Services > Energy Audit Service includes:

Performance Data Evaluation: Evaluation of utility bills to assess how efficiently the home uses energy. This assessment informs decisions about the appropriate level of investment in labor and materials.

Interview: Preliminary interview with owner, prior to assessment, to define goals of project.

Blower Door Test: Used to quantify total air/energy leaks from the home. Used to determine minimum ventilation guideline (MVG) to ensure that house maintains healthy level of ventilation after air sealing. Also used to make zonal measurements to determine infiltration rates from crawlspace, attic or other unheated zone.

Infrared Scan: Imaging is conducted in conjunction with blower door testing to accurately profile hidden air leakage in the building. Test is also used to identify insulation deficiencies and other anomalies. Photos are incorporated into report.

Duct Leakage Test: Test is conducted in conjunction with blower door test to quantify duct leakage. This assessment is used to guide any duct sealing efforts.

Building Inspection: In addition to blower door test and infrared scan, this is a visual inspection of building components that may be contributing to energy loss:

  • Insulation: Inspection of existing type, quality and amount of insulation in the context of recommended R-values for our climate.
  • Windows & Doors: Evaluation of window and door function. Components are also assessed for heat loss and gain against Energy Star performance standards.
  • Duct Inspection: Visual Inspection of any accessible duct work.

Equipment & Appliances: Evaluation of heating and hot water equipment. Includes recommendations for modifications to increase efficiency. Major electrical appliances also surveyed.

Carbon Monoxide Test: Basic sampling undertaken to assess whether any combustion appliances are malfunctioning and generating unacceptable levels of carbon monoxide (CO) in the home.

Indoor Air Quality: Assess indoor air quality issues including moisture, dust, etc. Includes evaluation of (kitchen and bathroom) exhaust fan function and duct work design.

Summary Report: Client receives customized report explaining test results and observations. With this education as foundation, the report then lays out a prioritized remediation strategy.

Contact: Fred Mitchell … Image of a telephone 206.491.7832