Saving Energy, Saving Money: Why Energy Audits Matter

This week on the Thoughts from the Crawlspace podcast, Jamie Miller, CEO of Gold Key Home Inspections, Inc., joins us to explore the value of energy assessments for residential properties. Jamie explains what an energy assessment entails—a thorough, professional look at a home's energy usage and efficiency. He walks us through the common culprits behind high energy bills and offers actionable tips for improvement, such as sealing air leaks, enhancing insulation, and investing in energy-efficient appliances.

Listen as Jamie shares how the potential long-term savings of an energy audit can easily outweigh the initial cost!

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Episode Highlights

• Energy evaluations can reveal hidden problems like air leaks and poor insulation that may be driving up energy costs.
• Switching to LED lighting is a simple yet impactful way to cut down on energy use and reduce monthly bills.
• Upgrading old HVAC systems to modern, energy-efficient models can greatly improve a home’s overall energy performance.

Timestamps

00:00 - Intro

01:20 - Understanding Energy Assessments and Efficiency Improvements

07:46 - Improving Home Energy Efficiency

11:20 - Energy Assessment and Optimization Tips

13:59 - Energy Efficiency Insights