My comprehensive energy audits include blower door testing, infrared imaging, inspection of mechanical equipment and insulation and complete combustion safety testing. I will provide a detailed report including prioritized recommendations and how they are projected to affect future utility bills.
If you are planning or undergoing either major or minor renovations, or if you are looking to invest in energy efficiency improvements, my energy modeling services will help you make informed decisions. Using computer modeling of your home, I will pinpoint the most cost effective upgrades and provide estimated utility bills to determine your return on your investment.
I am not affiliated with any retailers, real estate salesmen, product manufacturers or installers, so you can be sure I will provide an unbiased review of your home to help you make informed decisions.
A residential home diagnostic energy audit performed by me will include the following important items, as a minimum, conducted in full compliance with the standards and protocol prescribed by the Building Performance Institute (BPI):
1. I will identify the type, size, condition and rate of energy consumption for each major energy-using device (furnace, air conditioner, heat pump, water heater, etc.).
2. I will make specific recommendations for appropriate energy conservation, operation and maintenance procedures using a numerical analysis derived from diagnostic testing, measurements and energy consumption computer modeling. (In other words, sound advice as to how to use your present equipment more efficiently.)
3. I will conduct diagnostic testing that will include a measurement of the amount of air leakage calculated through the administration of a blower door test, combustion safety and efficiency testing and infrared scanning. (How much of your heated and cooled air is escaping to the outdoors and how much unfiltered and polluted air is being pulled in behind it, as it leaves? These tests will tell us that, and much more.)
4. I will identify energy-related health and safety deficiencies that could be caused by, or made worse by, weatherization activities.
This important step includes a test for gas leaks, carbon monoxide and natural ventilation in homes with combustion appliances, an inspection for moisture problems and other indoor pollution problems.
5. I will report current and potential health and safety problems that I find and how they may be affected by the proposed changes.
6. I will project the energy and cash savings expected from specific energy efficiency improvement recommendations.
