How can I Go Green?

A certified energy inspector from Cutting Edge Inspections will make a thorough inspection of all energy related conditions in your home. After the data has been collected the information is uploaded to CMC Energy services for analysis. Then a comprehensive report will be issued, all based on local costs and prices.
Our energy inspectors are certified by CMC Energy Services, a leader in residential energy services since 1977.

Did you know?

Energy bills are typically the second largest cost of home ownership.
Under the 2005 Energy Bill homeowners can take a tax credit for up to $500 max. (Not all, but some credits are still available although they have to be in use by 2016).
That old refrigerator running in the basement or garage could be costing as much as $20.00 / month in energy usage.

Pie chart shows how air escapes from a typical home: 31% floors, ceiling, walls; 15% ducts; 14% fireplace; 13% plumbing penetrations, 11% doors; 10% windows; 4% fans and vents; 2% electric outlets.

How Does the Air Escape?
Air infiltrates into and out of your home through every hole, nook, and cranny. About one-third of this air infiltrates through openings in your ceilings, walls, and floors.

Cutaway house illustration showing areas of home where air leaks. Refer to caption for list.

Sources of Air Leaks in Your Home
Areas that leak air into and out of your home cost you lots of money. Check the areas listed below.

1 Dropped ceiling

5 Water and furnace flues

9 Window frames

2 Recessed light

6 All ducts

10 Electrical outlets and switches

3 Attic entrance

7 Door frames

11 Plumbing and utility access

Why should I have a home energy survey?

Our recommendations can make your home more comfortable – warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer.
Recommendations from a home energy audit can reduce home energy costs by an average of 25%.

An energy efficient home is more valuable in the marketplace.
It is easy and affordable.

No one has the ability to control energy prices, but each of us has the ability to reduce energy consumption. One way to accomplish this is to identify the most cost effective options available today and then take action to reduce energy waste and increase the efficiency of our homes mechanical and insulating systems. Following just a few energy rules will not only you save money, but can make your home more comfortable year round. One way to accomplish this COST EFFECTIVE reduction of energy use is to start with a "HOME ENERGY TUNE UP^®". A "HOME ENERGY TUNE UP^®" will provide you with the most comprehensive information needed to define which actions provide the best, most reasonable economic benefit to you the homeowner and therefore which area should be addressed first to maximize cost savings and investment.

There are many who may want give you advice on what "they" think you need to do to lower your utility bills. Some may say that you "need" to replace your windows, while others may tell you that a new furnace will save more than you can imagine. The truth is, every home is different. I believe you would be sorely disappointed if you spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on expensive window replacements and then discover that you could have achieved more savings in heating and cooling expense with a few hundred dollars worth of insulation or just sealing (caulking) up areas where air was getting in? The "HOME ENERGY TUNE UP^®" report will inform you what energy saving measures are cost effective for your particular home in realistic payback by the number of years.

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