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> Home Energy Medics is an award-winning full service home performance company providing home energy audits, insulation and air sealing, and more to Northern Virginia and the Washington DC area. Our team of experts can help increase home comfort, energy efficiency, and homeowner health and safety.

- [Home | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, NoVA & Washington DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/): Home Energy Medics is an award-winning full service home performance company providing home energy audits, insulation and air sealing, and more to Northern Virginia and the Washington DC area. Our team of experts can help increase home comfort, energy efficiency, and homeowner health and safety.
- [Home | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, NoVA & Washington DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/home-page): Home Energy Medics is an award-winning full service home performance company providing home energy audits, insulation and air sealing, and more to Northern Virginia and the Washington DC area. Our team of experts can help increase home comfort, energy efficiency, and homeowner health and safety.
- [Privacy Policy | Home Energy Medics | DC Metro & Northern Virginia](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/about-us/privacy-policy): We appreciate the trust you place in Home Energy Medics, and we are committed to respecting your privacy and the security of your personal information. Our privacy policy describes the information that we collect and how we use it.
- [Want to Fix Your Home Comfort Issues for Good? | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/want-fix-your-home-comfort-issues-good): How comfortable do you feel at home? Do you battle excess humidity and heat during the summer, or cold floors and high energy bills during the winter? For many homeowners, the solution to these types of issues is to continually adjust the thermostat; but what if you could make home upgrades that resolved these issues for good?
- [Insulation & Air Sealing | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-insulation-air-sealing-help-your-home-year-round): Many homes have air leaks and gaps in insulation, leading to home comfort and efficiency issues. For a more comfortable and efficient home year-round, make sure your home is well sealed and insulated.
- [Avoid the Summer Noise | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/avoiding-summer-noise): Noise pollution can be a real problem during the summer in Arlington, VA and the DC metro area, but the soundproofing experts at Home Energy Medics can get you your own quiet place. Upgrading your home insulation and inspecting doors and windows today can quiet your home and save you money!
- [Home Energy Medics | Putting Your Comfort First | Northern VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/comfort-isnt-just-number-thermostat): Better home performance and energy efficiency means treating your house as if it were our own. Home Energy Medics is here to help you make your home comfortable, lower your energy bills and improve the energy efficiency of your whole home in Northern Virginia or in the DC metro area.
- [Pearl Certification | Home Energy Medics | Arlington VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/our-approach/pearl-certification): Increase your home’s efficiency, comfort, and resale value by making improvements like insulation and window replacement with a Pearl certified contractor. Home Energy Medics is a Pearl Advantage Contractor offering top quality home performance services for homeowners in Northern VA, Maryland and DC.
- [What’s Harming Your Home Comfort? | Home Energy Medics | VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/dont-just-treat-symptoms-find-root-cause-your-home-comfort-issues): Do you know what’s causing your indoor drafts, hot and cold spots, or high heating and cooling bills? Schedule an energy audit with Home Energy Medics to find out exactly what your home in Northern Virginia or DC needs for greater energy efficiency and comfort.
- [Duct Sweating: Why It Happens & How to Fix | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/duct-sweating-why-it-happens-why-you-should-fix-it): Learn how condensation on your ductwork can cause problems throughout your home. Get help today from our local whole home experts.
- [4 Simple Home Upgrades to Make after Move-in | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/4-simple-home-upgrades-make-soon-after-move): Houses in Northern VA and the DC area are notoriously expensive. Get the most from your new home investment, conserve energy, and save on your utility bills for years to come by making these four energy efficiency upgrades with Home Energy Medics soon after move-in.
- [3 Key Things a Free Energy Audit Won’t Tell You | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/3-key-things-free-energy-audit-wont-tell-you-0): Free energy audits are attractive, but they leave out crucial details like where air leaks are and how much you can expect to save on your energy bills. Give your house the attention it needs with a professional home energy audit by Home Energy Medics, Northern Virginia’s home experts.
- [Symptoms We Solve | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-group/indoor-health-issues): Fix problems like high energy bills, indoor comfort issues, and more from the building science experts at Home Energy Medics. Schedule an appointment today.
