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🔹Scope – Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner
A Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner reviews construction documents and inspects residential buildings, systems, and sites to ensure compliance with the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Responsibilities include verifying the thermal envelope, insulation values, fenestration performance, HVAC and service water heating systems, air leakage control, and moisture protection. Inspectors must determine the correct climate zone, apply the appropriate compliance path, and know when commercial provisions apply.
🔹 Exam Information
About the ICC Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner Exam
- Based on: 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC)
- Format: Open-book, multiple choice
- Time: 2 hours (60 questions)
- Passing Score: 75%
🔹Exam Content Breakdown – 2024 Residential Energy Inspector/Plans Examiner🔹
| Exam Section | Relevant IECC Residential Chapters / Focus |
|---|---|
| ✅ General Plans & Inspection (28%) | Ch. 1 – Scope & Administration (authority, applicability) Ch. 2 – Definitions (unique code terms) Ch. 3 – General Requirements (climate zones, design conditions, insulation |
| ✅ Alterations, Additions & Change of Use (16%) | Ch. 5 – Existing Buildings (requirements for alterations, additions, repairs, historic buildings, changes in occupancy) |
| ✅ Building Envelope (46%) | Ch. 3 – General Requirements (climate zone determination) Ch. 4 – Energy Efficiency (thermal envelope insulation R-values, fenestration U-factors, SHGC, air leakage, moisture control, envelope compliance documentation) |
| ✅ Mechanical Systems (10%) | Ch. 4 – Energy Efficiency (HVAC systems, thermostatic controls, duct/piping insulation, service water heating efficiency, air/hydronic system requirements, energy recovery) |
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