“This business enables me to make a positive impact on my community and help customers live and work more comfortably in their homes and businesses — while saving on utilities,” said Graff.

Pro Energy Consultants is the nation’s first home energy auditing franchise. As an unbiased, third party, it’s focused on diagnosing building performance issues for homes and light commercial buildings. The company, backed by more than 11,000 energy audits and 15 years’ experience, also offers a guarantee. If, at the end of the test, customers don’t feel they’ve received valuable information about their home or business office, then the energy audit is free.

To successfully diagnose home performance issues, the company’s energy auditors first undergo extensive training from its building performance and business experts, followed by eight weeks of continuing education training. Additionally, Graff has achieved Building Performance Institute’s BPI Building Analyst Certification and so is trained, tested and certified to BPI’s nationally recognized standards using the house-as-a-system approach.

Graff’s customers have found the energy audit beneficial.

“It was a useful, worthwhile audit and one, which I believe, will save me energy dollars in the future,” said Vienna resident Jim Ritchey. “Left me knowing what my energy efficiency situation really was and corrective measures I could take to remedy weaknesses.”

Added Katrina Sarlin also of Vienna, “We were amazed at how much we learned about our home.”

The energy audit starts with the homeowner explaining the specific home performance issues he or she has been experiencing. Next, an electronic blower door is installed in an exterior door. Once activated, the blower door allows Graff to, in essence, take an “X-ray” of the home by using infrared thermal imaging to identify all the hidden building leakage areas. The entire process usually takes approximately two to three hours.

“It really takes a comprehensive, diagnostic energy audit by a professional using sophisticated equipment to remove all the guesswork and pinpoint what’s causing excessive energy usage and major comfort complaints,” said Graff. “It can also save homeowners from making unnecessary costly repairs, such as replacing a furnace or installing new windows, if they aren’t actually needed.”

After the energy audit, a detailed report with prioritized recommendations for maximizing the energy efficiency and comfort of the home is developed, and delivered, to the homeowner within days of the energy audit.

“It’s great to have Gary as part of our team,” said Pro Energy Consultants Managing Partner Derek Sola. “Homeowners are looking for affordable solutions for solving their comfort issues and reducing energy usage.”

For more information, call (703) 283-2117 or (703) 255-2224 or visit: http://www.proenergyconsultants.com/ggraff

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company started in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.

Cannella has operated his own energy auditing business since 1995. In 2008 he teamed up with two franchising experts, Derek Sola and Kris Simonich, and his business model was used to create the Pro Energy Consultants franchise. As chief technical officer, Cannella will expand his role as a business coach and in providing technical support to new franchisees.

“We now have a significant national presence with more than 60 U.S. franchises — and Pro Energy isn’t even two years old yet,” said Cannella, who will continue his previous role of new franchisee training. “This new role will allow me to spend more time working with our franchisees and helping the company maintain its position as the nation’s leading energy auditing firm.”

Brachowski came to Pro Energy Consultants in March 2009 after more than 17 years of franchise operations development consulting. As chief operations officer, Brachowski will manage the company’s departments and make sure standard operations are in place to keep the company running efficiently and remain strong in the future.

“I’m proud to be associated with our corporate staff and franchisees because every day we solve real energy usage and comfort issues in customers’ homes,” said Brachowski. “This is a quality service that’s helping reduce the nation’s carbon footprint.”

Pro Energy Consultants, the nation’s first building performance franchise, performs energy audits for maximizing the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. Its system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customers energy audits that are customized, comprehensive and diagnostic. As an unbiased, third party, Pro Energy uses the information from its energy audits to solve the top three building performance problems homeowners face: discomfort, excessive energy usage and poor indoor air quality issues.

For more information, call 888-9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363), or visit: http://www.proenergyconsultants.com

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company started in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.

“My previous experience has fostered a desire to see our homes and businesses become more energy efficient,” said Parks of Cobb County, who previously worked in construction management and as a building product specialist. “When I discovered Pro Energy Consultants, I knew it was the perfect opportunity to use my field experience and passion for conservation to help families and businesses within my community save money and save energy.”

