As we kick off the 100th Birthday Project (our effort to get our home green certified by the time it is 100 years old in 2024) I’ve been so excited to meet Mickey Sousa, founder of Energineers. I love to support women in the building trades and Mickey came highly recommended as a certified Home Energy Rater who not only provides a HERS Energy Index, but goes above and beyond to do a full energy analysis of your home. The mission of Energineers is to use data to identify the most practical upgrades that will lower monthly energy bills, reduce emissions, and make our planet a healthier home for all. She also knows how to get rebates, which makes energy upgrades easier and more fun.
Thermal mapping showed limited insulation in the walls, particularly the back section of the house that was built in the 1950s. The purple section in the photo is cold air coming through the back wall of the house. The insulation in the crawl space was pretty good, but the attic could definitely be improved.
The Blower Door Test helps determine the air tightness of the house. It’s an important metric for getting rebates, as you have to demonstrate that your energy improvements increased the efficiency of your house. Our score was 2906 CFM. I’ll have to talk to Mickey to find out what that means.
Interested in getting your own HERS score and learning how to make your home more comfortable and energy efficient? Reach out and I'll put you in touch with Mickey!
