A ServiceMark Comprehensive Home Energy Audit will first uncover energy inefficiencies in your home. Then you'll receive a report on efficiency improvements that will give you the fastest payback in energy savings.
With all the rebates, tax credits and financing options available right now, it can become very confusing. We'll streamline this information for you and develop a customized plan so that your time and money is spent as efficiently as possible.
A Whole Home Energy Audit can also help:
- Improve your home's energy efficiency year-round
- Reduce your monthly utility bills
- Take advantage of state and federal incentives for upgrades
When deciding to do a home energy audit, make the right choice in contractors.
Insist on using Building Performance Institute certified professionals like those at ServiceMark if you want to know that the work is done right and you're getting value for your money.
BPI contractors have completed rigorous training focused on evaluating the overall performance of your home. Your home has many systems including heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment and the building envelope or outer shell -- the foundations, walls, roof and their component parts like windows and doors. All of these systems are connected and are key to raising your home's energy efficiency and durability.
Our technicians have received the best in training.
BPI Certification requires each person to pass not only a written exam for competency and base knowledge in their field, but also a field exam where he or she applies what they know.
Our certified technicians use specialized software referred to as TREAT (Targeted Retrofit Energy Analysis Tool) to build a comprehensive model of your home's energy use. This software allows us to calculate energy usage and predict energy savings you'll realize when improvements are made.
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Helpful answers to your questions about Home Energy Audits:
Q: What exactly is an Energy Audit?
A: An Energy Audit is an assessment of how much energy your home consumes, combined with suggestions on how you can make your home more energy-efficient. An audit shows you where your house is losing energy, and how your insulation, heating and cooling systems, electrical systems and appliances, could be made more efficient.
Q: What happens during an Energy Audit?
A: Your energy audit will involve:
- Survey of the exterior of the home
- Homeowner interview
- Combustion appliance zone testing
- A blower door test - depressurization of home and test for air infiltration
- Evaluation of existing heating, cooling and water heating equipment
- Evaluation of the building envelope and ventilation system
- Evaluation of larger electric utilizing appliances
- Identify energy savings opportunities
Q: What aspects of my home are involved in an Energy Audit?
A: Audit services are designed to inspect and evaluate every aspect of air flow within your home’s building envelope.
Q: What are some of the commonly recommended improvements?
A: Some of the measures commonly recommended in the course of a home energy audit include:
- Sealing air leaks and adding insulation
- Improving heating and cooling systems
- Sealing ductwork
- Upgrading lighting and appliances
Q: What should I do to prepare for my home Energy Audit?
A: The following preparations:
- Allow up to 2-4 hours for your audit – timing varies by home structure, design and size
- You will need your last 12 months of utility bills available to review with the Energy Audit team
- Full access to attic, mechanical room and major appliances is required
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