Diagnostic Services

Diagnosing the Problem

Rather than focusing on a single component, such as single-paned windows, an old air conditioning system, or leaky ductwork, J.R. Bolton will assess how improvements to all of these components can work together to provide:

• fewer drafts
• consistent temperatures across rooms
• better ventilation and humidity control
• lower utility bills

Whole House Diagnostic

What we will do for your house:

Initial Consultation

Do you have rooms that are hard to heat or cool?

There are economic solutions.

Your consultant will use an air flow capture hood to measure precisely how much conditioned air is getting to those rooms. If air flow is low, the causes will be determined, and appropriate solutions will be prescribed.

For more information, call 770-449-3692 and ask for Jeff

Common Recommendations

Sealing Air Leaks and Adding Insulation
Many air leaks in homes are fairly obvious, such as around windows, doors, and electrical outlets. But others, like those in attics, around chimneys, and through recessed lighting fixtures, are often the more significant sources of energy loss in a home. Sealing air leaks is critical to improving the overall efficiency of your home and will make your heating and cooling system perform better. Along with air sealing, your contractor may recommend that you add insulation. Many older homes are not well-insulated, and some have no insulation at all. Properly installed insulation in walls, floors, and attics provides for more even temperatures throughout the house and results in a quieter, more comfortable living environment that is easier to heat and cool.

Sealing Ductwork
Many homes have leaky ductwork and poor air flow, resulting in stuffy and uncomfortable rooms — regardless of the thermostat setting. The home performance contractor may recommend sealing your home’s ducts with mastic, metal tape or spray-on sealant, and balancing the duct system to optimize air flow to all rooms. Insulating ductwork in attics, crawlspaces, and some basements can also help to ensure that your home will be more comfortable.

Improving Heating and Cooling Systems
If your furnace or air conditioner is more than 10 years old, J.R. Bolton may recommend replacing it with a unit that has earned the ENERGY STAR label. Installed correctly, these high-efficiency units can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs. But when it comes to heating and cooling equipment, bigger is not always better. A properly-sized unit will make your home more comfortable by providing more consistent temperatures and better humidity control.

Quality Assurance
A local Home Performance with ENERGY STAR sponsor (a State Energy Office, utility, or nonprofit energy efficiency organization) is responsible for ensuring J.R. Bolton Services maintains high standards for quality. This typically includes providing specialized training for contractors and conducting quality assurance inspections to verify that Home Performance with ENERGY STAR projects get done right.

Whole House Diagnostic
Do you have any of these problems?

• Excessive Dust?
• Dirt Lines at Carpet Edges?
• Dry Air or Static Shock?
• Lingering or Musty Odors?
• Smelly Fireplace?
• Hot or Cold Rooms?
• High Utility or Repair Bills?
• Dirt or Condensation on Air Conditioner Vents?

It is possible to solve these problems, permanently.

With diagnostic testing, we pinpoint causes of these problems. You will learn the facts about what can be done to make your indoor living environment clean, healthy, safe and comfortable.

When it is time to replace your existing air conditioner or furnace, it is wise to look at your whole system. Ducts should be thoroughly examined and tested for air flow and leakage.

“Bigger is not always better!”

Oversized equipment will cost more up front and more to operate over its lifetime. Additionally, it will not make your room comfortable or dehumidify like it should. It is also a mistake to assume your existing system is the right size. Improvements to the home after the equipment is installed can affect sizing as well as occasional lack of knowledge from the original builder.

J.R. Bolton will use the Whole House Approach when assessing your home for new equipment. Even if it is not time for new equipment, a Whole House Diagnostic Test can help you make improvements that will make you home more comfortable and energy efficient.