Hudson Valley Energy Consultants, Inc.
1052 Mamaroneck Ave
Mamaroneck, NY 10543

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914-565-1732

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Fax: 914-381-5587

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Energy Audit Video

Learn more about thermal imaging, the blower door test, and related insulation improvements in the Home Improvement: Cutting Your Energy Bill video from ABC News. The video illustrates some of the tests HVEC performs as part of a Full Energy Audit.

Hudson Valley Energy Consultants (HVEC) is an independent consulting firm specializing in Energy Audits. We perform energy audits on both residential and commercial properties. We use the latest equipment, including thermal imaging cameras to perform these tests. The tests help diagnose the problems within your property where it pertains to energy conservation. We will also outline a scope of work to help correct these problems.

Our specialized audits will help you understand the common problems that are built in to the majority of properties and what remedies are available. Additionally, we can provide many articles for do it yourself-ers and handy people that may do work for you already. You do not need to spend a lot of money to see a savings in both fuel usage and electric consumption and feel more comfortable in your home or building. The simplest jobs can make a big difference.

We offer a wide range of energy audits to help diagnose problems and outline a scope of work to correct them.

Hudson Valley Energy Consultants Audit Modules

HVEC offers several audit modules that can be completed individually or all at one time. A phone consultation can help you determine your needs. The extent of the audit will be determined at that time.

Full Energy Audit

Most clients select the Full Energy Audit, which includes a Visual Walkthrough, Thermal Imaging, and a Written Report.

The Visual Walkthrough includes a written report. It analyzes doors, windows, visible insulation levels, common areas of air leakage, age and condition of heating/cooling systems, kitchen appliances and lighting fixtures.

Thermal Imaging utilizes an infrared camera to determine large air leakage locations (drafts) and the effectiveness of insulation. Note: Although there is a misconception that an infrared camera can "see through walls", it can be an effective tool to determine air leakage.

Written Report A report is generated detailing not only the visual observations of the auditor but also the findings of the Thermal Imaging. Pictures of problem areas and thermal imaging results will be included. The report will list approximate costs for repairs, and the energy savings payback.

Thermal Imaging Only

This is the thermal imaging part of the Full Energy Audit discussed above. Thermal imaging will be performed and a written analysis will be provided.

Blower Door Test

With all the windows and doors closed, we install a fan unit in one of the door openings to depressurize the building. This causes outside air to be pulled in replacing the air in the building. This allows us to determine the overall leakage in the house (how much heat we are losing through cracks and holes in the house) and where the major leaks are.

Tips and Tricks from Our Energy Consultants

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Energy Audits: The First Word in Home Remodeling

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Insulating From Attic To Basement

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You Can Do It!

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State Energy Incentives Available To Businesses, Municipalities

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