The cost of living has increased substantially due to inflation over the past year. As a result, more homeowners in Mathis, TX, are searching for ways to save money without compromising their quality of life. While an upfront cost, scheduling a home energy audit this spring can help you pinpoint where you’re wasting energy and save money.
Start With a DIY Home Energy Audit
There’s no harm in performing your own energy efficiency assessment before calling a professional for assistance. Finding out where you’re wasting energy the most and rectifying the problem can help you save hundreds or even thousands of dollars every year. Here are a few tasks that you can complete during your DIY home energy audit:
- Seal air leaks around your home in windows and doors.
- Replace incandescent lights with energy-efficient LED light bulbs.
- Change the filter in your heater or air conditioner.
Schedule a Professional Audit Afterward
A professional knows exactly where to look to find where you’re wasting and saving the most energy. They will perform a detailed room-by-room inspection, evaluate your energy bills closely and complete a blower door test. They will complete other technical assessments, like a thermographic inspection, air infiltration measurement and air balancing.
Reap the Energy-Saving Rewards
Once a professional has completed your home energy audit, they will recommend ways to resolve the most problematic energy-wasting areas of your house. If you implement them, you’ll notice improved HVAC performance, enhanced indoor comfort and lower energy bills. You’ll also reduce your home’s carbon footprint and impact on the environment.
Do you suspect your home is wasting energy and needlessly draining your bank account? Contact Bodine-Scott Air Conditioning Co. to schedule a home energy audit this spring. We’ll help you take your home’s energy efficiency to the next level of savings. For your convenience, we offer a 24-hour answering service to address all your comfort concerns.
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