(Interior climate of the space, Exterior climate of the building location, Thermal resistance properties

of the materials, Orientation of the building, Compatibility of the materials with adjacent materials)

Comprehensive Detailed Explanation with all NCARB ARE 5.0 Project Development and

Documentation (PDD) Study Guide Reference:

Selecting thermal insulation and moisture control assemblies requires a holistic approach

considering multiple factors:

A . Interior climate of the space: Critical to determine required insulation levels and vapor barrier

placement.

B . Exterior climate: Determines heating or cooling loads, moisture conditions, freeze-thaw cycles.

D . Thermal resistance properties: R-value of materials is fundamental in controlling heat flow.

E . Orientation of the building: Affects solar heat gain, exposure to wind-driven rain, and thus

moisture control strategy.

F . Compatibility of materials: Important to avoid chemical or physical degradation, ensure proper

adhesion, and maintain performance over time.

C . Type of HVAC system is important for overall building performance but not a primary factor in

selecting insulation and moisture control assemblies themselves, which are more dependent on

physical and climatic factors.

Supporting Reference:

NCARB ARE 5.0 Review Manual, Environmental Systems and Materials chapters

ASHRAE Fundamentals Handbook (thermal insulation design)

Building Science Corporation’s guides on moisture control and thermal envelopes