RESIDENTIAL HOME ENERGY AUDIT REPORT

TRI-STATE SMART HOME SOLUTIONS LLC7402083966

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RESIDENTIAL HOME ENERGY AUDIT REPORT

1234 Main St.Gallipolis OH 45631

Buyer Name01/23/2019 9:00AM

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Table of Contents

Table of ContentsSUMMARY1: INSPECTION DETAILS2: HEATING3: PLUMBING4: COOLING5: AIR LEAKS AND INSULATION6: AIR LEAKAGE AND INFRARED PICTURES7: LIGHTING8: OTHER ELECTRICAL DRAW DEVICES

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2.1.1 Heating - Equipment 1: Needs Servicing/Cleaning




2.5.1 Heating - Distribution Systems: Duct Damaged

2.5.2 Heating - Distribution Systems: Duct Leaking

2.5.3 Heating - Distribution Systems: Ducts Not Sealed

4.1.1 Cooling - Cooling Equipment 1: HVAC Equipment Near End of Life

4.2.1 Cooling - Cooling Equipment 2: HVAC Equipment Near End of Life

5.1.1 Air Leaks and Insulation - Attic Insulation: Improper Installation

5.1.2 Air Leaks and Insulation - Attic Insulation: Insufficient Insulation

5.2.1 Air Leaks and Insulation - Air Leaks: Home is Excessively Leaky

SUMMARY

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In AttendanceClient

OccupancyFurnished, Occupied

StyleRanch

Temperature (approximate)65 Fahrenheit (F)

Type of BuildingAttached, Detached, Multi-Family,Single Family

Weather ConditionsHeavy Rain

Findings and CustomerInformation: Electrical Devices,Appliances, Life Expectancy

Home Energy Audit: Home Energy AuditResidence

Customer requested a complete home energy audit. This included inspecting everything consuming electricity inthe home, consuming gas in the home an Infrared survey and a blower door test.

1: INSPECTION DETAILS

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Findings and Customer Information: Air Sealing and LeakageThe Blower Door test could not be completed due to the fact that a vacuum of 50 Pascals could not be drawn onthe house. This indicates a very, very leaky house.Recommend the homeowner read and follow the guidelines and checklists in the document "Air Leaks and AirSealing A Homeowners Guide", attached to this report.The following is a life expectancy chart for many sealing components:

Findings and Customer Information: Heating and CoolingMost of the furnaces are only 80% efficient (3 out of 4) and are 9-14 years old, life expectancy if 15-25 years. Thehomeowner should consider replacing the 80% units with modern 95% units.Two of the outside condenser cooling units are more than 25 years old, the other two are 9-11 years old, lifeexpectancy is 8-20 years. The homeowner should consider replacing the two 25-year-old units with modern 13-16SEER units.Set your programmable thermostat as low as is comfortable in the winter and as high as is comfortable in thesummer, as well as when you're sleeping or away from home.Heating and cooling your home uses more energy and costs more money than any other system in your home.No matter what kind of heating and cooling system you have in your house, you can save money and increaseyour comfort by properly maintaining and upgrading your equipment. But remember, an energy-efficient furnacealone will not have as great an impact on your energy bills as using the whole-house approach. By combiningproper equipment maintenance and upgrades with recommended insulation, air sealing, and thermostatsettings, you can cut your energy use for heating and cooling--and reduce environmental emissions--from 20%-50%.



For your central air conditioning system in your home, set the fan to shut off at the same time as the compressor,which is usually done by setting the "auto" mode on the fan setting. In other words, don't use the system's centralfan to provide air circulation--use circulating fans in individual rooms.Instead of air conditioning, consider installing a whole-house fan. Whole-house fans work in many climates andhelp cool your home by pulling cool air through the house and exhausting warm air through the attic. Use the fanmost effectively to cool down your house during cooler times of the day; your home will stay cooler through thehotter times of the day without using the fan.Recommend the homeowner read and follow the recommendations in the document: Energy-Efficient Heatingand Cooling A Homeowners Guide", attached to this report.



