Episode 139: Building science extraordinaire Neil Freidberg of (LP) Louisiana-Pacific Corporation
Today Brad speaks with Neil Freidberg, Building Science Manager for OSB Technology at Louisiana-Pacific Corporation.
Listen in as Neil discusses the often-overlooked considerations around sustainable building and his take on technological developments around this space since the beginning of his career over a decade ago.
Neil talks about how a construction team can use the IECC climate zone map to inform the foundation prep and mechanical design of a home. He also explains that every aspect of room and building design has a direct or indirect impact on one another, from the choice of building materials to environmental factors such as climate, nearby water sources, and even sound.
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Topics Discussed:
[02:53] Defining “thermal bridging”
[07:39] Climate-specific factors that have an effect on the cooling and comfort of a home
[14:27] Implementing better building practices
[17:47] Defining “WRB” (Weather-Resistant Barrier) and ERV (Energy Recovery Ventilator)
[31:41] HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilator)
[34:16] The importance of mechanical design
[38:44] Considerations around foundation prep
[45:01] Developing a foolproof duct system
[47:43] Cutting edge building science technologies
[55:06] Why Neil got into building science
[58:02] What frustrates Neil about the industry currently, and what he is excited about
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Key Quotes by Neil:
Heat transfers in three methods: conduction, radiation, and convection. When we’re talking about thermal bridging specifically, it is basically a connection through an assembly, where it is a majority conducted.
We’re looking to build the new 100-year homes. We’re looking to build the new historical districts.
The majority of litigation ends up being water intrusion in homes.
How you use your house dictates how your HVAC unit is affected.
