Energy Performance Testing
Our energy performance testing services are designed to optimize energy consumption while meeting state energy standards. Our team’s expertise, tools, and strategies provide precise tracking and innovative energy solutions. When enhancing residential building efficiency, we pave the way for sustainable growth and a smarter, safer Florida for all.
Why Energy Testing is Essential
Energy performance testing is the cornerstone of safe, sustainable building practices. Our services go beyond compliance to unlock operational efficiency and drive innovation. By identifying improvement opportunities, we mitigate risks, reduce costs, and support environmentally conscious decision-making. These efforts improve resilience, deliver measurable energy savings, and ensure alignment with modern sustainability goals.
Standby power, also known as “vampire energy,” can account for as much as 40% of a building’s energy use, costing U.S. households approximately $19 billion annually.
How Our Testing Powers Performance
At 15 lightyears, we prioritize efficiency and sustainability through a robust range of energy performance testing solutions. Our services enhance energy optimization and ensure compliance with leading industry standards, delivering tangible benefits and supporting operational excellence.
Code Compliance
We ensure full compliance with Florida Building Code energy standards by utilizing hands-on testing, specialized software, and technical expertise. By addressing compliance proactively, we help organizations meet requirements and mitigate risks.
Blower Door Testing
Our specialists measure airflow and leakage by depressurizing buildings using specialized fans. Blower door testing is required by the Florida Building Code for all new construction homes, ensuring they meet energy efficiency and compliance standards. This test helps identify air leaks in a home’s structure, allowing us to make recommendations that ultimately improve comfort, enhance indoor air quality, lower energy costs, and prevent moisture issues.
Duct Leakage Testing
Our team measures duct productivity by assessing airflow and pressure with a calibrated fan. Duct leakage testing identifies leaks, improving energy savings, indoor air quality, and HVAC lifespan.
Energy Audit
We conduct comprehensive energy assessments to identify inefficiencies, flag potential issues, and recommend energy-saving improvements. Our tailored audits make buildings smarter and safer for their builders, owners, and inhabitants.
HVAC Duct Grading
HVAC duct grading evaluates ductwork based on efficiency, airflow, leakage, and insulation to ensure optimal system performance. It helps minimize energy waste, improve indoor air quality, and extend HVAC equipment lifespan. Proper grading ensures compliance with industry standards, reducing operational costs and enhancing overall comfort.
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What Sets 15 lightyears Apart?
At 15 lightyears, we lead the charge in advancing energy efficiency and sustainability. Our team is built on a foundation of expertise, consistency, and deep-rooted community involvement and our services align with industry standards like ENERGY STAR and HERS. By maintaining full in-house teams, offering extensive training, and fostering lasting partnerships, we ensure that our work goes beyond compliance to truly elevate industry standards and improve long-term energy performance.
Entirely In-House
With no subcontractors, our team consists entirely of in-house experts, ensuring consistency, accountability, and top-tier service
Local Expertise
Our technicians are embedded in the communities we serve, providing region-specific knowledge and faster service.
Ongoing Training
Every technician undergoes weekly, monthly, and quarterly comprehensive training to stay ahead of industry best practices and compliance updates.
True Partnerships
We actively collaborate with builders to improve standards, document best practices, and train trade partners.
Continuous Support
We stay up to date on all code and tax changes, ensuring compliance and maximizing available incentives. Our team actively collaborates with builders to navigate industry trends, keeping projects efficient, cost-effective, and ahead of regulatory shifts.
Benefits of Energy Testing
Energy performance testing offers transformative benefits for diverse stakeholders, driving efficiency, sustainability, and cost savings.
- Residential builders turn to performance testing for energy-efficient designs that appeal to eco-conscious buyers.
- Municipalities and city planners rely on testing to ensure adherence to energy
codes and foster sustainable urban development. - Commercial building owners and operators utilize energy testing to reduce operational costs and extend asset lifespans.
- Architects and design teams optimize building designs with data-backed energy insights.
- Corporate sustainability teams employ testing to align projects with organizational goals and secure measurable sustainability achievements.
- Developers deliver projects that stand out in competitive markets through energy testing, efficiency, and compliance.
From cost savings to compliance, energy testing is key to building smarter, more sustainable structures.
Air leakage accounts for up to 30% of a building’s heating and cooling energy loss, making blower door and duct leakage testing essential for efficiency.
Explore 15 lightyears’ Energy-Efficient Solutions
At 15 lightyears, we redefine efficiency and safety with our robust spectrum of services. Our energy performance testing goes beyond cost-cutting to safeguard against risks and ensure compliance with energy standards. From advanced safety monitoring to tailored installations, we integrate resilience into every project. Our certifications and services align with industry standards like ENERGY STAR and HERS, enhancing property credentials while reducing environmental impact.
Ready to advance your energy goals? Discover how 15 lightyears can illuminate sustainable development for your projects.
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