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Home Energy Audit - ND

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Overview

North Dakota natural gas residents can receive an in-home audit at about 70% less than market value through our Home Energy Audit program.

Get a plan to increase your home’s efficiency with an in-home energy audit. An audit shows you how to get started toward increasing your home’s comfort, lowering your energy bills and even making the planet a little cleaner.

To request your Home Energy Audit, go to xcelenergy.com/Forms/Home_Energy_Audit.

Benefits

Audits at about 70% less than market value are provided to our North Dakota residential gas customers to help them determine the right energy-saving improvements for their homes.

Save money on the audit. Save money on the improvements with our rebates. Save with a lower energy bill for years to come.

Details

The prices listed below are the prices you pay.

$30 Home Walkthrough	Get a comprehensive whole-house inspection where a certified auditor will: Thoroughly inspect your home’s exterior, such as windows and doors Analyze insulation levels throughout the home Examine age, efficiency and general condition of your mechanical systems Perform a basic analysis of your utility bills
$60 Standard Audit	Includes everything from the Home Walkthrough, plus: A carbon monoxide test The blower door diagnostic test to determine how much air your home loses each hour through the various air leaks. The replacement air needs to be reheated or recooled, increasing your energy bills.
$100 Standard Audit with Infrared Test	Includes everything from the Standard Audit including the blower door test, plus the infrared test which will: Do a scan of the walls and ceilings Help with the evaluation of internal structure such as drywall and insulation Show temperature differences to show where insulation is present, missing or not working effectively Propose more tailored solutions to address air leaks, the elimination of ice dams, and reduction of overall conditioned air loss and the associated excess energy consumption.

How are audits priced?

Xcel Energy offers Home Energy Audits to its residential customers at a substantial discount. The prices listed are up to 70% less than market value.

Who conducts the audit?

An expert trained to take a whole-house approach to evaluating your home conducts the audit. The auditor assesses the structure as a whole, recognizing that one component can greatly affect other aspects of the house. Our Minnesota-based partner, The Neighborhood Energy Connection, consistently receives high marks from our customers on their professionalism and advice. Visit Additional Information on this page for a link to The Neighborhood Connection.

Your auditor will spend approximately two to three hours examining your home and answering your questions. You’ll receive a comprehensive written report a few days later.

How do I pay for the audit?

The cost of your audit ($30, $60 or $100) will be an added charge on your utility bill after the audit has been completed.