Northeast Air Sealing

What is a home energy evaluation?

An energy evaluation on a home is like what a physical is to a human patient. We

look at many different aspects of the home to determine the current condition from an energy usage standpoint.

Using an IR scanner, we can look at all the outside walls to determine the

presence of insulation, and the condition of it. We then use a device called a blower door to determine the total amount of air loss of the home. These in conjunction with an array of other diagnostic tools are used to generate a comprehensive energy analysis of your home.

What things are considered during an evaluation?

·	Total air loss of the home.
·	Presence of insulation in the walls.
·	Presence of and quantity of insulation in attic areas.
·	Effect of convection in walls, chases, and floors.
·	Condition and leakage of HVAC ductwork and room-to-room balance issues.
·	Major air infiltration (draft) locations and their origins.
·	The contribution of windows and outside doors to total energy loss.
·	Air loss around traditional fireplaces and gas fireplaces.
·	Diagnostic furnace evaluation.

Results

The results of the evaluation are compiled and presented to you in a format that

allows you to understand the issues. It will also include recommendations as to the most effective improvements to save energy, and increase the comfort in your home.

Outcome

Not every home needs to be upgraded, but if the results of the evaluation suggest

that there can be improvements, we recommend several options.

Clients are welcome to do the work themselves, or call a contractor of their

choice. We offer a re-test option at a reduced cost. This is a basic blower door test to document improvements from repairs.

Clients are also invited to allow Northeast Air Sealing to submit a quote for the

upgrade using our staff of trained personnel. Re-testing and documentation will be issued as part of the upgrade.

Please contact us for more information.