Home Energy
Assessment
What is A Home Energy Assessment?
A home energy assessment diagnoses a business or home and exposes areas which may be energy deficient. The assessment measures energy usage, energy loss, energy deficient areas which need improvement, appraises combustion safety and evaluates indoor air quality. A home energy assessment is comprised of a series of energy tests which reveal any deficiencies in the building systems, insulation or structure.
Once the building has been evaluated and any energy deficiencies have been uncovered, an insulation strategy plan is designed to upgrade quality while also increasing energy efficiency and comfort. An energy audit can also help to qualify you for any rebates or discounts available from your energy supplier.
Home Energy Assessment Tests
An energy audit consists of a series of diagnostic tests used to evaluate the energy efficiency of a home or business. By exposing any potential energy loss, our technicians can insulate deficient areas, creating a more comfortable environment while reducing utility costs.
Blower door tests measure the amount of air entering or exiting the structure. A forceful blower fan is attached to a door frame on the exterior of the building. The fan blows out air and lowers the inside air pressure.
Once the inside air pressure is lower than the outside air pressure, any holes or cracks within the building begin to bring in the exterior air, uncovering energy deficient areas and drafts within the building.
Thermal imaging evaluates interior walls with a thermal imaging device to find temperature differences and areas with missing insulation. This inspection is generally performed in conjunction with a blower door test. The air escaping the structure appears as black streaks on the thermal imaging device, exposing weak points within the building.
Combustion safety tests are conducted using a monometer tool, which evaluates the structure for any gas leaks and ensures that all combustible appliances are leak-free, adequately vented, and working efficiently.
Indoor air quality tests investigate the presence of pollutants such as excess moisture, volatile organic compounds, carbon monoxide, and radon. Identifying issues with indoor air quality help you get at the root of any home comfort issues and can improve the safety of your home.
What Do We Test?
THERMAL IMAGING
We see inside walls.
Identify missing insulation, hot, and cold spots on your walls and ceiling.
BLOWER DOOR TEST
We find drafts.
Locate the source of drafts for more even temperatures and lower utility bills.
COMBUSTION SAFETY
We keep you safe.
Find gas leaks, and test combustion appliances for safety and efficiency.
WHOLE HOME ASSESSMENT
We investigate.
Learn about your home and discover how much you could be saving.
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
We help you breathe.
Indoor air quality tests investigate the presence of pollutants such as excess moisture, volatile organic compounds, carbon monoxide, and radon.
See how our company can improve the comfort and energy efficiency of your home or business.
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