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Home Energy Audits in Maryland

A comprehensive energy audit can make your journey towards better comfort and lower energy usage easier to navigate.

One of the greatest outcomes of an energy audit is learning about how physics is working against us and understanding the key ways to fend it off. Doing so means the HVAC will not need to run as much - a huge way to save energy and money!

The Maryland Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program is a great resource for anyone looking to get in the driver's seat when it comes to your home's performance.

After all, our houses are our biggest investment - shouldn't we take care of them the right way with proper guidance?

What's Included in an Energy Audit?

Home infrared imaging services

Thermal imaging of the different areas of your home.

Outside

Outside

Exterior Inspection 

An assessment of the exterior of your home is done to report on any foundation issues, drainage effectiveness & roof condition.  Ventilation, siding and fenestration are also evaluated.

Inside

Inside

Appliances, Thermal Imaging, Safety

We look to get an in-depth assessment of the different areas of the home that can present problems if not properly maintained.  Infrared camera imaging can uncover issues that will effect comfort and overall efficiency.

Air leakage testing in Maryland

Blower door pressure testing.

Insulation

Insulation

What condition is your insulation in right now?

Identifying the envelope of your home is enlightening and it may not be exactly in the locations you think.  Investigating the thermal & pressure boundary and identifying opportunities to improve them are critical to a successful energy audit.

Results

Results

Measure air leakage before & after.

Blower door testing can assign an air flow measurement to your home and uncover air leakage in a house.  Solutions and recommendations can be provided for issues that are found during the audit.

Other services: 

Maryland replacement door contractor

Hometrust can evaluate doors for performance and air leakage through the use of thermal imaging and pressure testing.  An onsite door report will be provided as well as guidance and pricing information.

Window replacement contractor in Maryland

Hometrust can evaluate windows & doors for performance and air leakage through the use of thermal imaging and pressure testing.  An onsite window report will be provided as well as guidance and pricing information.

Duct Leakage Diagnostics

When ducts inside the thermal envelope are leaking it can cause pressure imbalances.  Pressure imbalances can cause rooms to receive poor air delivery and therefore might be warmer or colder, depending on the season. 

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Building Analyst
Envelope Professional
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Pepco Approved Energy Contractor

Helping You!

*Improve home comfort
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Educate you about your home
*Find air leakage in your home
*Improve energy efficiency
*Use science for solutions
*Assess your building's shell
*Help prioritize improvements
*Find the root causes
*Assess insulation levels
*Measure indoor air quality
*Evaluate windows & doors
*Evaluate attic ventilation

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    Specialized Maryland Contractor

     

    • MHIC Licensed
    • Building Analyst Certified
    • Envelope Professional Certification
    • EPA Lead Renovator Certified
    • YouTube Learning Channel
       

     

    Our mission is to help Maryland homeowners create a more comfortable home and save energy. We achieve this by applying building science principles and modern air sealing and insulating techniques.


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    Services & Service Areas

    SERVICE AREA COUNTIES
    Anne Arundel County, Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Carroll County, Harford County, Howard County, Montgomery County, Prince George's County

     

     

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    8345 Sperry Court
    Laurel, MD 20723
    301.957.6532
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    Hometrust Remodeling

    Proudly working in BGE & Pepco's Home Performance w/ ENERGY STAR program in Maryland to deliver whole-house energy savings to improve comfort & help protect the environment.
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    An Energy Auditor's Purpose 
    "Energy auditors visit residential buildings and talk to owners and residents.  They inspect, test, and measure to decide what energy-efficient retrofits are practical and cost-effective." Residential Energy