- [5 Considerations for First-Time Home Buyers | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/5-considerations-first-time-home-buyers): Buying a new home in Northern VA or the DC area? Remember to consider these 5 things before you close, including what the nearby schools are like and how old the windows and doors in the house are. Home Energy Medics is here for all of your new home’s comfort and efficiency needs.
- [Tips for Healthy Living | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/tips-healthy-living): Want to know more about how to keep your home safe and healthy? Home Energy Medics can help!
- [How to “Hygge” with Home Performance | Home Energy Medics | VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-hygge-home-performance): Master the Danish art of hygge by boosting your home comfort with these home performance upgrades. Home Energy Medics is Northern VA and DC’s home comfort expert, offering comfort enhancing upgrades like energy audits, air sealing, insulation, duct sealing, and window installation.
- [Our Client-Centered Approach | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service/our-client-centered-approach): Tired of home comfort issues, high energy bills, noise pollution, or unhealthy indoor air? Learn more about Home Energy Medics' client-centered approach to improving homes in Northern VA, Maryland, and DC, and see what sets us apart from other insulation and energy audit contactors!
- [How We Resolve Home Comfort Issues | Home Energy Medics | VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-do-we-resolve-home-comfort-issues): Experiencing indoor discomfort or high energy bills? Let Home Energy Medics diagnose your home and prescribe the right upgrades for greater home comfort and energy efficiency. Home Energy Medics takes a whole home approach to helping VA and DC homeowners improve their homes.
- [Why Our Energy Audits Aren’t Free | Home Energy Medics | NoVA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-our-energy-audits-arent-free): Considering getting an energy audit done on your home? Get the diagnostic testing your home deserves and avoid paying for unnecessary home upgrades by scheduling an energy audit with Home Energy Medics. We’re proud to provide the most comprehensive energy audits in Northern VA and DC!
- [What Is Pearl Certification & Why Should I Get It? | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-pearl-certification-why-should-i-get-it): Learn more about Pearl Certification and find out why it’s a good idea to get your home Pearl Certified. Pearl certified homes sell for on average 5% more than non-certified homes. Home Energy Medics is Northern VA and DC’s local Pearl Certified contractor.
- [Comfort Issues | Home Energy Medics | VA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-category/comfort-issues): Make your home more comfortable with services from the award-winning home performance team at Home Energy Medics, serving homes throughout the metro DC area.
- [How Does Soundproofing Work? | Home Energy Medics | VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-does-soundproofing-work): Wondering how to soundproof a wall or an entire room in your home? Find out how soundproofing works and which insulation materials are best for noise reduction. Home Energy Medics makes homes in Northern VA and DC more comfortable, peaceful, and energy efficient with professional insulation.
- [How to Soundproof Your Home | Home Energy Medics | VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-soundproof-your-home): Make your home peaceful and quiet with these soundproofing techniques from Home Energy Medics. Soundproofing is a great home upgrade for busy households, homes in noisy neighborhoods, and multi-family buildings. Learn more from Home Energy Medics, Northern VA and DC’s home expert.
- [Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget an Energy Audit | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/spring-cleaning-dont-forget-schedule-energy-audit): As you tackle your spring cleaning checklist, don’t forget to schedule a home energy audit! An energy audit uncovers issues that waste energy and decrease comfort and gives targeted solutions to help you improve your home. Learn more from Home Energy Medics, Northern VA and DC’s energy audit expert.
- [FAQs About Energy Audits | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/answers-your-faqs-about-energy-audits): Get answers to frequently asked questions about energy assessments, and find out why your home might need one. An energy audit helps you uncover comfort and efficiency issues and prioritize needed home improvements. Learn more from Home Energy Medics, Northern VA and DC’s trusted home auditor.
- [High Energy Bills | Home Energy Medics | VA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-category/high-energy-bills): Learn how our insulation, air sealing, heating and cooling upgrades, and other home performance services can save you energy and money.