Pro Energy Consultants is the nation’s first home energy auditing franchise. As an unbiased, third party, it’s focused on diagnosing building performance issues — namely comfort, excessive energy usage, and poor indoor air quality issues — for homes and light commercial buildings. The company, backed by more than 11,000 energy audits and 15 years’ experience, also offers a guarantee. If, at the end of the test, customers don’t feel they’ve received valuable information about their home or business office, then the energy audit is free. To successfully diagnose home performance issues, the company’s energy auditors first undergo extensive training from its building performance and business experts, followed by eight weeks of continuing education training.

Parks’ customers have found the energy audit beneficial.

“The recommendations were not only helpful and inexpensive, but they actually worked. My upstairs, which was difficult to cool, is now extremely comfortable, and my first bill since these improvements was reduced by approximately. 17 percent — and that was not even a full month. I am very anxious to see the difference this winter,” said Jim Newman of Atlanta. “I didn't do the energy audit to save money but to fix a cooling issue I had upstairs. I consider the savings a terrific bonus.”

Added Newman, “The fact that it is an independent energy audit and that he was not trying to sell me anything but simply assist me with my heat and air issues meant so much.”

“Being able to actually see areas that need correcting will benefit me greatly when I am able to complete some of the suggested remedies,” said Harold Smith of Smyrna.

The energy audit starts with the homeowner explaining the specific home performance issues he or she has been experiencing. Next, an electronic blower door is installed in an exterior door. Once activated, the blower door pulls air into the home and allows Parks to, in essence, take an “X-ray” of the home by using infrared thermal imaging to identify all the hidden building leakage areas. The entire process takes approximately two to three hours.

“It really takes a comprehensive, diagnostic energy audit by a professional using sophisticated equipment to remove all the guesswork and pinpoint what’s causing excessive energy usage and major comfort complaints,” said Parks. “It can also save homeowners from making unnecessary costly repairs, such as replacing a furnace or installing new windows.”

A detailed report with prioritized recommendations for maximizing the energy efficiency and comfort of the home is delivered to the homeowner within days of the energy audit.

“It’s great to have Brayden as part of our team,” said Pro Energy Consultants Managing Partner Derek Sola. “Homeowners are looking for affordable solutions for solving their comfort issues and reducing energy usage.”

According to Sola, his company has experienced considerable growth since being founded in 2008. He attributes this to the nation’s increased focus on fiscal responsibility and energy conservation. For example, several states are beginning to subsidize and reward homeowners who make their homes more energy efficient. One state, Nevada, has passed legislation making energy audits mandatory in the near future. Many more states are considering similar legislation. In addition, many states will receive millions of dollars this year in stimulus grants for energy-efficient projects, including weatherization of homes.

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company started in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.

Typically, light commercial buildings go unnoticed but are a fixture in neighborhoods because they usually are converted homes. Chief Technical Officer Mark Cannella said there are “thousands” of these buildings that energy auditing businesses have overlooked until now.

“These are businesses that look like a house. That’s the best way to describe them,” said Cannella. “Since many are converted to offices it’s important that they perform well so that both the customers and the employees feel comfortable in those offices.”

Light commercial building owners can benefit from an energy audit in several ways. Energy auditors can investigate comfort issues such as temperature differences between rooms, provide accurate information about energy usage and ideas to improve it, or assist in meeting environmental standards.

For now, the company will only offer commercial energy audits to properties less than 5,000 square feet and occupied by an owner who is conscious of employees’ and clients’ comfort. Doctors, dentists, attorneys, accountants, real estate companies and boutiques are examples of businesses that commonly operate out of such buildings. This service isn’t currently available for restaurants, retail shops with refrigeration, warehouses or manufacturing facilities.

Business owners can take a one-minute online survey to see if an energy audit may be right for them at http://www.proenergyconsultants.com/commercial-survey. Commercial energy audits can be scheduled for after business hours or weekends.

The energy audit starts with the building owner explaining the specific performance issues he or she has been experiencing. Next, an electronic blower door is installed in an exterior door. Once activated, the blower door pulls air out of the building. As air comes back in from elsewhere, the energy auditor uses an infrared camera to in essence take an “X-ray” of the building and identify all the hidden air leaks and failed or missing insulation — the real causes for excessive energy usage and major comfort complaints. The entire process takes approximately two to three hours. A detailed commercial energy audit report is delivered to the business owner within days. It includes the technician’s findings from electronic diagnostics and inspecting the business’ mechanical, air distribution, air barrier, and thermal barrier systems; recommendations and correction strategies for increasing efficiency and comfort; and sections addressing lighting, water systems, electronics usage and exterior maintenance.

