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Home Energy Audit
HOME ENERGY AUDIT
Is your energy sneaking out the door?
Whether you're optimizing your current home's energy efficiency or planning a renovation, a Home Energy Audit gives you answers. Think of it as a check-up for your house. Our experts will assess how energy-efficient your home is and show you where small changes can make a big difference. It’s all about making your home work smarter, not harder.
Benefits include:
- Long-term energy savings — Home energy upgrades save you month after month on your energy bill.
- Increase to home value — Having an EnerGuide rating and making efficiency upgrades is attractive to prospective home buyers.
- Environmental impact — Reducing energy waste helps the planet!
The EnerGuide program gives you a simple rating of your home's energy use and easy tips to save energy. Plus, you’ll increase your home’s value and shrink its environmental footprint. Ready to see where your home could improve?
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Looking for a Home Energy Audit in Alberta? We offer this service in Calgary, Edmonton, Fort McMurray, Grande Prairie, Lethbridge, Red Deer and the surrounding areas.
Available Locations
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Airdrie
Anzac
Balzac
Bearspaw
Beaumont
Blackfalds
Bragg Creek
Calgary
Chestermere
Claresholm
Coaldale
Coalhurst
Cochrane
Crossfield
Devon
Edmonton
Fort MacLeod
Fort McMurray
Fort Saskatchewan
Gibbons
Grande Prairie
High River
Innisfail
Lacombe
Langdon
Leduc
Lethbridge
Morinville
Nisku
Okotoks
Olds
Pincher Creek
Ponoka
Raymond
Red Deer
Rocky Mountain House
Sherwood Park
Spring Bank
Spruce Grove
St. Albert
Pricing
Since every project is unique, our pricing is all estimate based. Don’t worry though, you won't receive a surprise bill. We will go over the entire project's costs with you before the work begins.
What to Expect
- Plan for about 2-4 hours for your appointment. Depending on the size and age of your home, the energy advisor will need time to perform a detailed inspection. You can choose to stay throughout the process, step in for parts of it, or go about your day.
- Ensure all areas of your home are accessible, including the attic, basement, crawl spaces, and utility rooms.
- Disable alarm systems while the energy advisor is inspecting the home.
- To ensure safety, please crate or remove pets from the inspection area.
- Turn on the electricity, gas, and heating systems before we arrive.
- Your home energy tech will conduct a blower door test to measure air leaks and airflow. This involves setting up a temporary fan in an exterior door, so please make sure that area is clear.
- Get your home blower door test-ready: Make sure all windows and doors are installed. Exposed ceilings, exterior walls and exposed floors must be intact.
- If you have a wood-burning fireplace, clear out ashes before your appointment.
- You'll get a thorough evaluation of your home’s insulation, windows, doors and heating and cooling systems.
- After the inspection, you will get a personalized energy report. This report will show your home’s EnerGuide rating and suggest improvements.
- Your energy advisor will talk to you about the results. They will suggest ways to use energy better. This can help you save money and lower your carbon footprint.
Why Rümi?
At Rümi, we’re basically your home’s personal assistant. We can arrange an installation, fix a problem, and have a specialized professional come look at the thing you’ve been avoiding under your sink. We have all the best vetted pros on speed-dial and freeing you from your to-do list is our #1 goal.
Our guiding mission is to create homeowner happiness, one smile at a time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should get a Home Energy Audit?
Homeowners who want to make their homes more comfortable and efficient should think about a Home Energy Audit. This can help lower energy bills!
It’s especially valuable for those with older homes, people planning renovations, or anyone looking to sell their property and boost its market value.
What are the benefits of getting a Home Energy Audit?
A home audit identifies areas where your home is wasting energy and provides clear recommendations to fix those problems. This can lead to lower utility bills, a more comfortable home, increased property value, and reduced environmental impact. It’s also an excellent starting point for future home improvements.
How long does a Home Energy Audit take?
A typical home energy assessment takes about 2-4 hours, depending on the size and complexity of your home. After the on-site assessment, you'll receive a detailed report with recommendations within a few days.
What is an EnerGuide Energy Assessment?
An EnerGuide Energy Assessment is a standardized evaluation of your home’s energy performance, provided by certified energy advisors. It includes a home assessment, energy modelling, and an EnerGuide label that rates your home’s efficiency. This label helps you understand where your home stands and how to improve it.
What does an EnerGuide Assessment include?
The assessment checks your home’s insulation, windows, heating and cooling systems, and other energy features.
During the evaluation, our energy advisors will:
- Review your home, including windows, doors, walls, ceilings, and foundation.
- Measure insulation levels and surface areas.
- Assess your heating, cooling, ventilation, and hot water systems.
- Conduct a blower door test to measure air leaks.
- Perform a depressurization test if needed to check for combustion issues.
- Measure air changes per hour at 50 pascals of pressure.
- Identify areas where air leaks the most.
- Compare your home’s energy efficiency to a 2020 National Building Code standard.
- Provide upgrade recommendations with estimated energy savings.
- Issue an EnerGuide rating and label for your home’s current energy performance.
What do I get from an EnerGuide Home Energy Audit?
After the evaluation, you’ll receive:
- An EnerGuide rating label showing your home’s energy consumption in gigajoules (GJ) per year.
- A detailed report on your home’s current energy use.
- A Renovation Upgrade Report with personalized recommendations for upgrades that save the most energy, money, and improve comfort.
If you’re planning energy-efficient improvements, a follow-up evaluation may be needed to show how the upgrades have boosted your home’s energy performance. This is useful for selling your home or applying for rebates on energy-efficient upgrades.
What actions can I take after receiving the results of a Home Energy Audit?
Once you receive your report, you can start making changes to improve energy efficiency. This might include sealing air leaks, adding insulation, upgrading windows, or replacing old heating and cooling systems. Your report will prioritize these improvements based on cost-effectiveness.
How much money can I save from enhancing my home's energy efficiency?
The amount you save depends on the improvements you make. Homeowners can typically save a substantial amount on energy bills after implementing recommendations from the assessment. Major upgrades like new windows or HVAC systems can lead to even greater savings in the long run.
How do I prepare for a Home Energy Audit?
Before the energy advisor arrives, make sure all areas of your home are accessible, including the attic, basement, and any crawl spaces.
Is there any financial assistance for energy-efficient upgrades?
In many regions, rebates and incentives are available to help offset the cost of energy-efficient upgrades. Reach out to your local government or utility companies. Ask if you can receive financial assistance after completing a Home Energy Audit.
Check out these resources for help financing efficiency upgrades:
Will a Home Energy Audit increase the value of my home?
Yes, energy-efficient homes are often more attractive to buyers. A home energy assessment can highlight the efficiency of your home or point to specific upgrades that, once completed, can increase your property’s resale value.
