{"id":993,"date":"2022-07-11T11:00:54","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T15:00:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kennihans.com\/blog\/?p=993"},"modified":"2022-07-08T15:46:17","modified_gmt":"2022-07-08T19:46:17","slug":"hows-your-home-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kennihans.com\/blog\/home-improvement\/hows-your-home-performance\/","title":{"rendered":"How\u2019s Your Home Performance?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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When the weather gets hot and you start using your air conditioner more often, your energy bills rise as well. Although this is to be expected and we\u2019re sure it\u2019s something that you mentally budget when these months roll around \u2026 wouldn\u2019t you like to save money when you can? If the answer to this question is \u201cyes,\u201d then we suggest checking in with your home performance in Butler County, PA<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When we talk about \u201chome performance\u201d with our customers, they tend to get a bit confused. This is understandable because of the many different systems and services that comprise \u201chome performance.\u201d Today, we\u2019re here to give you a crash course in everything you should know. These are a few different things you should consider if you\u2019d like better home performance this summer and the entire year.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What to Consider When It Comes to Your Home Performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not every day that we talk about home performance services. Here are a few things you should consider this season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Home Energy Assessment <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When in doubt, get a home energy assessment! These are the assessments we recommend because they’re an opportunity for our professionals to get into your home, figure out exactly what\u2019s causing the problems you might be experiencing, and then create a plan to solve them.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our home energy assessments work like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. We start a detailed analysis and report on all your home\u2019s major systems. This includes your water heater, furnace, boiler, ductwork, insulation, air conditioning, lighting, ventilation, and more.<\/li>
  2. We give detailed recommendations on what improvements should be made.<\/li>
  3. We give free estimates for all recommended improvements.<\/li>
  4. We complete the improvements and make the necessary upgrades. We\u2019re a one-stop shop.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Air Sealing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Your ductwork is one of the most important parts of your home because it moves all your conditioned air to where you need it. If your ductwork has developed gaps, leaks, or tears over time, then we suggest air sealing.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    One of the more difficult questions is typically how do you know if you need air sealing. Here are a few things you should note:<\/p>\n\n\n\n