In these difficult times saving some money and having more efficient homes is a good thing. The United States Department of Energy has helpful tips and an outline on how to do your own Home Energy Audit.
They walk you through how to check on air leaks, heating/cooling equipment/lighting and insulation.
There are also professional Home Energy Auditors that can do more sophisticated testing than you can do yourself. They have blower door tests, thermography equipment and can take air filtration measurements. The cost can range from $350-500.
The U.S. Department of Energy even has a blog where all kinds of energy related topics are discussed not just home related.
Residential Energy Services Network, (RESNET)
Building Performance Institute, (BPI)
Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA)
Energy Audits for your home, from the Wall Street Journal
