Envelope

• Envelope air tightness test using a calibrated blower door and digital manometer to identify opportunities for air sealing
• Visual Inspection of attic and crawl space insulation
• Infrared inspection to assess insulation condition and possible moisture issues
• Visual inspection of doors and windows for fit and performance

Combustion Safety

• Visual Inspection of gas appliances
• Combustion analysis including spillage, back draft and CO levels
• Testing of ambient CO levels in home
• Room by room air pressure testing to identify imbalances that could cause backdrafting
• Inspect accessible gas piping and fittings for leaks (excludes attics and crawlspaces)

Ventilation

• Draw rate of exhaust fans
• Calculation of ventilation requirements based on building volume, occupancy and blower door results

Ducts

• Visual inspection of duct system and duct insulation needs
• Duct leakage test with Duct Blaster® equipment to quantify leakage and opportunities for sealing
• HVAC equipment testing for static pressure, airflow and temperature measurements compared to equipment specifications

Optional Baseload Energy Assessment

The energy used by any non heating or cooling appliances, and lighting in the home is considered Baseload usage.  Sacramento Building Performance also offers Baseload analysis consisting of:

• Lighting energy consumption
• Metering accessible appliances for energy consumption
• Identifying “phantom” load consumption
• Water heater inspection along with tank and pipe insulation
• Water temperature and fixture flow analysis

Benefits                                                                

Whether you are remodeling, buying or selling a home, a Home Performance Assessment is a wise investment to identify:

• Opportunities to improve comfort and durability
• Reduced energy costs
• Increase your home’s value