ENERGY STAR® Checklist

THERMAL BRIDGING
ADVANCED FRAMING TECHNIQUES

If using Advanced Framing techniques to mitigate thermal bridging, ALL of the techniques below must be evident in the structure.
Insulated Corners
Headers Above Windows and Doors
Limited Framing At All Windows and Doors
Interior/Exterior Wall Intersections
Minimum Stud Spacing Increased
In all climate zones, minimum stud spacing for 2x4 wall at 16 in. on-center is specified.
In climate zones 6 - 8, 2x6 framing at 24 in. on-center is specified.
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