Comcheck reports for IECC compliance
COMcheck is a performance method, which means that it provides the building’s overall performance requirement and replaces the individual prescriptive requirements for building envelopes and assemblies. Builders often prefer the performance method over the prescriptive, as it allows more flexibility with the building envelope.
Who uses COMcheck
General contractors, lighting contractors, mechanical contractors, architects, specifiers and many other construction industry professionals utilize COMcheck. Many states require a COMcheck report before a building permit is even issued, so oftentimes builders must utilize the software to find the building code requirements for their state. Architects and lighting and mechanical engineers can run the Interior/Exterior Lighting and Mechanicals (HVAC) sections of COMcheck to ensure that what they specify meets commercial building energy codes. Other sections, such as “Envelope”, are pertinent to insulation manufacturers and suppliers.