Findings and Customer Information: Large AppliancesThe following are approximate energy costs for these appliances used by a typical family in a similar home. Thisincludes the hot water usage of these appliances. You can use this information to build an estimate of the cost foryour situation. For example, you have 3-4 refrigerators and a freezer running year round. Your appliance usagemay be very different (higher) due to the large size of the family (11-14 people). I noted that the refrigerator onthe outbuilding was empty and still turned on. Recommend that all non-used items in this building are turned offand the thermostat is turned down to its lowest setting, typically in the 50's.

Findings and Customer Information: Small AppliancesBecause appliance usage is much more dependent on the homeowner than the home, the small appliancerecommendations in this report are based on a representative Huntington WV household. Your actual energyconsumption will vary depending on what appliances you own (TVs, computers, microwave, etc.) and yourappliance usage. Your appliance usage may be very different (higher) due to the large size of the family (11-14people). Turning off laptops, printers, gaming equipment, etc when not in use for a family your size can add upover a year.



Findings and Customer Information: LightingYou have many choices in energy-efficient lighting. The most popular light bulbs available are halogenincandescent, compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs), and light-emitting diodes (LEDs). Although they can initially costmore than traditional incandescent bulbs, over their lifetime, they save you money because they use less energy.I estimate you have 100-120 light bulbs between your two structures. Even with a 75% CFL/LED ration today,replacing the other 25-30 bulbs will continue to help.I also noted many lights left on when the room was not attended, teaching good family habits will go a long wayalso.In the kitchen, consider wiring more "zones" for the overhead lighting so that all of the 20-30 bulbs in this areadon't have to be on when someone is in the kitchen.

Findings and Customer Information: Hot WaterWater heating is the second largest energy expense in your home. Much of that expense comes from laundry anddish washing, which are covered in the Large Appliances category. This section focuses on your hot water heater,and hot water usage by faucets, tubs and showers.There are four ways to cut your water heating bills: use less hot water, turn down the thermostat on your waterheater, insulate your water heater, or buy a new, more efficient model.Although most water heaters last 10-15 years, it's best to start shopping now for a new one if yours is more thanseven years old. Doing some research before your heater fails will enable you to select one that mostappropriately meets your needs.Buy a new energy-efficient water heater. While it may cost more initially than a standard water heater, the energysavings will continue during the lifetime of the appliance. Look for the ENERGY STAR and EnergyGuide labels. Youcan find the ENERGY STAR label on efficient water heaters in the following categories: high-efficiency gas non-condensing, gas condensing, electric heat pump, gas tankless, and solar.Consider natural gas on-demand or tankless water heaters, which heat water directly without using a storagetank. Researchers have found that energy savings can be up to 30% compared with a standard natural gasstorage tank water heater.Consider installing a drain-water waste heat recovery system. Drainwater (or greywater) heat-recovery systemscapture the energy from waste hot watersuch as showers and dishwashersto preheat cold water entering thewater heater or going to other water fixtures. Energy savings will vary depending on individual household usage.

Immediately, you can insulate all of the hot water tanks you have.

Recommendations by Priority: Recommendations/ Next StepsTOP PRIORITYSeal the home. Air leaks in most existing homes add up to an open window in your home. Air sealing is one of theleast expensive and most cost-effective measures you can take to improve your homes comfort and energyefficiency. By sealing uncontrolled air leaks, you can expect to see savings of 10% to 20% on your heating andcooling bills, and even more if you have an older or especially leaky house, which you do! After you havecompleted your efforts to address the air leak items, I recommend I return to conduct another Blower Door Test



to see the impact your improvements have had on sealing the house and to further narrow down the remainingopenings.

PRIORITY #2:Upgrade to a programmable thermostat.Install an ENERGY STAR-labeled programmable thermostat, and program it to change the temperature settingswhen you are away from home and at night. EPA estimates that ENERGY STAR-labeled programmablethermostats can save consumers 10-15% on heating and cooling bills when used properly. Note: Our calculationsbill savings and cost-effectiveness assume that the heating-season set-point is decreased 4 degrees F during theday 9 am to 5 pm and at night 11 am to 7 pm, while the cooling-season set-point is increased 3 degrees F duringthose same periods. Larger set-point adjustments can provide additional bill savings. ESTIMATED SAVINGS:$576 per year estimated. COST OF UPGRADE:$85 to $119. TOTAL RETURN ONINVESTMENT:667%. PAYBACK TIME:0 year(s)

