If you’re not sure where to start weatherizing, a blower door test can be a great investment in tightening up your home.

How it works?
 

Blower door tests are performed by certified energy auditors using special variable-speed fans. All windows and doors are closed, and the fan is installed in the front door with a special air-tight seal.

As the fan is turned on, the energy auditor will monitor the flow of air through the fan, as well as the air pressure inside your home.
 

The benefits
 

Because your home is sealed and evenly pressurized, it’s easy to find out exactly where air leaks are occurring. In most cases, you can feel air leaks with your hand or see them with the use of a tissue or smoke pencil.

While you’d probably expect to find drafts around windows and doors, you might be surprised to learn how much air can leak around electrical outlets and plumbing pipes.

Blower door tests can also help identify sources of indoor air quality problems, such as carbon monoxide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can weatherizing really make a difference in my heating bills?
 

Yes! As much as 15 percent of the heating and cooling energy you pay for escapes from your home through cracks and gaps in the walls and attic.
 

How do I know where we need to weatherize?
 

For a thorough air leak analysis, you can have a professional blower door test. A certified energy expert will use a pressurized fan to monitor the air flow in and out of your home. You’ll get a detailed report showing exactly where energy leaks are occurring and how to fix them.

Can Atlas Star Energy help?

Yes! Call today and schedule your Free Energy Audit and start saving those hard earned dollars!