Frequently Asked Questions

Why use WiseEyes Home & Property Inspections for a Home Energy Tune-uP^®?

At WiseEyes we take pride in doing our job to the best of our ability. We have invested thousands of dollars and hundreds of man hours on training combined with years of inspection and construction experience. We are, by far, the best at what we do. If you want to get the best and most practical energy audit for your your money can buy you have come to the right place.

Why you need a Home Energy Tune-uP^®?

Many people think that spending thousands of dollars on new windows is the best way to improve the energy efficiency of their home. What folks are seldom told (at least not by window companies)is that their old single paned windows and storm windows their parents had are nearly as energy efficient as today's replacement windows. Many people often think that spending more always will save more energy. However, when it comes to energy related repairs and upgrades that's not always the case. Believe it or not, you often get more "Bang For Your Buck" by investing a few hundred dollars wisely than by spending a whopping fifteen thousand dollars on new windows.

How long does the Home Energy Tune-uP^® Take?

A typical 2000 square foot home will ordinarily take less then two hours. The size of the home, number of problems, complexity of the home and the amount of information we review will effect how long the inspection takes. If ancillary inspections are being preformed the inspection may take a little longer.

Should I be there when you do the inspection?

I strongly encourage you to be present. Being at the inspection is like attending a master class about your home. Reading a list of problems compared to seeing them while I inspect your property are two very different experiences. Also, one of the benefits of the infrared camera is that I can show you the air leaks and other problematic areas. Getting a photo is one thing, but seeing it first hand is an invaluable experience.

Doesn't My Utility Company Offer Energy Audits / Energy Tune-Ups?

At one point the local utility companies offered a limited energy evaluation. For the most part their inspection was limited to them checking your stove, water heater, and boiler to make sure they were working properly. The inspection took all of 15 minutes and there was no report. When electricity and natural gas got deregulated the utility companies had to cut their budgets and they stopped offering this limited inspection.

Why do you use an Infrared Camera?

An Infrared Camera is the most powerful tool an energy auditor can get. Getting an inspection without one doesn't identify the real problems your home has. The infrared camera helps us find air leaks, helps us determine how well your home is insulated, and helps us find other exterior envelope energy related problems.

Do you use a blower door as part of your typical inspection?

No! Not as a general practice. Blower doors only tell you the volume of air leaking out of your home. While blower doors are useful for the sealing work they don't add anything useful (except cost) to the Home Energy Tune-uP^®. We know your home has air leaks; the essential question during an energy audit is where they are? We use infrared cameras because they are the most effective tool available for finding air leaks.

I was told I can get a Free Energy Audit?

Let's think about whether any for profit company can just offer free services consistently? The people that offer free energy audits are making their money by trying to sell you oil or by selling you the services or products (like windows) they offer. Needless to say they have a vested interest in doing your energy audit.

I have one goal and that is to provide you with the most thorough unbiased energy evaluation available.

To learn more about getting a Home Energy Tune-uP^®, contact WiseEyes Home & Property Inspections today at 800-573-3170