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Building Envelope Testing

Energy Efficiency: A blower door test can identify air leaks and drafts in a building's envelope, which can significantly impact energy efficiency. By pinpointing these leaks, your HVAC professional can take steps to seal them, reducing heating and cooling costs.

Improved Comfort: Air leaks can lead to temperature imbalances and drafts within a home. By detecting and addressing these leaks, a blower door test can help improve overall comfort levels by maintaining a consistent indoor temperature.

Indoor Air Quality: Air leaks can allow outdoor and attic pollutants, allergens, and contaminants to enter a building, negatively impacting indoor air quality. A blower door test can help identify these infiltration points so that they can be sealed, leading to healthier indoor air.

Building Code Compliance: In some regions, blower door tests are required to demonstrate compliance with energy efficiency and building code standards. Customers may request these tests to ensure their new construction or renovation projects meet regulatory requirements.

Home Inspections: Buyers and sellers of homes may request blower door tests as part of a home inspection. This can help uncover any hidden air leakage issues that could affect the value of the property or influence negotiations.

 

Energy Audits: Customers interested in reducing their carbon footprint and energy consumption often request blower door tests as part of an energy audit. The results can help prioritize energy-saving measures and guide investments in insulation and air sealing.

 

Health and Allergy Concerns: Customers with respiratory conditions or allergies may want to identify and seal air leaks to minimize the entry of outdoor allergens and pollutants, creating a healthier living environment.

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