FAQ: Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Home
Energy Audit?
A home Energy Audit is recognized by Energy Star as the first step towards improving a home’s energy efficiency. During the audit we inspect ALL accessible areas using the latest technology including Infrared Thermal Imaging to find hidden energy problems that may not be readily seen with the naked eye.
Read moreWhy do you need copies of my energy bills?
We will need copies of your gas and electric bills for the last 12 months because… After a Comprehensive Energy Audit we provide the solutions to: $AVE YOU MONEY AND MAKE YOUR LIVING ENVIRONMENT MORE COMFORTABLE.
Read moreAre home audits safe?
We follow a test-in test-out procedure to make sure that it’s a safe working environment as well as to determine if there are safety issues for the homeowner.
Read moreWhere does the energy go?
A staggering 21% of all energy used in the United States is used in homes. Where does all of the energy go? Over 40% of the energy consumed in a home is used for heating and cooling, water heating and lighting uses around 20%, and appliances including refrigeration use more than 15%. These are areas [...]
Read more‘R’ this. ‘R’ that. What’s all this ‘R’ about?
A material’s R-value (or R value) is the measure of its resistance to heat flow. It is important to know the R-value because many states or regions require that a roof system, walls, attics have a minimum amount of thermal resistance. The way it works is simple: the higher the R-value, the more the material [...]
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