PRIORITY #3:Replace any existing incandescent light bulbs (particularly, in areas you use most) with compact fluorescent bulbs(CFLs) or LEDs.Replace high-use incandescent lamps with compact fluorescent lamps. These units can save up to 75% of theenergy used by an ordinary incandescent bulb.ESTIMATED SAVINGS:$34 per year. ESTIMATED COST OF UPGRADE:$7 to $10. RETURN ON INVESTMENT:476%.PAYBACK TIME:0 year(s)

PRIORITY #4:When replacing your water heater, pick an energy efficient heater (refer to the EnergyGuide and Energy Factorlabels).When replacing your gas water heater, choose an energy-efficient model with an Energy Factor of 0.62 or higher.Note: Our calculations bill savings, typical upgrade costs, and cost-effectiveness assume the efficient water heaterhas an energy factor of 0.62 and recovery efficiency of 0.76. Higher efficiency units are available and wouldprovide additional energy savings.ESTIMATED SAVINGS:$36 per year. ESTIMATED COST OF UPGRADE:Add'l $180 to $252. RETURN ONINVESTMENT:18%. PAYBACK TIME:5 year(s)

PRIORITY #5:If, in the future, you decide to replace your electric clothes dryer, pick a natural gas dryer with an ENERGY STARlabel.When replacing your electric clothes dryer, select a natural gas model. In many situations, this will reduce youroverall energy bill because natural gas tends to cost less than electricity, for the same heating value.Note: Our calculations bill savings, typical upgrade costs, and cost-effectiveness are for a minimum-efficiencynatural gas dryer model. The default upgrade cost provided here assumes that a natural gas connection isavailable at your clothes dryer. If this is not the case, be sure to include the cost of extendingESTIMATED SAVINGS:$64 per year. ESTIMATED COST OF UPGRADE:Add'l $340 to $476. RETURN ONINVESTMENT:16%. PAYBACK TIME:5 year(s)

PRIORITY #6:If, in the future, you need to replace your furnace, pick a new one with an ENERGY STAR label.When replacing your gas furnace, choose an ENERGY STAR-labeled model. These units can save 15% or more ofyour heating bill.Note: Our calculations bill savings, typical upgrade costs, and cost-effectiveness are for a furnace with the lowestefficiency that qualifies for the ENERGY STAR label 90 AFUE. Higher efficiency models are available, which canprovide additional bill savings.ESTIMATED SAVINGS:$96 per year. ESTIMATED COST OF UPGRADE:Add'l $595 to $833. RETURN ONINVESTMENT:15%. PAYBACK TIME:6 year(s)

PRIORITY #7:If, in the future, you need to replace your roof, choose a "cool roof," made of high solar reflectance materials.



Favor materials that have an ENERGY STAR label.When replacing your roof, choose a "cool" roofing material that qualifies for the ENERGY STAR label. Theseroofing materials reflect more of the sun's energy, staying cooler than typical materials and reducing your airconditioning bill. Our calculations bill savings, typical upgrade costs, and cost-effectiveness are for a low-sloperoofing material with the minimum reflectance levels that qualify for the ENERGY STAR label 0.60 reflectance aftersome weathering. To qualify for the ENERGY STAR label, steep-slope roofs must have an initial solar reflectance ofgreater than 0.25.Cool reflective roofs reduce solar gains, keeping your home cooler and more comfortable. High temperatures areone of the factors that shorten the lifespan of roofing materials, so cool roofs may last longer than conventionalroofs. Cool roofs also help lower the air temperature surrounding your house, which helps fight the urban heatisland effect.

PRIORITY #8:If, in the future, you need to replace your central air conditioner, pick a new one with an ENERGY STAR label.When replacing your central air conditioner, choose an ENERGY STAR-labeled model. These units can save 20% ormore of your cooling bill.Note: Our calculations bill savings, typical upgrade costs, and cost-effectiveness are for a model with the lowestefficiency that qualifies for the ENERGY STAR label 14 SEER. Higher efficiency models are available, which wouldprovide additional bill savings.ENERGY STAR central air conditioners may operate more quietly, be more visually appealing, have bettertemperature and/or moisture control, and be easier to maintain than minimum efficiency air conditioners.ESTIMATED SAVINGS:$26 per year. ESTIMATED COST OF UPGRADE:Add'l $218 to $305. RETURN ONINVESTMENT:8%. PAYBACK TIME:8 year(s)

Because this recommendation involves choosing a more efficient product when replacing an existing one, theestimated cost shown and used in the analysis is the additional cost of the efficient unit compared to that of astandard-efficiency new unit. It is not the total cost of the new product. You will pay more out of pocket than theamount we show for the better device, but only a portion of that will be the "added cost" compared to going witha less efficient option.



