Home Performance Energy Audits

The Duluth Energy Efficiency Program (DEEP) enables homeowners to get connected with local contractors who can conduct a Home Performance Audit (HPA). The HPA identifies improvements that can be made to reduce energy use in a home. The program can also connect you to qualified contractors who can perform updates to your home. DEEP can also be able to help you find payment options for which you may qualify. 

What is an Energy Audit?

• On-line Energy Analysis,currently available through Minnesota Power:  A variety of simple to use on-line tools are available allowing you to create a personalized energy summary of your home’s energy use and understand the potential for energy savings.
• Standard Energy Audit:  The Standard Audit will give you information on energy saving measures with estimated costs and the savings potential. A state-certified energy auditor will conduct a basic energy assessment of your home and leave you a complete report with all the details, including specific actions you can take to improve your home's energy efficiency. 
• Home Performance Audit:  The Home Performance audit takes a more thorough look into your home energy saving opportunities, providing a more detailed report for greater potential energy savings. It helps you uncover hidden problems and includes specific suggestions for improvements. This audit includes proven building diagnostic testing including combustion safety testing.The HPA provides all the services of the Standard Energy Audit, plus these additions:
  • A blower-door test: Uses calibrated fans and pressure gauges to measure and track airflow and determine the general location of air leaks. An air leakage rating is used to determine the potential for heating savings
  • An infrared inspection:Uses an infrared camera to further pinpoint the location of air leaks and moisture problems. This scan will help you develop solutions to attic bypass air leaks, the elimination of ice dams and reduction of overall conditioned air loss and energy consumption.
  • A combustion safety test and carbon monoxide (CO) test: Assures your combustion heating and water heating appliances are drafting properly.  
  • A detailed “Action Plan” providing specifics on key areas to be addressed for energy efficiency improvements including digital thermal images and an action plan checklist. This action plan provides the insulation and air sealing contractor a specific scope of work

☑ Schedule your Home Performance Audit

• Home Performance Audits can be scheduled by calling the DEEP office at 218-336-1038
   
• Audits Cost $375 for a home under 4000 square feet.  All natural gas and oil customers will be eligible for a $200 audit rebate from Comfort Systems.  Minnesota Power offers audit rebates of $100.  DEEP will process all audit rebates for participants scheduling their audit through DEEP.

Other auditing companies conduct audits that are eligible for Minnesota Power, Comfort Systems and DEEP programs, you may also contact an approved auditor from the list below:

Want to find an auditor in your area? Contact an auditor from the list below. *Use of an auditor from this list does not guarantee a DEEP, Minnesota Power or Comfort Systems rebate. Contact DEEP if you have questions.