- [How to Tell If You Need New Windows | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-tell-if-you-need-new-windows): Find out how to tell if it’s time to upgrade your windows, with help from Home Energy Medics — Northern VA and DC’s local home comfort and efficiency expert. Outdated windows can undermine your home’s comfort and energy efficiency. Learn about the signs of outdated windows.
- [Where to Insulate Your Home for Summer | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/where-you-should-insulate-your-home-summer): Find out which areas in the home are the most important to insulate before summer. Home Energy Medics of Northern VA and DC explains where you should insulate your home for greater indoor comfort and protection from the summer heat and humidity. Learn more about home insulation with air sealing for the summer.
- [Why are my AC Ducts Sweating? | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-are-my-ac-ducts-sweating): Sweating AC ducts could mean that your Washington DC home needs duct sealing, air sealing & an insulation upgrade by Home Energy Medics. Moisture collects on cool ducts, creating mold that circulates through the house and affects indoor air quality. Our home energy audit can pinpoint the cause and offer smart advice.
- [Homebuyer Insulation Tips | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/home-shopping-start-energy-audit): Smart home buyers in the Washington DC area learn how to ID the signs of energy efficiency in your new home with an energy audit by Home Energy Medics. Look for energy wasters and efficiency red flags like inadequate insulation. Home sellers & buyers benefit from energy audits from award winning Home Energy Medics.
- [Indoor Health Issues | Home Energy Medics | NoVA & Metro DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-category/indoor-health-issues): Learn about the risks of unhealthy indoor air, and the signs and symptoms you have poor IAQ. Contact our team for a healthier, safer metro DC area home.
- [Home Energy Audits | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-category/home-energy-audits-DC-VA): Learn how to make your home more comfortable and affordable to heat and cool with energy audit services from our local building science experts.
- [Insulation & Air Sealing | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-category/insulation-air-sealing): Save money and make your home more comfortable and healthy with upgraded insulation and air sealing services from our award-winning local team!
- [Why Insulation & Air Sealing Are Best Together | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-do-insulation-air-sealing-work-best-together): Learn the most effective way to keep summer heat out of your home. Perform air sealing at the same time as upgrading the insulation in your Northern VA and DC area home. Home Energy Medics explains how both practices work together to improve both heating and cooling performance in your home.
- [Why Are My Upstairs & Downstairs Different Temps? | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-are-my-upstairs-and-downstairs-different-temperatures): Keep your indoor temperatures the same from floor to floor. Learn why your AC or heating isn’t the problem—your home’s insulation is!
- [How Can I Get a Good Night's Sleep? | Home Energy Medics | NoVA & Metro DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-can-i-get-good-nights-sleep): “How do I improve my home’s sleeping conditions?” At Home Energy Medics, we get this question often from Northern VA and DC homeowners. Find out how sleep quality is tied to temperature and home performance, and why a healthier, more comfortable home can help you sleep better.
- [Services | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, NoVA, Metro DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-group/services): Improve the comfort of your home, reduce energy waste, and save money with our home performance services, including insulation, air sealing, and energy audits.
- [Luke Testimonial | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/testimonial/luke-testimonial): After working for Home Energy Medics for almost 4 years I still feel excited & motivated as ever! It feels gratifying to be able to help people, and the world through energy auditing. There is always something new to learn & new people to meet which keeps things exciting. In summary Home Energy Medics is an outstanding place to work.
- [Vicki Testimonial | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/testimonial/vicki-testimonial): I had been in the construction industry in various capacities for over 15 years. I was looking for a new branch to learn and grow my skill-set and the green sector was appealing to me. I've been with Home Energy Medics for over 4 years now and I can honestly say the work we do and the company's standards are second to none! I love the work I do and who I get to do it with
- [DeLaney Wells | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/staff/delaney-wells): DeLaney Wells comes to Home Energy Medics with a wealth of customer relations experience. Formerly in the automotive industry, she worked with clients face to face on a daily basis for service, insurance claims, and warranties. She enjoys helping people, solving problems, making a difference and working in the home performance sector!In her free time, DeLaney loves to travel
- [11 Ways to Save on Utility Bills This Winter | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/11-ways-save-utility-bills-winter): Lower your energy bill with these tips and recommendations that will improve your energy efficiency this winter. From reversing your ceiling fan to upgrading your insulation, discover the weatherization improvements that will help you get the most out of your heating system and increase home savings.
