WeatherizeDC is a campaign of the DC Project. They are hoping to weatherize 200 homes by the end of March in order to save homeowners 30% on their energy bills and offset 3,645 metric tons of carbon.
Weatherization Process
The process of having your home weatherized can be confusing. WeatherizeDC breaks down the process into four simple steps you can take to reduce your energy bills and create a more comfortable home.
1. Home Energy Audit
Every weatherization begins with an energy audit to assess how your home consumes energy. A certified energy auditor will come to your home for 3-4 hours to evaluate every area and pinpoint where your house is losing energy.
Your energy audit will evaluate the performance of your home's building envelope including the walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, and skylights. energy loss often occurs in places where you can not see or feel it.
2. Audit Report or Audit Review and Recommendations
After the energy audit, you will receive a detailed report from your auditor that will prioritize your home's efficiency upgrades according to the greatest to least cost effective opportunities for energy savings. If you've already had a home energy audit you can participate in an audit review with your auditor to confirm and update efficiency upgrade recommendations.
3. Weatherization
Every home is different and your energy audit will dictate which weatherization improvements make the most sense for your home. In Northwest DC, frequent recommendations include sealing air leaks and adding insulation, improving heating and cooling systems, and improving ductwork.
With the WeatherizeDC Community Discount, you can typically spend $2,000-$4,000 to achieve a desired 15%-30% reduction in energy use.
4. Enjoy Your Energy Savings
After completing your weatherization you will immediately enjoy reduced energy consumption with improved comfort, health and safety.
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