certification

Planning for Initial Certification

BPI Certificate Review: Building Science Principles, Healthy Housing Principles 

BPI Primary and Core Certifications: Building Analyst Professional and Building Analyst Technician

BPI Advanced Certifications: Quality Control Inspector, Crew Leader, Energy Auditor

If you do not see one of the above designations scheduled on our training/certification calendar, you can call us directly to schedule a date to take the exam that works for you!  360-734-5121 x 1114.

BPI Building Analyst Certification

A Building Analyst understands the principles of building science, energy conservation and effective energy retrofitting. BPI website

If you are new to weatherization (WX):

1. Order and study the Residential Energy textbook from Saturn Resources,  which provides a strong foundation for learning single family residence analysis.
2. Successful certification candidates will be knowledgeable and skilled in the following topic areas:
   • Blower Door & Pressure Diagnostics
   • Combustion Safety for Weatherization
   • Envelope Measures: Air Sealing & Insulation
   • Moisture Control & Ventilation Strategies
   • Introductory Auditor
   • Duct System Testing & Duct System Repair
   • Base-load Measures
   • Electrical Hazard Identification
   • Heating Systems & Diagnostics
   • Mobile Home Retrofits
3. Get certified by signing up for the BPI Building Analyst Certification. See a list of courses and certifications to register.

If you are currently working in weatherization:

1. take the following BPC courses:
   • Blower Door & Pressure Diagnostics
   • Combustion Safety for Weatherization
   • Weatherization Technician
   • Mobile Home Training 
2. current or renewing BPI certified professionals:
   • Check your BPI and Continuing Education Units (CEU) certification status: BPI login.
   • Sign up for certification by taking the BPI Written Exam and BPI Field Exam.