Do you own a home now? Do you plan to buy one in the future, or do you need to sell the one you have to fit the needs of an expanding family?

We all need to live in something.

investments that you will make in you lifetime. Your home is the place that you and your family will spend more time in than all other places combined. Shouldn’t it also be the most comfortable and efficient one? When you drive down a street and look at all the different types of homes there are, they all have one thing in common, energy.

All homes take energy to be comfortable.

determine the cost to heat and cool it. Even the past history of energy consumption is not always an accurate indicator. Variables such as heat and cool settings, time out of the house with the heat down or air conditioning off, and the previous owner’s preferences can all give erroneous information about energy usage.

You wouldn’t buy a car without knowing the gas mileage.

Home inspections that look for the integrity of the structure, septic systems, etc. are not mandatory, but they are strongly recommended. Why? Because no one wants to get stuck with problems and extra expenses in the future. Don’t get stuck with an energy money pit. It doesn’t make sense.

It costs less to have an energy evaluation done than a structure inspection.

choice is yours. Have your home tested, repaired, and documented now, so you can enjoy the comfort and efficiency while you’re in it. When the time comes to sell your home, you’re ahead of the game.

Energy efficiency is a desirable and important selling feature. Plan ahead.