BPI Credentials
BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) Certification
Earning the Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) certification is a simple, comprehensive, and affordable way for builders, remodelers, HVAC, insulation, and other contractors to gain the skills needed to offer duct leakage and blower door tests, in compliance with IECC codes for new home construction or existing home remodels.
By earning the IDL certification, you prove that you can conduct duct leakage tests to the ASTM E1554-07 standard and blower door tests to the ASTM E779 standard.
Training for this credential
Certification Scheme Handbook
Please read the Air Leakage Control Installer Certification Scheme Handbook prior to applying for the certification.
Steps to Get Air Leakage Control Installer Certified
- Read the Certification Scheme Handbook for the Air Leakage Control Installer certification.
- Training (optional): BPI does not require training and is not affiliated with any training centers. However, individuals that complete training typically perform better on BPI exams.
- Schedule your exams with a BPI Test Center in your area.
- Take your Air Leakage Control Installer exam (field).
- Certification: If successful, your certification will be available for print or download in your candidate account.
Exam Preparation
Candidates must take a field exam to become Air Leakage Control Installer certified.
Field exam: Verbal and hands-on field portion
Time limit: 7 hours
Passing score: 90% or higher on the verbal portion and a 93% or higher on remaining props. To be successful, you must receive a score of 90% on the verbal portion, pass all gated props, and receive a minimum score of 93% on the remaining un-gated props.
Processing time for exam results: 2-4 weeks
Recertification
BPI Air Leakage Control Installers must recertify every three (3) years.
Candidates that meet specific work experience criteria after becoming certified may be able to bypass the field exam.
Please review the Certification Renewal Policies for more information. Fill out the Application for Certification Renewal
Approved BPI CEU Hours
These BPI Advanced Credit Hours are approved for BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) Certification CEU renewal:
| A BPI Approved Course | Advanced Hours for Exam |
|---|---|
| 6 | |
| 8 | |
| 4 | |
| 4 | |
| 2 | |
| 6 | |
| 6 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
| 1 | |
| 8 | |
| 4 | |
| 1 | |
| 6 | |
| 11.3 | |
| 1 |