I took the dive...I got an energy audit. It wasn't a hard call...I got the audit for free! I live in Loudoun County and the fine folks in LC were handing out a small number of free energy audits to residents that had some good tips to share on energy conservation. Apparently they liked my tip!
I've wanted an energy audit for a long time, but just never got around to it. There always seemed to be something more important or interesting to be dealing with (I'm human too, not just a tree-hugger). But seriously, I've wanted an energy audit to help confirm some issues I knew must exist in my house and also to reveal issues I may not know about.
I'm happy to report that I gained both from my energy audit. And the estimated cost for getting these issues resolved - and get me on my way to energy savings - are very reasonable. We fully intend to implement each of these items, some on our own, some from professional services. We will have to phase the fixes in over the next few months, but they'll get done.
Check back soon...to check on me.
Good recommendation--there are a lot of simple things people can do. And there are deeper improvements the make homes more energy-efficient (and safer and more comfortable at the same time) . Regarding the home energy audit, it’s important to get the right audit–accurate and actionable and looking at the right things like duct leakage, air infiltration, and equipment efficiency and combustion safety and an analysis of utility bills. For a bit more background on audits and additional links, follow my post at http://greenhomesamerica.wordpress.com/2009/05/07/home-energy-audits-2/
Thanks and good luck!
Mike
Posted by: Mike Rogers | May 16, 2009 at 08:09 PM