Pro Energy Consultants’ system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customers energy audits that are customized, comprehensive and diagnostic. As an unbiased third party, Pro Energy uses the information from its energy audits to solve the top three building performance problems building owners face: discomfort, excessive energy usage and poor indoor air quality issues. The company also offers a guarantee. If, at the end of the test, building owners don’t feel they’ve received valuable information about their business office, then the energy audit is free.

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company started in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.

“Energy costs are a monthly expense that compound over time,” said Derek Pace, a life-long Nashville resident. “Any cost reduction also reflects significant cumulative savings to home and light commercial office owners.

Pace has more than 10 years in home building and repair where he was involved in all aspects of design and construction of homes ranging from $200,000 to more than $2,000,000.

“No matter what the cost or age of the building or how well it was constructed, I saw first hand the need for improved energy efficiency to lower energy costs, thus potentially saving the owner thousands of dollars over time,” added Pace.

Pro Energy Consultants is the nation’s first energy auditing franchise. As an unbiased, third party, it’s focused on diagnosing building performance issues for homes and light commercial buildings. The company, backed by more than 11,000 energy audits and 15 years’ experience, also offers a guarantee. If, at the end of the test, customers don’t feel they’ve received valuable information about their home or business office, then the energy audit is free. To successfully diagnose home performance issues, the company’s energy auditors first undergo extensive training from its building performance and business experts, followed by eight weeks of continuing education training.

Pace’s customers have found the energy audit beneficial.

“The most intriguing part of the audit was the infrared camera. I saw things that amazed me,” said Nashville resident Nicholas Rubadeau who runs a dehumidifier every night to battle a high moisture content and large temperature variance between rooms. “Derek discovered things using the equipment that are not apparent to the naked eye.

Rubadeau said the most unexpected benefit of the energy audit was being provided with both large and small fixes to help her house regain an acceptable comfort level. The problems discovered included improper insulation and window caulking, as well as insufficient or missing insulation the attic and crawl space.

“I was provided with solutions to remedy the problems,” added Rubadeau.

The energy audit starts with the homeowner explaining the specific home performance issues he or she has been experiencing. Next, an electronic blower door is installed in an exterior door. Once activated, the blower door pulls air into the home and allows Pace to in essence take an “X-ray” of the home by using infrared thermal imaging to identify all the hidden building leakage areas. The entire process takes approximately two to three hours.

“It really takes a comprehensive, diagnostic energy audit by a professional using sophisticated equipment to remove all the guesswork and pinpoint what’s causing excessive energy usage and major comfort complaints,” said Pace. “It can also save homeowners from making unnecessary costly repairs, such as replacing a furnace or installing new windows.”

A detailed report with prioritized recommendations for maximizing the energy efficiency and comfort of the home is delivered to the homeowner within days of the energy audit.

“It’s great to have Derek as part of our team,” said Pro Energy Consultants Managing Partner Derek Sola. “Homeowners are looking for affordable solutions for solving their comfort issues and reducing energy usage.”

According to Sola, his company has experienced considerable growth since being founded in 2008. He attributes this to the nation’s increased focus on fiscal responsibility and energy conservation. For example, several states are beginning to subsidize and reward homeowners who make their homes more energy efficient. One state, Nevada, has passed legislation making energy audits mandatory in the near future. Many more states are considering similar legislation. In addition, many states will receive millions of dollars this year in stimulus grants for energy-efficient projects, including weatherization of homes.

For more information, call (615)720-7333 or 888-9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363), or visit: http://www.proenergyconsultants.com

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company started in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.

“We’re all fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world,” said Werner. “While we enjoy the change of seasons, Colorado’s extreme weather really puts our energy efficiency to the test, whether it’s our homes or businesses.”

Pro Energy Consultants is the nation’s first home energy auditing franchise. As an unbiased, third party, it’s focused on diagnosing building performance issues for homes and light commercial buildings. The company, backed by more than 11,000 energy audits and 15 years’ experience, also offers a guarantee. If, at the end of the test, customers don’t feel they’ve received valuable information about their home or business office, then the energy audit is free. To successfully diagnose home performance issues, the company’s energy auditors first undergo extensive training from its building performance and business experts, followed by eight weeks of continuing education training.