- [How to Prevent and Prepare for Ice Dams | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-prevent-and-prepare-ice-dams): Upgrade your home’s attic insulation and air sealing and prevent ice dams from forming on your roof. The best form of ice dam prevention is improving your home performance with Home Energy Medics. Our energy audits identify your home’s weak spots and insulation services will keep ice dams at bay for good.
- [Our Approach | Home Energy Medics | NoVA & Metro DC Area](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/our-approach): Learn more about how Home Energy Medics uses a "whole house" approach to uncover the real causes of your VA or DC home's discomfort, high energy bills, and other issues. By taking your whole home into consideration before we make upgrades, our services are effective and long-lasting.
- [Give Yourself the Gift of Pearl Certification | Home Energy Medics | DC, VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/give-yourself-gift-pearl-certification-holiday-season): Increase your home’s value with Pearl-approved home improvements through Home Energy Medics. From home spray foam insulation to insulating your basement walls and air sealing, we’re a home performance and insulation contractor DC homeowners can trust to deliver comfort, value, and lower energy bills.
- [2019 Virginia Energy Efficiency Leadership Award | Home Energy Medics | VA/DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/2019-virginia-energy-efficiency-leadership-award): Our team of energy professionals not only have the customer testimonials that speak to the quality of our services, but a number of awards as well, including being honored at the 2019 VAEEC Fall Forum. Trust your home’s energy efficiency upgrade to the home performance experts at Home Energy Medics.
- [Insulation & Air Sealing: Infographic | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-insulation-air-sealing-work-together-home-comfort): Learn how your home’s energy efficiency will most benefit from the combination of insulation and air sealing. This infographic from Home Energy Medics explains how insulation and air sealing work best together and can improve your home comfort and reduce energy costs.
- [Need an Insulation Upgrade? Get an Energy Audit First | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/need-insulation-upgrade-get-energy-audit-first): Before you schedule insulation work, schedule a home energy audit! An audit from Home Energy Medics will identify where you need insulation and air sealing work, so that you can maximize the benefits of your home improvement projects. Save money and improve your home comfort today.
- [What Are My Energy Audit Results Used For? | Home Energy Medics | NoVA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-are-my-energy-audit-results-used): Get to the bottom of the issues in your home, from high energy bills to poor indoor comfort, with a home energy audit from Home Energy Medics. Learn more about what happens during an energy audit, and how your auditor will use the results to fix your home performance problems once and for all.
- [The Science | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, NoVA & DC Area](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/the-science): Learn how Home Energy Medics's team of home experts use real building science to help you make your Virginia, Maryland, or DC home healthier, more comfortable, and more energy efficient. Our crew includes engineers, technicians, and auditors dedicated to the science of home performance.
- [COVID 19 Update | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/message-home-energy-medics-regarding-covid19): Home Energy Medics recognizes that this is a difficult time and we are dedicated to serving you safely at this time. At the moment we are continuing to run business as usual with an increased focus on added measures to keep you and our staff healthy.
- [Preparing for Your Home Energy Audit | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service-category/preparing-your-home-energy-audit): Prepare for an upcoming home energy audit of your metro DC area house with these tips from your local home performance experts.
- [5 Ways Attic Insulation Provides Year Round Comfort | Home Energy Medics | MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/5-ways-attic-insulation-provides-year-round-comfort): Learn more about all the different ways that upgrading your attic insulation can benefit you and your family. Home Energy Medics, the leading building science and insulation contract in DC, Virginia, and Maryland breaks down the many ways you can improve your indoor comfort with new insulation.
- [Common Home Comfort Issues | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-fight-common-home-comfort-issues): Identify the issues causing poor home comfort in your Northern Virginia, DC, or Maryland home, and learn more about the home performance services available to address the problem. Home Energy Medics can help you lower energy bills and stay comfortable indoors—schedule your home energy audit today!