Equipment 1: Energy SourceGas

Equipment 1: Heat TypeForced Air

Equipment 1: Date ofManufacture & Efficiency

This Trane furnace was builtOctober 2009 and is 95%efficient.



Equipment 2: Date ofManufacture

This Trane furnace was built Juneof 2006 and is 80% efficient.




This American Standard furnacewas built in 2004 and is 80%efficient.




This Trane furnace was built inSeptember 2009 and is 80%efficient.

Distribution Systems: DuctworkInsulated, Non-insulated,Inaccesible

2: HEATINGIN NI NP D

2.1 Equipment 1 X2.2 Equipment 2 X2.3 Equipment 3 X2.4 Equipment 4 X2.5 Distribution Systems X X

IN = Inspected NI = Not Inspected NP = Not Present D = Deficiency

Information



Equipment 1: BrandSeparate Building

Trane

Equipment 2: BrandGarage

Miller



Equipment 3: BrandBasement

American Standard



Equipment 4: BrandUtility Room

Trane

Observations

2.1.1 Equipment 1NEEDS SERVICING/CLEANINGFurnace should be cleaned and serviced annually. Recommend a qualified HVAC contractor clean, serviceand certify furnace.Here is a resource on the importance of furnace maintenance.

2.2.1 Equipment 2NEEDS SERVICING/CLEANING

Furnace should be cleaned and serviced annually. Recommend a qualified HVAC contractor clean, service



https://www.directenergy.com/learning-center/home-improvement/importance-of-furnace-maintenance

Furnace should be cleaned and serviced annually. Recommend a qualified HVAC contractor clean, serviceand certify furnace.Here is a resource on the importance of furnace maintenance.



2.5.1 Distribution SystemsDUCT DAMAGEDAir supply duct was damaged. Recommend a qualified HVAC contractor repair.

2.5.2 Distribution SystemsDUCT LEAKINGAir supply duct was leaking air. Recommend a qualified HVAC technician or vents & ducts contractor repair.

2.5.3 Distribution SystemsDUCTS NOT SEALEDAir supply ducts were not properly sealed. Recommend a qualified HVAC contractor seal supply and returnducts for maximum efficiency.






Hot Water Systems, Controls,Flues & Vents 1: Location

Basement

Hot Water Systems, Controls,Flues & Vents 1: PowerSource/Type

Electric

Hot Water Systems, Controls,Flues & Vents 1: Year ofManufactureBasement Bathroom

This hot water tank was made inFebruary 2008.


Basement, Utility Room


Gas

Hot Water Systems, Controls,Flues & Vents 2: Date ofManufacture

This hot water tank was madethe 45th week of 2006.

Hot Water Systems, Controls,Flues & Vents 3: CapacityUtility Room

5 gallons


Main Floor, Utility Room


Electric

Hot Water Systems, Controls,Flues & Vents 4: Capacity

40 gallons

3: PLUMBINGIN NI NP D

3.1 Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 1 X3.2 Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 2 X3.3 Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 3 X3.4 Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 4 X3.5 Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 5 X


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Electric

Hot Water Systems, Controls,Flues & Vents 4: ManufactureDate


Garage


Electric

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 1: CapacityBasement Bathroom

30 gallons

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 1: ManufacturerWhirlpoolI recommend flushing & servicing your water heater tank annually for optimal performance. Water temperatureshould be set to at least 120 degrees F to kill microbes and no higher than 130 degrees F to prevent scalding. Here is a nice maintenance guide from Lowe's to help.



http://www.lowes.com/projects/repair-and-maintain/water-heater-maintenance/project

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 2: CapacityBasement Utility Room

50 gallons

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 2: ManufacturerWhirlpool, US CraftmasterI recommend flushing & servicing your water heater tank annually for optimal performance. Water temperatureshould be set to at least 120 degrees F to kill microbes and no higher than 130 degrees F to prevent scalding. Here is a nice maintenance guide from Lowe's to help.

