Over the last 2 decades, the cost of energy has continued to rise as a result of the ever increasing cost of oil. It has become imperative for property managers and owners to seek for ways to reduce cost. The energy audit includes a comprehensive survey and analysis of existing energy consuming components with a view to identifying opportunities for energy cost reduction while at the same time maintaining or improving human comfort, health and safety. The study includes economic cost/benefit analysis and payback period of projected investments for identified energy saving proposals.
The two major sources of energy cost in a building are heating and lighting costs. Heating costs depend partly on the efficiency of heating equipment and largely on the efficiency of the building enclosure to keep indoor conditioned air in and outdoor inclement air out.
Significant technological improvements have been recorded over the last two decades which can significantly reduce energy consumption in buildings; however, these technological advancements come at a cost.
Basic Audit
- Walk-through.
- Overview of lighting, heating systems, building envelope, insulation, water usage, etc.
- Basic report with recommendations and photos.
Advanced Energy Audit
- Comprehensive building audit to identify potential savings.
- Measurement and inspection of the building envelope.
- Inspection of heating and cooling systems.
- Review of the energy use of all electrical appliances and fixtures.
- Full report prepared using specialized modeling software.
Full Electrical Audit
- Comprehensive electrical audit to identify potential savings.
- An inventory and measurement of the energy use of all electrical appliances and fixtures.
- Full report prepared using specialized modeling software.
Comprehensive Electrical and Energy Audit
- Both the Advanced Energy and Electrical Audits combined into one report.
- Includes Return On Investment / Payback analysis.