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Infiltration

By Bob Formisano, About.com

Definition:
Infiltration is a term that relates to air leaking into or out of a home through small cracks in doors frames, window frames, outlets, walls, floors, roof, and other construction. It is a primary component of heat loss and is measured in Air Changes per Hour (ACH).

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