Case Studies

image-2Upgrading Existing Houses

One of the biggest takeaways homeowners get from a comprehensive home energy audit from Harbor Energy Consulting is to see how prior construction from other contractors and builders missed the chance to insulated and air seal Read More

image-3New Windows or Basic Air Sealing

Whether finishing a custom cabinet or pointing out how an uninsulated water pipe is contributing to an ice dam, I firmly believe that details matter, and make the difference between a run of the mill job and truly professional work. Read More

image-4No Cutting Corners

Many homeowners having home energy audits are surprised to see that the exterior corners of rooms are much cooler than the rest of the walls. This is partially accounted for by the fact that wood serves as a poor insulator, but is often made worse by the… Read More

 

Today, the nation’s 114 million households and more than 4.7 million commercial buildings consume more energy than the transportation or industry sectors, accounting for nearly 40 percent of total U.S. energy use.

- U.S. Department of Energy