This audit provides a comprehensive assessment of a home’s heating and air conditioning requirements, focusing on efficiency, appropriate system sizing, and overall comfort.
1. Home Inspection Overview
A. Square Footage Assessment
- Room Measurements: Each room's dimensions are recorded to determine total square footage.
- Ductwork Requirements: Assessment of existing ductwork size to ensure compatibility with system requirements.
B. Ductwork and Insulation Inspection
- Ductwork Size: Evaluation of current duct sizes for optimal airflow distribution.
- Insulation Inspection: Verification of insulation quality (R-value) in walls, attics, and ducts to ensure adequate thermal performance.
C. Window Inspection
- Window Sizes and Locations: Documentation of all windows, including sizes and orientations.
- Thermal Transfer Analysis: Evaluation of insulation in window frames to determine heat transfer efficiency.
2. Electrical Supply Evaluation
- Current Electrical Capacity: Inspection of existing wiring (cables and gauge) to ensure it can support the new heating and cooling system requirements.
- Surge Protection Needs: Assessment of whether an electrical surge protector is necessary based on the new equipment.
3. Ductwork and Register Analysis
- Ductwork Condition: Verification of duct integrity and size, ensuring proper airflow and minimal energy loss.
- Register Placement: Review of current register locations for optimal air distribution throughout the home.
4. Customer Consultation
- System Preferences: Full consultation to discuss preferences and needs, including:
- Desired airflow improvements
- Air quality enhancement options (e.g., air scrubbers, UV lights)
- Energy efficiency goals (lower electrical bills, reduced kWh usage)
- Heat source preferences (all-electric heat pumps vs. ultra-low NOx gas/electric systems)
- Potential upgrade to a smart Wi-Fi thermostat
5. Additional Recommendations
- Air Quality Systems: Discuss options for air purifiers or filtration systems to improve indoor air quality.
- System Upgrades: Provide recommendations for system enhancements based on findings from the audit.
Conclusion
This audit aims to equip homeowners with a detailed understanding of their heating and air conditioning needs, ensuring efficient and effective solutions tailored to their specific preferences and requirements. For further steps, we can schedule the installation of recommended systems or enhancements based on the findings of this audit.