- [Spending More Time at Home Lately? | Home Energy Medics | NoVA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/spending-more-time-home-lately): Find out what steps you can take to help make your home healthier and safer for you and your family during the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic. Utilizing home energy audits, IAQ services, and insulation and air sealing upgrades Home Energy Medics can improve the air you breathe in your home this spring and summer.
- [Contact Us | Home Energy Medics | Arlington VA & Washington DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/contact): Contact Home Energy Medics, Arlington, Northern Virginia, and the greater Metro DC area's full service home performance company. We conduct energy audits to address home comfort, energy efficiency, and homeowner health and safety.
- [FAQs About Indoor Air Quality & Health | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA, DC, MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/faqs-about-indoor-air-quality-health): Worried about your health inside your home? Learn more about how health issues can be connected to problems with your house, and how home improvements like replacing your insulation, air sealing, duct sealing, and more can help keep you and your family healthy all year round. Schedule a home energy audit today.
- [What Makes a Healthy Home?: Videographic | Home Energy Medics | Metro DC, NoVA, MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-makes-healthy-home): Learn more about the symptoms of unhealthy indoor air and poor home performance. Home Energy Medics explains the concepts of a healthy home, and how insulation, air sealing, duct sealing, and upgrading your windows and doors can make your home healthier, more comfortable, and more energy efficient.
- [What to Expect During an Energy Audit: COVID-19 | Home Energy Medics | VA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-expect-during-energy-audit-covid-19-edition): Learn about the health and safety precautions our team is taking during home energy audits this year. From screening our employees to social distancing and wearing masks while on site at your home, our team is working to keep our employees and customers safe. Check out our website or send us an email (info@homeenergymedics.com) to find out more!
- [Too Much Noise While Working at Home? | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/too-much-noise-while-working-home): Make your home quieter and get more work done at home this year with soundproofing insulation services from Home Energy Medics. Whether it’s the outdoor noise pollution or thin interior walls that’s keeping you from being productive while working remotely, reach out to our team of home experts today.
- [FAQ | Home Energy Medics | Northern Virginia & Washington DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/faq): Are you a Northern Virginia, Maryland or DC homeowner with a question about home performance? Something wrong with your house and need expert advice? Here are answers to some of the most common questions we get asked at Home Energy Medics about our services and home energy audits.
- [How to Give Your Healthy Family a Healthy Home | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-give-your-healthy-family-healthy-home): Improve the indoor air quality in your house and help reduce health issues like asthma and allergies with Home Energy Medics. Learn more about how home improvement upgrades like insulation, air sealing, and air duct sealing can make your family more comfortable and reduce indoor air pollutants.
- [Why Does My Home Smell Musty? | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-does-my-home-smell-musty): Fix the issues creating mold growth and unpleasant odors in your home with solutions from Home Energy Medics. Learn more about how poor insulation and air leaks can create indoor water and moisture problems, and how you can stop the problem for good, starting with a home energy audit.
- [The Perfect Time to Upgrade Your Attic Insulation | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/perfect-time-upgrade-your-attic-insulation): Help get your home ready for winter with attic insulation upgrades and air sealing services from Home Energy Medics. Learn how attic insulation can reduce energy costs and improve home comfort year-round, and schedule a home energy audit today to find out exactly where your home needs help most.
- [Increase Your Home’s Value with Pearl Certification | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/increase-your-homes-value-pearl-certification): Learn more about the benefits of Pearl Certification for your home, including how you can increase its value. Find out how Home Energy Medics can lower your heating and cooling costs, improve your home comfort, and help you sell your house for more through the Pearl Certification process.
- [Ventilation & Filtration for IAQ | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/importance-ventilation-and-filtration-indoor-air-quality): Learn more about creating a healthier indoor environment and reducing air pollutants in your home. From upgraded insulation and air sealing to proper ventilation and filtration, find out how to avoid mold growth, high humidity, and allergens—schedule a home energy audit with Home Energy Medics today.
- [Home Energy Audit Instruments 101 | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, MD, DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/home-energy-audit-instruments-101): Learn more about the tools used by building scientists during a home energy audit. From blower doors to infrared cameras and combustion analyzers, find out how the whole home experts at Home Energy Medics use technology to get to the bottom of issues you’re having in your home, and schedule your audit today.
