EnergyQue Residential Services - Home Energy Baseline Evaluation

EnergyQue through energy reviews the first step to a full energy audit, makes thermal imaging available right here in Cincinnati that can save you thousands of dollars in wasted energy!

Currently here in the Cincinnati area, we provide on-site Home Energy Baseline Evaluations for residential customers who plan to invest in energy efficiency upgrades to their home. Trained Energy Specialists evaluate existing conditions and help you find what is hidden in plain sight.

Utilizing a "house as a system" approach, the Home Energy Baseline Evaluation Audit specifically focuses on the building's thermal envelope (shell insulation and air leakage conditions) and mechanical systems to identify cost effective energy efficiency improvement and/or replacement opportunities. The service is fuel-neutral, meaning that all end-uses are evaluated regardless of the fuel used.

Pricing Information

Home Energy Assessment Details

• Takes 1 - 2 hours to complete the evaluation but can vary depending on the size, style, and age of the home
• Customers should provide access to all areas of the home as the evaluation will include a basement-to-attic inspection

To obtain the maximum benefit from the service, all the decision makers of the household should allow sufficient time to participate in the assessment to gain an understanding of the recommended energy efficiency opportunities. It is important for the customer to understand the impact of the recommended improvements.

The building envelope or the thermal envelope includes walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows and skylights. All of these components are measured using the R-value which determines heat flow. Leaks within the thermal envelope greatly affect the efficiency of the properties energy consumption. Many of these leaks are not readily apparent or visible to the owner. We utilize thermal imaging to highlight where these leaks are hiding.

Thermal imaging, infrared imaging or thermography detects radiation given off all objects based on their temperatures. The amount of radiation given off an object increases with temperature which allows the thermographic camera to see variation between different temperatures. Firefighters utilize thermography to see through smoke to help find people during a fire event. We use thermography to "see" what is hidden in plain sight. We find heat escaping your home costing you money, making your home less comfortable and increasing emissions.

We direct you to the Department of Energy Home Energy Saver to complete the mechanical evaluation section of your evaluation. The Home Energy Saver is a great do it yourself tool and will calculate best rate of return on equipment investments. Equipment and appliances include HVAC, hot water generation, kitchen appliances, laundry equipment, entertainment, home office and all items that consume energy within the property.

The residential baseline evaluation is a great first step towards saving energy costs, increasing comfort and subsequently saving emissions generated. We are an independent 3rd party that also provides information on solution providers and special offers on energy saving equipment and services. These advertisements allow energyQue to offer the best value energy evaluation to the property owner. Many of these upgrades may qualify for substantial tax credits under the Energy Policy Act of 2005.We are committed to providing the best information about energy saving solutions to property owners & dwellers. We look forward to meeting you and helping you save money and reduce waste.