Werner’s customers have found the energy audit beneficial.

“Dan offered long-term, ‘big ideas’ regarding how to reduce our energy usage as well as quick fixes that I, the home owner, could easily implement over a weekend,” said Rob Lipson of Westminster. “[The] evaluation was very thorough.”

Kenneth Conley of Aurora decided to have an energy audit because he was experiencing comfort issues and inconsistent temperatures in his daughter’s room and his office.

“They were too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter,” said Conley. “In my two-hour energy audit with Dan, he pointed out an issue with our furnace, ductwork, and our attic door. With a trip to our local home improvement store and less than $100 spent, we noticed a tangible difference.”

The energy audit starts with the homeowner explaining the specific home performance issues he or she has been experiencing. Next, an electronic blower door is installed in an exterior door. Once activated, the blower door pulls air into the home and allows Werner to in essence take an “X-ray” of the home by using infrared thermal imaging to identify all the hidden building leakage areas. The entire process takes approximately two to three hours.

“It really takes a comprehensive, diagnostic energy audit by a professional using sophisticated equipment to remove all the guesswork and pinpoint what’s causing excessive energy usage and major comfort complaints,” said Werner. “It can also save homeowners from making unnecessary costly repairs, such as replacing a furnace or installing new windows.”

A detailed report with prioritized recommendations for maximizing the energy efficiency and comfort of the home is delivered to the homeowner within days of the energy audit.

“It’s great to have Dan as part of our team,” said Pro Energy Consultants Managing Partner Derek Sola. “Homeowners are looking for affordable solutions for solving their comfort issues and reducing energy usage.”

According to Sola, his company has experienced considerable growth since being founded in 2008. He attributes this to the nation’s increased focus on fiscal responsibility and energy conservation. For example, several states are beginning to subsidize and reward homeowners who make their homes more energy efficient. One state, Nevada, has passed legislation making energy audits mandatory in the near future. Many more states are considering similar legislation. In addition, many states will receive millions of dollars this year in stimulus grants for energy-efficient projects, including weatherization of homes.

For more information, call (303)440-1933 or 888-9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363), or visit: http://www.proenergyconsultants.com

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company started in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.

“This is a timely, quality service for homeowners looking to create a more comfortable living environment and save on their energy consumption,” said Martens. “Homeowners will begin saving almost immediately after the energy audit if they take our suggested course of action. Our energy audits generally pay themselves within a short period of time.”

Pro Energy Consultants is the nation’s first energy auditing franchise. As an unbiased, third party, it’s focused on diagnosing building performance issues — namely comfort, excessive energy usage and poor indoor air quality issues — for homes and light commercial buildings. The company, backed by more than 11,000 energy audits and 15 years’ experience, also offers a guarantee. If, at the end of the test, customers don’t feel they’ve received valuable information about their home or business office, then the energy audit is free. To successfully diagnose home performance issues, the company’s energy auditors first undergo extensive training from its building performance and business experts, followed by eight weeks of continuing education training.

Martens’ and Sundeen’s customers have found the energy audit beneficial.

“I was interested in finding ways to lower my monthly energy bills,” said Shawn Zimmerman of Maplewood. “Their use of current technology to assess where my house was leaking heat energy was interesting and well explained, as was their suggestions on how to solve my unique energy problems. The energy audit was very thorough.“

The energy audit starts with the homeowner explaining the specific home performance issues he or she has been experiencing. Next, an electronic blower door is installed in an exterior door. Once activated, the blower door pulls air into the home and allows the energy auditors to in essence take an “X-ray” of the home by using infrared thermal imaging to identify all the hidden building leakage areas. The entire process takes approximately two to three hours.

“It really takes a comprehensive, diagnostic energy audit by a professional using sophisticated equipment to remove all the guesswork and pinpoint what’s causing excessive energy usage and major comfort complaints,” said Sundeen. “It can also save homeowners from making unnecessary costly repairs, such as replacing a furnace or installing new windows.”