- [Why Is an Energy Audit Important for an Insulation Upgrade? | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-energy-audit-important-insulation-upgrade): Learn how scheduling a home energy audit will help ensure your insulation upgrade is a success! Home Energy Medics can help you improve your home comfort and lower your heating bills with new insulation and air sealing this winter—talk to our team to schedule an audit for your home today.
- [Brian McKnight | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/staff/brian-mcknight): Brian is a graduate of the University of Georgia with a BA in Speech Communications. Originally from Georgia, he came to the northern Virginia area after spending more than a decade in the Carolinas, working in special events. As a homeowner who has dealt with energy leakage issues himself, he is passionate about improving customer comfort and making homes as efficient as
- [How Home Soundproofing Works with Home Energy Medics | NoVA, MD, DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-home-soundproofing-works-our-team): Make your home quieter and more energy efficient with professional soundproofing services from Home Energy Medics. Learn more about our building science-based approach to soundproofing, and schedule a home energy audit today to get to the bottom of the noise pollution problems in your house.
- [What You Need to Know About Your Duct System | Home Energy Medics | MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-you-need-know-about-your-duct-system): Get to the bottom of the ductwork problems in your home. Home Energy Medics breaks down what could be causing low comfort and high energy bills in your home, and how you can tell if your ductwork is to blame. Schedule a home energy audit today to find out if you could benefit from duct sealing.
- [What To Do About Poor IAQ in the Winter | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-do-about-poor-indoor-air-quality-winter): Keep air pollutants out of your Northern Virginia, Metro DC, or Maryland home this winter. Home Energy Medics’ home services can help you stay healthy and comfortable with cleaner air and better home performance. Schedule an appointment to talk to the local whole-home experts today.
- [Home Health/Comfort Maximization | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/maximizing-your-homes-health-and-comfort): What are the different ways to make your home healthier and more comfortable? Learn more about different home upgrades available and find the right solution for your home. Home Energy Medics is an award-winning home performance contractor near you—schedule an energy audit with our team today.
- [Energy Audits for Home Buyers/Sellers | Home Energy Medics | MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/buying-or-selling-your-home-heres-why-energy-audit-essential): Learn why a home energy audit is important for any DC, NoVA, or Maryland home you’re looking to buy or sell. Energy audits help sellers increase the value of their house, and they help buyers avoid homes with high energy costs and low indoor comfort. Schedule an audit with Home Energy Medics today.
- [Duct Sweating 101: Video | Home Energy Medics | VA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/duct-sweating-101): Learn more about why condensation forms on your ductwork and the risks of not addressing the problem. Home Energy Medics explains why ducts “sweat” and how properly insulating your ducts or controlling your indoor humidity can create a comfortable, more energy efficient home.
- [| Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/testimonial/jay-f): Home Energy Medics did a wonderful job on our house. We now have much better heating and cooling. The original audit was very revealing of heat leakage points throughout the house. I had no idea that recessed lighting "cans" could leak so much outside air into the house. They discovered a possible CO (monoxide!) source in the basement. Their contractors who came in to add
- [How Energy Audits Help Conserve Energy | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA, DC, MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-energy-audits-help-conserve-energy): Discover how easy it is to improve your northern VA, MD, and DC-area’s energy efficiency with a home energy audit. The pros at Home Energy Medics are experienced with duct sealing, insulation, and other energy conserving technologies for your home. Start saving money and energy — contact us today!
- [5 Reasons Insulation and Air Sealing Are Better Together | Home Energy Medics | DC, MD, VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/5-reasons-insulation-and-air-sealing-are-better-together): Learn the benefits of combining insulation and air sealing in your Northern VA, DC, or MD home from the experts at Home Energy Medics. Home air sealing and insulation can keep your house comfortable this summer and year-round. Contact us today to schedule an energy audit for your home.
