What is a home energy audit?

A home energy audit, or “energy assessment,” helps determine where energy is being wasted and where you should prioritize upgrades in your home.

Energy audits are carried out by an energy auditor who will review your energy bills, complete visual inspections and possibly use special equipment—such as an infrared camera or blower—to determine where energy loss is occurring in your home.

Based on the data collected by the auditor, you’ll receive a detailed report outlining the best efficiency upgrades that will help save energy—and money!

For more information about energy audits, or to find an energy auditor in your region, visit the U.S. Department of Energy or Natural Resources Canada websites. 

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