FAQ: Are Inexpensive Compressed Air Audits Available?

Big energy audits usually save big energy, but they can cost big bucks (see Energy Audit Leads to Substantial Energy Savings for proof.)  So, where does that leave the little guy?

Energy audits, like companies, come in all shapes and sizes, from free and basic to full system audits with specific measurements, such as leak detection, power and flow rate, maintenance reviews and more. Inexpensive audits are available, but as with the more comprehensive studies, be cautious of how they are performed and by whom.  Here are a few good questions to ask before an audit:

• Do you have references or previous customers that I can talk with?
• Will you help evaluate the complete system, Supply and Demand side?
• What kind of report will you supply?
• Will you help remedy the inefficiencies?
• Will you offer a post audit and perhaps an annual PM check-up study?

Remember the old saying, “You get what you pay for,” when interviewing companies to perform your audit. Want to learn more? Send me a note or leave a comment below.