Don Ames's Blog – July 2012 Archive (3)
4 Mini-Splits and Heat Pump Efficiency, Will It Work?
Yes, I drive tractors too. Along with the home energy audit work, I’m a farmer at heart. I received a call from a gentlemen that needs some help backfilling and leveling out the dirt around the foundation of his homes new addition.
Now that the ground is dry enough, I load up my 24 horsepower Kabota tractor with bucket, attach the tiller and head over to his place. I find an old original house that was constructed shortly after the wagon trains arrived. Attached to the side is the new…
Continue4 Things to Check Before Installing a New, High Efficient Heating System.
I had just completed a home energy audit and learned that insulation levels and air sealing measures were up-to-speed. After crawling into the attic, performing a duct blaster, checking the temperature of the hot water, and a bunch of other things, I had come to the educated conclusion that this home’s best chance for improved energy efficiency and lower energy bills while heating the house would include replacing the heating source.
The 80% gas furnace is in the garage right next to…
ContinueAdded by Don Ames on July 4, 2012 at 10:38pm — 7 Comments
Visually Inspect Your Home For Energy Saving Gold
Whether you are a “do-it-yourself” home energy auditor or a seasoned professional, learning about a home from an initial visual inspection is an important tool during an energy audit of home which can highlight energy saving opportunities. The visual inspection is the first indication…
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