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BPI Building Analyst Certification
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BPI Envelope-Shell Certification |
A BPI Building Analyst is certified to conduct blower-door tests (which should be done both before and after upgrades), combustion appliance inspection and repair, air quality testing including carbon monoxide detection, duct testing and airflow testing. A certified BPI Building Analyst energy auditor has passed both a written and field exam.
While a BPI Building Analyst may advertise and perform only energy auditor services (often charging $125-$700/inspection), most auditors gravitate to offering contracting or remodeling services as well. The most successful auditors usually form referral partnerships of with contractors (windows, insulation, air sealing, etc) and earn a referral fee for work performed.
If you are an HVAC professional, you may be debating whether it is worth it for you to achieve an HVAC certification, such as NATE. Because HVAC work primarily focuses on the health and safety of citizens, education and experience are critical characte...
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