- [2021 Pearl Certification | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC, & MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-pearl-certification-and-how-can-it-work-you): What does “pearl certified” mean for a home? Looking for Pearl Certification in Arlington? We are proud to offer top quality services as Pearl-certified contractors in Northern VA, DC, & MD. Enjoy a comfortable and energy efficient home thanks to high performing features as recommended by Pearl.
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- [Colton Williams | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/staff/colton-williams): Colton graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science Degree. He spent several years as an Environmental Specialist in Maryland before moving to the NOVA area. Wanting to switch from a big picture approach of environmentalism to a more hands on approach, he decided to become an energy auditor. Someone who can get right into the action and directly help people on a
- [Zeeye L. | Testimonial | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/testimonial/zeeye-l): The crew did an excellent job. Everyone was so professional (on time, clean workspace, well mannered) they exceeded my expectations. I'm no longer using my dehumidifier and the air on the upper level is soooo much better. My only regret is waiting 8 years to find Home Energy Medics to fix my house. I wish I knew about them sooner. It was worth every penny and I couldn't be
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- [Heather Reid | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/testimonial/heather-reid): Scott and the team did soundproofing work on what will be our child's nursery -- we live in a condo and could hear almost everything from the neighbors. The entire team was polite, kind, and most importantly, really effective. Not only were they able to start the project weeks earlier than we thought, they also finished 2 days early, cleaned and painted everything, and even
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- [Mitch Brubaker | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/staff/mitch-brubaker): Mitch graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Business Management. Originally from North Carolina, he moved to the Northern Virginia area after working as an energy advisor and as a HVAC warehouse manager. Mitch is passionate about helping others, especially when it has a positive environmental impact! In his spare time, Mitch enjoys camping, cooking, and
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- [The Best Places in Your Home to Insulate | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC, MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/best-places-your-home-insulate): Insulation and air sealing can help improve your home’s efficiency, comfort, and air quality. But are there certain areas of the home that are more important than others to insulate? Read on to find out!
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- [Why Is Your Second Floor Always So Hot? | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC, MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-your-second-floor-always-so-hot): Explore how poor insulation or air sealing can lead to inconsistent home temperatures and the benefits of making home insulation upgrades. And, learn how you can save up to $1,200 with the insulation tax credit!
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- [Act Now—The Insulation Tax Credit Ends December 31! | Home Energy Medics | VA, DC, MD](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/insulation-tax-credit-ends-december-31-dont-miss-out-1200-savings): The $1,200 insulation tax credit now ends Dec 31, 2025. Act fast to upgrade your home and claim your savings before it’s too late!
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- [Vicki Wells | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/staff/vicki-wells): Vicki Wells has an Associate's Degree in Business Administration and over 15 years of experience in the construction field specializing in roofing, siding, windows and doors. She has been on all sides of the construction envelope with experience in Operations, Production and Customer Relations. With her heart in helping the client to achieve comfort and energy reduction, she
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- [Scott Donelson | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/staff/scott-donelson): Scott is a veteran scientist and engineer. Since 2009 he has dedicated himself to improving the home environment and energy efficiency of residential customers. Scott earned a bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering and a Masters in Engineering Management.
- [Blog | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, Arlington & DC Metro Area](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog): Follow along with Home Energy Medics as we take a closer look into the science of building home performance. From advice on insulation and air sealing to home energy audits, Northern Virginia and Washington DC homeowners can find valuable information regarding the energy efficiency of their homes.
- [AIR SEALING WHERE IT COUNTS | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/air-sealing-where-it-counts): The graph below shows which structural air-leaks drive up energy costs the most, allowing you to maximize efforts toward reinforcing your home's building envelope.
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- [KILLING VAMPIRE POWER AND SAVING MONEY | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/killing-vampire-power-and-saving-money): Learn how smart power strips work to kill vampire power in your home. Warning: contains humor.
- [VIDEO: INCANDESCENT BULBS KILL BUNNIES | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/video-incandescent-bulbs-kill-bunnies): The folks at Cree illustrate how hot incandescent bulbs can get--hot enough to melt a chocolate bunny while his pal under the LED bulb goes unscathed.
