy codes, certifications, and 45L tax incentives for builders and homeowners alike. Learn about this technology, how it works, real world lessons learned through field applications, and how it can benefit your work in this webinar. Continuing Education Units (CEUS) submitted 1 hour in* Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI) Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse Submitted for American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP) Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP) Pillar(s): Energy, Health American Institute of Building Designers (AIBD) State Architect / Builder License may be applicable Building Science Institute (BSI) Verifier Passive House Consultant US (CPHC) Society of American Registered Architects (SARA) Speakers Jarrod Scott: Jarrod is the National Director, Residential Sales and Dealer Support for Aeroseal’s duct sealing business and has extensive experience helping small business owners grow their revenue using new technologies and processes. He has worked across Aeroseal’s duct sealing business over several years, helping contractors understand Aeroseal’s benefits to grow their revenue, with a current focus on residential duct sealing in retrofit applications. Jarrod has spoken at key industry trade shows and conferences on the topics of comfort, indoor air quality, and energy savings. He is a Marine Corps veteran. Robert Schildgen As the President & CEO of Priority Energy, Robert brings over thirty years of building performance experience; having built, designed, and/or consulted on everything from single families to large multifamily and industrial/commercial projects. Robert is an Industrial Engineer by education with his MBA from the University of Chicago. In addition to establishing Priority Energy, Robert has spent time helping businesses (large and small) launch new businesses, products and services across the globe. Tracy Martin: With 20+ years of industry experience, Tracy has a true passion for helping HVAC business owners create effective and winning strategies to grow their business. She comes from a family of contractors so she understands what it takes to make it! Tracy has served as a Director at Aeroseal for the past 9 years and is currently leading a new growth strategy for the company. Lessons Learned Understand that sealing HVAC ductwork improves human health by reducing the circulation of allergens and pollutants in homes. Analyze the importance of automated duct sealing technology in ensuring safety by providing immediately verified results that meet code requirements and energy efficiency certifications and help achieve net zero outcomes. Introduce the benefits of automated duct sealing technology for occupant welfare, which leads to comfort and decarbonization. Articulate the real-world lessons learned through field applications of automated duct sealing technology, emphasizing its potential to benefit housing environmental sustainability.