energy audit
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of energy audit
First recorded in 1975–80
Example Sentences
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All the experts I spoke with emphasized that while you could DIY your home’s energy audit, nothing beats having a pro do it.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025
An energy audit tells you where your home is leaking heat and cold air and what your best options are for insulation and air sealing.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 8, 2022
To get a full picture of your home’s heating profile, you can schedule a residential energy assessment, also called an energy audit.
From New York Times • Nov. 12, 2021
There is a cost associated with an energy audit, but it will pay for itself several times over if you follow the advice the energy professional gives you.
From Encyclopedia.com • Mar. 21, 2018
It also pays up to $150 for a home energy audit that can assess your home’s energy use.
From Washington Post
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