What is a Blower Door Test and Why Should You Care? Have you ever wondered how snug and energy-efficient your home or business truly is? While drafts and high heating bills might offer some clues, there's a more precise way to understand your home or business's hidden leaks – the mighty blower door test. What […]
What is a Blower Door Test? A blower door test is a diagnostic procedure performed by a certified professional to identify air leakage in a building. The test simulates a 20-mile-per-hour wind blowing on the top, the bottom, and all sides of a home or building. Wherever air can enter through gaps, cracks, or other […]
In the world of energy efficiency, a blower door test may be the energy evaluator’s (or “auditor’s”) best friend, but this important test is still relatively unknown to most of the general public. In simple terms, a blower door test is a diagnostic procedure performed by a certified professional to identify air leakage in a […]
When you buy an older home, you inherit all the idiosyncrasies that make it unique. Some of these qualities like an established neighborhood or mature trees add to the charm of the home. But some of those inherited quirks can be a homeowner’s nightmare, especially if they affect your comfort. Patrick Thompson can attest to […]
Testimonials help explain our process and convey the individual experiences from our satisfied clients. If you would like to share your thoughts on Eco Three in the Gulf Coast Area, please email us at info@eco-three.com. Great job by the guys from Fairhope who blew in the insulation for my enclosed carport/sunroom. Courteous, efficient and hard […]
Testimonials help explain our process and convey the individual experiences from our satisfied clients. If you would like to share your thoughts, please email us at info@eco-three.com. We have been super pleased with the work y’all did! Thanks again for your help and for responding. 10 out of 10 on service and being great to […]
What is Duct Pressure Testing and Why Does It Matter? Duct pressure testing is a diagnostic procedure performed by a certified professional that measures the air tightness of a home’s duct system. One of the things that we do – both in upgrades of existing homes as well as in new construction – is duct […]
Insulation Professional installation of thermal barriers in walls, attics, and crawlspaces to improve energy efficiency and comfort in your home. Energy Audits Comprehensive assessment of your home’s energy usage patterns to identify inefficiencies and recommend targeted improvements. Air & Duct Sealing Specialized service that closes gaps and leaks in your home’s envelope and HVAC system […]
“I need more insulation.” This sentence starts so many of our initial client calls. Insulation alone may not solve problems of comfort and efficiency. Insulation is important, BUT equally important are proper air sealing and duct sealing. When we probe a bit about overall comfort, drafts, uneven temperatures, and high bills, people will relay several […]
Does your list of New Year’s resolutions include the goal of saving money? If you are looking for ways to cut everyday costs, a home energy audit is an excellent place to start. You could save as much as 30 percent on your monthly energy bill by making efficiency upgrades recommended in an audit, according […]
