Energy Audits in Louisville, KY

HomeMD Energy Inspection Services

Are you losing money through inefficient heating and cooling systems? Unsure about where your hard-earned dollars are disappearing to? Experience inconsistent room temperatures and escalating utility bills?

Our expert Home Energy Inspectors utilize cutting-edge technology to pinpoint energy inefficiencies, offering:

• Blower door tests to identify house leakiness
• Duct blaster tests to assess duct system integrity
• Thermal Bypass Checklist for insulation effectiveness

Benefit from our expertise:

• 20+ years of industry experience
• Prompt and professional service
• Certified professionals ensuring high-quality work
• Weekend appointments available for your convenience
• Fully licensed and insured for your peace of mind

HomeMD is an Energy Star Partner and RESNET HERS Rater serving Louisville, Oldham County, and surrounding areas. Our licensed energy auditors deliver detailed reports with actionable recommendations to lower your utility bills immediately.

What Happens During a Home Energy Audit

An energy audit measures how much conditioned air your house loses and shows you where it goes. Instead of guessing, we test the house and give you a prioritized list of fixes.

• Blower door test: a calibrated fan depressurizes the house so we can measure total air leakage and trace drafts with smoke or thermal imaging.
• Duct leakage test: a duct blaster pressurizes the duct system to show how much heated or cooled air escapes into attics, crawlspaces and wall cavities.
• Insulation and thermal bypass review: we look at attic coverage, rim joists, knee walls and the gaps around chimneys, plumbing and wiring.
• Thermal imaging: infrared images reveal missing insulation and air leaks that cannot be seen by eye.

Common Findings in Louisville Homes

The same problems show up again and again, and many are inexpensive to fix once they are located.

• Unsealed attic hatches, recessed lights and chimney chases that let conditioned air escape
• Leaky or disconnected ducts in attics and crawlspaces
• Thin or settled attic insulation, especially in 1950s to 1980s houses
• Open rim joists and band areas above basement walls
• Poorly sealed windows, doors and fireplace dampers

Who Benefits From an Energy Audit

Homeowners with high utility bills or rooms that never feel comfortable get the clearest payoff. Buyers use an audit to plan upgrades before they move in, and sellers use one to show that a home has been looked after. As a RESNET HERS Rater, HomeMD can also provide the testing that new construction and some energy programs call for.

What You Receive

You get a written report with the test results, photos and recommendations ranked by cost and benefit, so you can decide what to tackle first. We explain the findings on site and answer questions afterward.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a home energy audit take?

Most audits take two to three hours depending on the size of the home and the number of tests.

Is an energy audit the same as a home inspection?

No. A home inspection evaluates the condition of the house and its systems. An energy audit measures air leakage, duct performance and insulation. Many clients combine them to save a trip.

Will an audit lower my utility bills?

The audit itself does not, but sealing leaks and adding insulation where we recommend usually reduces energy use and improves comfort.

Do I need to prepare the house?

Please have access to the attic, basement and mechanical areas, and plan for the house to be closed up during testing.

Where do you perform energy audits?

Throughout Louisville, Jefferson County and Oldham County.

Ready to find where your home is losing energy? Call 502-290-3935 or schedule online.