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 3: ManufacturerUnknownI recommend flushing & servicing your water heater tank annually for optimal performance. Water temperatureshould be set to at least 120 degrees F to kill microbes and no higher than 130 degrees F to prevent scalding. Here is a nice maintenance guide from Lowe's to help.

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 4: LocationOutbuilding

Seperate Building

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 4: ManufacturerAmerican Water Heater CompanyI recommend flushing & servicing your water heater tank annually for optimal performance. Water temperatureshould be set to at least 120 degrees F to kill microbes and no higher than 130 degrees F to prevent scalding. Here is a nice maintenance guide from Lowe's to help.






Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 5: CapacityGarage Utility Room

40 gallons

Hot Water Systems, Controls, Flues & Vents 5: ManufacturerAmerican Water Heater CompanyI recommend flushing & servicing your water heater tank annually for optimal performance. Water temperatureshould be set to at least 120 degrees F to kill microbes and no higher than 130 degrees F to prevent scalding. Here is a nice maintenance guide from Lowe's to help.




Cooling Equipment 1: EnergySource/Type

Electric, Central Air Conditioner

Cooling Equipment 1: LocationRear off house

Cooling Equipment 1: Date ofManufacture

This TCP AC unit wasmanufactured the 21st week of1991.



Cooling Equipment 2: LocationRear off house

Cooling Equipment 2: Date ofManufactureRear of House

Uknown - Cannot read label



Cooling Equipment 3: LocationSide of House


This American Standard Unit wasmade in July 2007.



Cooling Equipment 4: LocationOutbuilding


This Trane Air Conditioner Unitwas built August 2009.

4: COOLINGIN NI NP D

4.1 Cooling Equipment 1 X X4.2 Cooling Equipment 2 X X4.3 Cooling Equipment 3 X4.4 Cooling Equipment 4 X


Information



Cooling Equipment 1: BrandRear of House

ICP

Cooling Equipment 1: SEER Rating8 or less SEERModern standards call for at least 13 SEER rating for new install. Read more on energy efficient air conditioning at Energy.gov.



http://energy.gov/energysaver/central-air-conditioning

Cooling Equipment 2: BrandRear of House

Heil

Cooling Equipment 2: SEER Rating8 or less SEERModern standards call for at least 13 SEER rating for new install. Read more on energy efficient air conditioning at Energy.gov.




Cooling Equipment 3: BrandSide of House

American Standard

Cooling Equipment 3: SEER Rating14 SEERModern standards call for at least 13 SEER rating for new install. Read more on energy efficient air conditioning at Energy.gov.




Cooling Equipment 4: BrandSeparate Building

Trane

Cooling Equipment 4: SEER Rating13 SEERModern standards call for at least 13 SEER rating for new install. Read more on energy efficient air conditioning at Energy.gov.

Observations

4.1.1 Cooling Equipment 1HVAC EQUIPMENT NEAR END OF LIFEHVAC systems have a normal life expectancy of 15-20 years. The system in this house has been installed formore than 20 years.

RecommendationContact a qualified professional.

4.2.1 Cooling Equipment 2HVAC EQUIPMENT NEAR END OF LIFEHVAC systems have a normal life expectancy of 15-20 years. The system in this house has been installed formore than 20 years.




Attic Insulation: R-value19

Attic Insulation: Insulation TypeBatt, Blown, Fiberglass, Loose-fill, Uknown, Inaccessible

5: AIR LEAKS AND INSULATIONIN NI NP D

5.1 Attic Insulation X X5.2 Air Leaks X X


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Observations

5.1.1 Attic InsulationIMPROPER INSTALLATIONAttic insulation was improperly installed. Recommend a qualified insulation contractor evaluate andcorrect.

5.1.2 Attic InsulationINSUFFICIENT INSULATIONInsulation depth was inadequate. Recommend a qualified attic insulation contractor install additionalinsulation.



5.2.1 Air LeaksHOME IS EXCESSIVELY LEAKYHome must be sealed as a top priority.




Air Leakage

6: AIR LEAKAGE AND INFRARED PICTURESIN NI NP D


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Lighting Fixture Pictures: Lighting

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8: OTHER ELECTRICAL DRAW DEVICES

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