An energy audit is a great way to figure out what is going on with your Atlanta home in terms of its energy usage and comfort. One of the tests performed in an energy audit (sometimes optional) is a duct pressure test. This will tell you how well your ducts are performing, if they’re leaking at all and if there is a problem in the ductwork that could be the cause of one room being colder than the rest.

Another test auditors perform is a blower door test. This test will identify whether or not there is air leakage occurring in your home’s exterior (i.e. around windows, doors and outlets). By sealing up these leaky areas, you may be able to significantly improve the comfort of your living room. To get a general idea of how well your home is performing, check out our online energy audit tool, which is a quick and easy way to get a general idea of what’s going on with your home.

Energy auditors in the Atlanta area typically charge around $500 for these tests, along with others that check the insulation in your walls and how well your appliances are running. Homeowners who follow through with energy upgrades can usually save $500 or more on their utility bills within a year.

Updated July 27, 2010