Historic Building Inspections

Forced‑Air Systems (Older and Modern)

Direct Expansion and Cooling Systems

HVAC Integration in Historic Structures

2 Topics

Defects and Notes

Building Characteristics

Wood‑Framed Historic Buildings: Air Leakage, Heat Loss, and Duct Routing

Masonry Historic Buildings: Thermal Mass, Moisture, and Penetrations

Metal/Concrete Frames: Roof‑top Equipment, Vibration, and Corrosion Interfaces

Conditions, Concerns, and Issues

Historical Interacting with Modern Systems

Common Moisture‑Related Problems

Defects Specific to Historic Buildings

Inspection Context

Access, Routing, and Concealment Concerns

Inspection Context

Energy Efficiency vs. Preservation

Inspection Context

Safety and Regulatory Considerations

Inspection Context

Life-Safety Issues vs. Preservation

2 Topics

Life-Safety Issues in Older Mechanical Systems

Preservation Constraints and HVAC Work

Inspection Procedure

Starting the HVAC Inspections

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Masonry Historic Buildings: Thermal Mass, Moisture, and Penetrations

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