Do-It-Yourself

If you want the rebate, have the evaluation done before you start the work.

You can do part or all of your air sealing as a do-it-yourself project and we will be happy to help you. If you have a home evaluation, we will walk you through your whole house to help you discover the air leaks and give you tips on how to fix them. We will also help you prioritize your air leaks -- what to do first and where the big problems are.

To succeed as a do-it-yourself project be prepared to spend 1-3 days, and you should be comfortable in a dust mask, knee pads, latex gloves and coveralls. To make effective use of your time and materials, I highly recommend the EPA Do-It-Yourself guide, it has great tips on how to discover air leaks, and really practical advice on what to wear and the materials you will need. The Air-Leakage Control guide by Natural Resources Canada is another great place to start.

The most comprehensive guide to air-seal every conceivable part of your home is Zerodraft Building Envelope 101. This covers more than you would ever want to know about sealing air leaks, and it has loads of tips to save you time.

The first step to get your rebate is to call or email for an energy evaluation.

• Air-Leakage Control guide by Natural Resources Canada
• Consumer Guide to Home Energy Savings
• Do-It-Yourself guide to air sealing - Energy Star
• Zerodraft Building Envelope 101