Energy Audit FAQ
1. Will the energy audit cost money?
* There is no cost on the customer’s part. This is state funded by the New Jersey Clean Energy Program.
2. How long will the actual audit process take?
* Access to the building will be required for approximately 6 – 10 hours over the course of 2 or 3 days.
3. How long before the audit report can be expected?
* A typical audit report can be completed in about 2 or 3 weeks, depending on the size of the building. Also, the report can be expected immediately after completion.
4. What information is required for the audit to be done on the building?
* Past energy bills spanning the last occurring year to date would be required to examine how power is being consumed. Blue prints and other plans are optional but recommended because this will result in a more efficient audit.
5. What size buildings can the audit be performed on?
* Any energy audit can be performed on any size building. However, if the building is excessively large, the audit will require more time to complete and would have to be performed at a date when a large amount of time is available for the auditors.
6. Does the building need to be vacant of employees during the audit process?
* No, the building does not need to be vacant in order to complete this audit. The audit can be performed with residents of the building on the premises. This is recommended so the employees can be questioned about energy usage.
7. What access is required for the building i.e. basements, rooftops etc?
* Access to all equipment that consumes power will be required , most importantly, access to the HVAC system. Roof access would also be needed to investigate the PV system potential of a building.
Energy Efficiency Recommendation Questions
1. What can the common consumer do to help efforts in reducing energy at the office/ work place?
* Replacing common items with more energy efficient items such as light bulbs. When purchasing new appliances, make sure it has the “Energy Star” symbol which represents that this appliance is energy efficient.
2. What is recommended for controlling temperature in the building?
* Using a thermostat can control the temperature within the building. If necessary, only control the temperature when there is residents within that building. For example, for an office complex, the heating or air conditioning unit should not be used over night while there are no workers within the building
3. Would a PV or wind system be an option for my building?
*Any reusable energy option is a great way to reduce energy cost for any building. An assessment can be done on the premises for more specific requirements for each building.