Home Energy Audits

Essential Energy Audit
(includes Austin ECAD audit)

Windows & Shading around the home
Attic Insulation level and condition
Heating & Cooling air duct Condition
HVAC Duct Leakage
Air infiltration & weatherstripping condition
 

Complete Energy Audits

Adds upon the essential audit by adding a blower door test.  Using this specialized equipment, we can test and measure the air tightness of the building envelope, locate leakage points, and prioritize repair recommendations.
 

Blower Door
A blower door is used to depressurize the home to determine the amount air leakage in and out of the building.
A home with too much air infiltration is likely costing the homeowner in utility bills and comfort.  A home that does not have adequate air changeovers can result in a stuffy, “sick building”.  This may also include high humidity in the residence as well as inadequate combustion air supply for gas appliances, which could result in carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. 

Duct Blaster System
A duct blaster is used to evaluate the performance of air distribution systems.  We can determine the air tightness of forced air duct systems in homes and light commercial buildings.  Duct leakage problems can be identified by measuring the fan flow and duct pressure.  This information can be used to estimate energy loss and efficiency.