Maine Energy Audits
Clough Toppan checking the final set-up for a “blower door” test. This is a critical test where the house is put under negative pressure. The fan in the blower door test sucks the air out of the home and by comparing various pressure readings through-out the building, a trained energy auditor can determine the tightness of the building.
An Energy Audit is a systematic approach for understanding a building’s energy use. By conducting an energy audit of your home, we can save you a great deal of money on an annual basis. I provide several energy audit services with charges between $200 to $550 with an appropriate range of technical services for each level.
As a trained energy auditor, certified by the State of Maine and the Building Performance Institute, using specialized equipment, I will go to your home and determine if the home heating energy use is being properly and efficiently utilized.
A complete Energy audit will take several hours but can result in savings in the range of 25%-40% yearly. You would be surprised to know what energy improvements you can make in your home for one-fourth the cost of window replacement. The energy audit I will perform for you will detail energy savings recommendations, estimated costs, and recommendations regarding weatherization contractors. With current programs available through Maine State Housing Authority and Efficiency Maine, an energy audit and weatherization is more affordable.
There are a lot of simple things you can do to reduce your energy use, and small things can add up to make a big difference. Learn how small things like replacing incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent light bulbs, washing clothes in cold water, and caulking and weather sealing your home can add up to big savings, by visiting the Efficiency Maine website.
You can audit your home’s energy use by using an on-line home energy calculator. ENERGY STAR’s Home Energy Yardstick allows you to enter information specific to your home, and then advises you on home energy improvements that should save you money.
In addition, the University of Maine Cooperative Extension has established a website to provide research-based information on saving money through energy conservation and alternative energy sources. The University of Maine Cooperative Extensions also has several Do It Yourself: Energy Savings at Home videos available for download.