Free Home Energy Assessment

Find out where you could be throwing money away

You wouldn’t want a doctor to operate on you before giving you a physical examination, right? It’s the same with contractors. You shouldn’t let them replace your air conditioning system until they conduct a thorough home inspection and system performance test.

When you call ECM, a highly-trained comfort advisor shows up, armed with the latest home performance technology and diagnostic tools. They’ll conduct a 50-Point Comfort and Energy Assessment.

Your comfort advisor then analyzes the data collected to determine your equipment’s optimum performance. They will provide options and costs for a customized solution, as well as estimated energy savings.

In most homes, this procedure takes about two hours and provides minimal disruption to your regular household routine.

1. Perform a complete equipment, ductwork and energy survey assessment.
2. Perform a Manual J Heat Load Calculation
3. Match equipment size and BTU’s of cooling based on Heat Load.
4. Select the equipment based on size and location limitations
5. Check Air Handler location for proper code clearances
6. Check Heater size KW and electrical AMP draw
7. Check electrical panel for proper breaker size
8. Check electrical panel for proper breaker size
9. Check main drain line condition
10. Check drain line for blockages
11. Check emergency drain pan location
12. Check PVC emergency drain line condition and pitch
13. Check the condition of air handler stand
14. Measure the size of the air handler stand
15. Check for insulation on the interior of the stand
16. Check thermostat location
17. Check low voltage wiring condition
18. Check electrical disconnect box for proper circuit breaker size
19. Check electrical A/C disconnect box for proper wire size

20. Inspect all ductwork for condition and air leaks
21. Measure the supply and return duct plenum in attic
22. Determine maximum air flow capacity of Supply Plenum
23. Determine air flow capacity of Return Plenum
24. Enlarge the Supply Duct Plenum to match new a/c air flow requirements
25. Enlarge the Return Duct Plenum to match new a/c air flow requirements
26. Measure the ducts to each room
27. Identify all hot rooms with undersized supply ducts
28. Enlarge the Supply Duct to each Hot Room for proper air flow
29. Balance air flow distribution throughout home for max performance
30. Measure the return air grill – 150 Sq. inches per ton minimum
31. 4 Ton A/C (150 x 4 = 600 Sq. In) minimum grill size required (20 x30)
32. Repair all air leas identified at time of installation
33. Seal all air leaks with silver tape and mastic compound

34. Open Electrical Panel and Visually inspect the condition of Buzz Bars for overheating
35. Open Electrical Panel and Visually inspect the size of wiring and circuit breakers
36. Inspect the AMP capacity of A/C circuit breakers for code compliance
37. Inspect wiring for proper size and code rating
38. Upgrade wiring to match code if necessary
39. Upgrade Circuit Breaker to match code if necessary
40. Replace exterior condenser electrical whip
41. Check Condition of the exterior electrical disconnect box
42. Check the location of exterior disconnect box – 15″ Clearance per code
43. Replace exterior disconnect box due to safety conditions

44. Inspect condenser concrete pad for cracks and code compliance
45. Concrete Pad – code clearance requires a minimum 2″ clearance on all 4 sides
46. Fasten condenser to concrete slab using approved HURRICANE anchors on all 4 sides
47. Assure Code Compliance and Safety Requirements are Met
48. Electrical Box requires a 15′ INCH clearance from the side of A/C for code compliance
49. Check electrical disconnect box for proper wire and breaker size

50. Check Location of Thermostat for proper themperature reading

Home Energy Solutions

The purpose our home energy assessments is to identifyways to conserve energy, increase comfort, improve indoor air quality and provide all necessary information to engineer the right system and offer alternative energy solutions such as 16 SEER to 20 SEER air conditioning, water heater replacement, attic installation, duct sealing, window tinting, solar electric panels (photovoltaic) and solar hot water. ECM has helped thousands of homeowners achieve a huge monthly savings on their utility bills.

Largest FPL Rebate Contractor in Florida

ECM is one of the largest FPL participating air conditioning contractor in Florida with roughly 3,000-3,500 air conditioning installations per year. We have distinguished ourselves by engineering and designing more high efficiency systems than any other contractor in the state. The bottom line is ECM customers get a better installation and a better return for their investment. ON AVERAGE OUR CUSTOMERS SAVE 30% MORE ON ENERGY BILLS!

Cooling Efficiency Chart

Call Us Today to Set Up Your Free Home Energy Assessment

Making the right decisions about your home’s energy use can save you a lot of money! When you’re ready to get started with your free home energy assessment, get in touch with us here at East Coast Mechanical (ECM). We take pride in helping our customers achieve maximum indoor comfort while using as little energy as possible!