By using the Aero solution, Pragma reached the airtightness levels required in a practical and cost-effective way. Independent blower door testing by BXG verified the results, using ATTMA Method testing.
Here’s a look at how Pragma Homes used AeroBarrier to meet Homestar airtightness targets on a major subdivision in Hamilton, New Zealand. AeroBarrier is changing how New Zealand homes achieve airtightness.
Every home has an envelope, its unseen shield against the elements. But true comfort and efficiency come when that envelope is not only weathertight, but airtight.
Great to host Matthew Cutler-Welsh from the New Zealand Green Building Council (NZGBC) and Sam Dallimore from The Building Excellence Group (BXG)!
In this episode of The Build Show, Matt Risinger takes a deep dive into AeroBarrier and shows it in action during construction of his own home.
One Tree Hill College is redefining trades education through a unique hands-on project where students are renovating a 1970s state house purchased for $1.
Stage 1. Initial airtightness testing. One Tree Hill College is undertaking a deep retrofit of an ex-state house from Māngere East where Kāinga Ora - Home and Communities are doing a major redevelopment programme. The One Tree Hill College Trade Academy is working in partnership with Kāinga Ora to upgrade this house into a healthy, dry, home while preparing our pre-trade students for building apprenticeships.
Three three townhouses airsealed to below 1.5 ACH50 in one day, exceeding Homestar 6, version 5 standards. Built to rent, the owner wanted to provide tenants with comfortable, energy efficient and healthy homes to live in. Both the builders and energy modeler found AeroBarrier's performance simple and dependable, offering a superior solution for meeting airtightness targets compared to traditional methods.
AeroBarrier has completely transformed our approach to air sealing, allowing us to quickly and precisely seal even the smallest leaks in a matter of hours. This technology ensures our homes are incredibly airtight, improving energy efficiency and overall comfort while maintaining high construction standards. AeroBarrier allows us to consistently deliver really high-quality Mandalay Homes.
AeroBarrier is a revolutionary air sealing system that drastically improves energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and comfort by automatically sealing even the smallest leaks. After just 90 minutes of applying AeroBarrier, we achieved an airtightness of 0.3 ACH50, making this the tightest and most energy-efficient house I've ever built, far surpassing code requirements.
New Tradition Homes has always prioritized building high-performance, energy-efficient homes that meet the highest standards, like Energy Star, while maintaining a strong commitment to family values and quality. With the help of AeroBarrier's innovative sealing technology, they were able to improve their homes' airtightness significantly, going from 2.5 air changes per hour to as low as 0.6, ensuring lasting energy efficiency and comfort for their customers.
AeroBarrier is an innovative solution that automatically finds and seals hidden leaks that builders and traditional methods can't easily address, making the air sealing process both effortless and highly effective. Its ability to solve these problems in an intuitive and labor-saving way makes it a no-brainer for improving building envelopes in any home