A detailed report with prioritized recommendations for maximizing the energy efficiency and comfort of the home is delivered to the homeowner within days of the energy audit.

“It’s great to have Dan and Aaron as part of our team,” said Pro Energy Consultants Managing Partner Derek Sola. “Homeowners are looking for affordable solutions for solving their comfort issues and reducing energy usage.”

According to Sola, his company has experienced considerable growth since being founded in 2008. He attributes this to the nation’s increased focus on fiscal responsibility and energy conservation. For example, several states are beginning to subsidize and reward homeowners who make their homes more energy efficient. One state, Nevada, has passed legislation making energy audits mandatory in the near future. Many more states are considering similar legislation. In addition, many states will receive millions of dollars this year in stimulus grants for energy-efficient projects, including weatherization of homes.

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years’ experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company started in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.

“Our proven, easy-to-understand process identifies precisely why and where a home or business is losing energy and sacrificing comfort,” said VanCitters, whose team has prior construction and home improvement experience. “Being lifelong residents of Northern Nevada, we understand the environmental challenges area residents face — from the winter cold to the summer heat — and what it takes to maintain comfortable living and work spaces here.”

Pro Energy Consultants is the nation’s first energy auditing franchise. As an unbiased, third party, it’s focused on diagnosing building performance issues — namely comfort, excessive energy usage and poor indoor air quality issues — for homes and light commercial buildings. The company, backed by more than 11,000 energy audits and 15 years’ experience, also offers a guarantee. If, at the end of the test, customers don’t feel they’ve received valuable information about their home or business office, then the energy audit is free. To successfully diagnose home performance issues, the company’s energy auditors first undergo extensive training from its building performance and business experts, followed by eight weeks of continuing education training.

Local customers have found the energy audit beneficial.

“I [own] a fairly new home and while my home is by no means large, I felt my energy bills were high,” said Reno resident Christine Coe. “I was enthralled to get to walk through my house and see the air leakage through the infared camera. He gave me numerous suggestions on ways I could go about making my home more energy efficient. Having this energy audit provides peace of mind and offers ways to get energy usage under control.”

Coe added she would not buy another home without first having an energy audit conducted.

The energy audit starts with the homeowner explaining the specific home performance issues he or she has been experiencing. Next, an electronic blower door is installed in an exterior door. Once activated, the blower door allows the energy auditors to in essence take an “X-ray” of the home by using infrared thermal imaging to identify all the hidden building leakage areas. The entire process takes approximately one to three hours.

“It really takes a comprehensive, diagnostic energy audit by a professional using sophisticated equipment to remove all the guesswork and pinpoint what’s causing excessive energy usage and major comfort complaints,” said VanCitters. “It can also save homeowners from making unnecessary costly repairs, such as installing new windows.”

A detailed report with prioritized recommendations for maximizing the energy efficiency and comfort of the home is delivered to the homeowner within days of the energy audit.

“It’s great to have Neal, Joshua and Lesley part of our team,” said Pro Energy Consultants Managing Partner Derek Sola. “Homeowners are looking for affordable solutions for solving their comfort issues and reducing energy usage.”

According to Sola, his company has experienced considerable growth since being founded in 2008. He attributes this to the nation’s increased focus on fiscal responsibility and energy conservation. For example, several states are beginning to subsidize and reward homeowners who make their homes more energy efficient. Nevada has passed legislation making energy audits mandatory for homes being resold in the near future. Many more states are considering similar legislation. In addition, many states will receive millions of dollars this year in stimulus grants for energy-efficient projects, including weatherization of homes.

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About Pro Energy Consultants
Pro Energy Consultants’ proven system for conducting energy audits is backed by more than 15 years experience and more than 11,000 energy audits. The company’s mission is to provide customized, comprehensive and diagnostic energy audits designed to maximize the comfort and energy efficiency of homes and “light” commercial buildings while reducing energy costs. This mission not only sets the worldwide standard for energy audits but also established Pro Energy as the world’s leading expert on the subject. In October 2008 Pro Energy began awarding franchises — making it the first national franchise in energy auditing. Being the ideal “green franchise” opportunity, it has quickly grown to more than 60 franchises nationwide. The company is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio. For more information, call 888.9PROENERGY (1-888-977-6363) or visit www.proenergyconsultants.com.