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Capital City Construction, LLC
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Energy Audit - For BusinessHome Energy Audit

Serving Tornado, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

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Do you want to lower your energy bills? Increase your homes resale value? Protect your health? Or just Go Green? We can help! Capital City Construction is your all-inclusive solution to a green home and energy savings. We will thoroughly test your home using specialized testing equipment such as the Blower Door, Duct Blaster and Infrared Camera to create a plan that will protect your family and your wallet. From the Home Energy Audit, to completing the home improvements, to filling out the rebates forms, Capital City Construction will ensure your transition into an energy saving home is as effortless and affordable as possible. Capital City Construction specializes in energy audits of home and commercial buildings. Recommendations can range from improved energy-savings practices, structural improvements, and systems retrofits to energy conservation behavior changes among building occupants. Not sure if you need your home inspected right now? We can help you!!!

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JCS Contracting
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Home Energy Audit

Serving Tornado, WV and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Welcome! Let me be the first to welcome you to the JCS Family! I’m Jeramie, owner/operator of JCS Contracting! From window replacement and roof repair to siding repair and baby proofing! Big or small, WE DO IT ALL!!

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Energy Efficiency Auditing questions, answered by experts

R-value is calculated by dividing the thickness of an insulation material by its thermal conductivity. The material's composition and density influence thermal conductivity. Materials with lower conductivity values provide better insulation. The higher the R-value, the better the material is at insulating, helping homeowners select insulation that meets the energy needs of their climate and home layout.

Window AC units use a fair amount of electricity, but significantly less than central AC systems. Because they are more energy-efficient for cooling individual rooms or small spaces, their usage is comparatively low. On average, a window AC unit consumes between 500 and 1,400 watts, while a central AC system uses over 3,500 watts—meaning a window unit uses about one-third of the energy. This typically translates to a monthly running cost of $15 to $40, although this can vary depending on external factors.

To determine the right size generator for your house, you should calculate the total wattage of the appliances and devices you want to power during an outage. List all essential items, note their start-up wattages, and add them together.

Here are some typical wattage requirements for common appliances:

  • Refrigerator: 600 watts

  • Large dehumidifier: 700 watts

  • Large window air conditioner: 1,400 watts

  • Water heater: 3,000 to 4,500 watts

  • Electric furnace: 5,000 to 25,000 watts

A 7,500-watt generator might be sufficient for essentials like a refrigerator, freezer, well pump, and lighting circuits. However, for high-demand items like a water heater or furnace, a whole-home generator is a better choice. A portable generator may be enough if you only need to power a few critical items.

While home square footage can offer a rough estimate, it is not always a reliable indicator. For reference, here are some typical generator sizes based on square footage:

  • 1,000 sq ft: 6–9 kW

  • 1,500 sq ft: 7–10 kW

  • 2,000 sq ft: 10–14 kW

  • 2,500 sq ft: 12–16 kW

  • 3,000 sq ft: 16–20 kW+

For the most accurate sizing, consult a professional who can calculate your home's peak and average power consumption and recommend the optimal generator.

You can increase your home’s load factor by replacing fuse boxes with a circuit breaker, hiring a licensed electrician to upgrade your electrical panel, upgrading wiring, or installing subpanels. An electrical inspection by an expert can help determine the state of your current electrical systems and how they can be improved.

Yes, energy-efficient options such as LEDs and solar-powered lights are available. These alternatives consume less electricity, resulting in lower utility costs. They are also more environmentally friendly due to their reduced carbon footprint and longer lifespan.

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