Energy Audit - Booked for Mid-August

So I booked an Energy Audit on my house for mid-August, and am really looking forward to it. The way I see it, every little bit helps, and if they can find some 'leaks' or means of improvement on my house, then I am all for it, and as far as I'm concerned, it's money well spent.

It costs on average $150 for Islanders to have their homes audited, and as CBC reports, it's a very busy start to the 2008 season.

I'm really not sure what to expect for this audit. I've heard a few different things like they will 'suck out all the air out of your house'? Ok, I don't think they can actually even do that.. but I know what I believe they are getting at. Basically, they are looking for the 'leaks' in the house where air is getting out. That's GREAT! I would love to know, so that I can get some weather stripping or whatever it's called and put it on! No leaks = no heat escaping!

It's also the starting point if you're interested in any of the Eco-Energy initiatives that the federal government is offering. That's how I got started, somehow I stumbled across that site and said, "hey! what a good idea!".




Here are the steps listed on the site as to how to apply and get 'eco-energied'. heh heh (yes, I made up that word)

1. Hire a qualified energy advisor to perform an energy evaluation of your home. (booked)
   
2. Select the improvements from your home energy action checklist.(not expecting miracles, but every little bit helps)
   
3. Implement the recommended energy upgrades within 18 months.(I should start saving)
   
4. Call your energy advisor to perform your post-retrofit evaluation, to confirm your new energy rating and to submit your application on your behalf.(not sure about this step.. we'll see)
   
5. Wait for up to 90 days to receive your cheque based on the eligible upgrades performed! (Show me the money!!)
   

I'll keep you posted.