Posts Tagged Air conditioning

Ductwork Testing

Based on field testing conducted statewide over a number of years, the California Energy Commission estimates the average duct leakage in California homes regardless of size and vintage to be 30%.
This translates into an increase in heating and cooling costs of approximately 20% for the average home.

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Blower Door Test

The most effective and straightforward method to estimate a home’s air leakage is to place it under a test pressure and measure how much air it takes to maintain that pressure. This is best accomplished with a blower door.

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Energy Efficiency Tax Credits

The federal government’s stimulus package provides tax credits for an assortment of energy efficient home improvements. These range from building envelope improvements like air sealing and insulation through windows, heating and cooling equipment all the way to renewable energy projects like PV solar.

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