- [INFOGRAPHIC: HOW BIG IS YOUR PILE OF COAL? | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/infographic-how-big-your-pile-coal): Ever wonder how much coal is being burned to keep your home cooled with air conditioning in the summer?Wonder no more. EnergySavvy has an infographic that visualizes the coal it takes to keep an average home in the Southeastern U.S. comfortable with air conditioning, compared to the same house with an energy efficient air conditioner, and the same house after a comprehensive
- [VIDEO: EXTERIOR WALL INSULATION RETROFIT | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/video-exterior-wall-insulation-retrofit): This video from our friends at Go Green Star explains how to insulate a home's walls from the exterior, for improved energy performance and reduced energy bills, with minimum intrusion.
- [LIGHT SWITCHES CAN BE BIG SOURCES OF LEAKS | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/light-switches-can-be-big-sources-leaks): Here's an interesting video from our friends at Energy Vanguard that shows how much air can leak through simple things like light switches.
- [About Us | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/about-us): Learn more about Home Energy Medics, a full-service energy audit and home performance company servicing Northern Virginia, Maryland, and DC since 2009. Our award-winning team is composed of building science experts who will help you lower energy bills and improve indoor comfort and health.
- [How Blower Door Assisted Air Sealing Helps Find Leaks | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-blower-door-assisted-air-sealing-helps-find-leaks): Using a blower door--a device that sucks the air out of your house to simulate an especially windy day--is the best way to identify where your house leaks. For many of us, a thousand little pin pricks may add up to a hole in your house the size of a window left open 24 hours a day, 365 says per year.By using a blower door in coordination with air sealing, we can identify the
- [IS YOUR INSULATION WORKING? FIND OUT WITH AN ENERGY AUDIT. | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/your-insulation-working-find-out-energy-audit): Summer is coming. It's already cooling season. So how do you save money on cooling costs? You've paid for all that cool air already, so it doesn't make much sense to waste it now.A simple enough premise - it's the application that gets complicated. We (and most building science experts) strongly recommend air sealing and insulation as high priority measures to make your home
- [Why Home Energy Medics? | Home Energy Medics | NoVA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/our-approach/why-home-energy-medics): Having trouble finding a home energy auditor you can trust? At Home Energy Medics, we pride ourselves on providing quality service and top-notch customer experience. Here we list the home performance standards we hold ourselves to on every job in our Northern Virginia and DC service area.
- [What to Ask Your Energy Auditor | Home Energy Medics | NoVA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/our-approach/what-ask-your-energy-auditor): Unsure how to pick the right energy auditor? Here are questions Northern Virginia and Washington DC homeowners should be asking any home energy audit company before hiring them to evaluate their home, including questions about certifications, specific testing, and services available, and more.
- [Compare Us | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, NoVA & DC Metro](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/our-approach/compare-us): There are many home energy audit companies and different options available to Northern Virginia and Metro DC area homeowners. Learn more about the extra steps that Home Energy Medics take to ensure customer satisfaction with their services, including certifications and accreditations.
- [Our Staff | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA & Metro DC Area](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/about-us/our-staff): Meet the Home Energy Medics team—dedicated BPI-certified home energy auditors, scientists, engineers, and auditors providing quality home performance services to the Northern Virginia and Metro DC areas.
- [Refer a Friend | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, NoVA & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/refer-a-friend): Happy with your home energy upgrades from Home Energy Medics? For each person you refer that gets an audit or completes retrofit improvements, you'll receive a $50 check, and they'll receive $50 off their audit or retrofit improvements. Learn how about how to qualify here.
- [Cellulose Insulation | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service/cellulose-insulation): Improve indoor comfort and save money on heating and cooling costs with cellulose insulation installation from our team of local building science experts.
- [Spray Foam Insulation | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/service/spray-foam-insulation): Make your home more comfortable and lower energy bills with spray foam insulation installed by our team of award-winning local building science experts.
- [Nonprofit welcomes Fairfax City resident back home | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/nonprofit-welcomes-fairfax-city-resident-back-home): Home Energy Medics is proud to support our community.
- [Certifications | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, Washington DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/about-us/certifications): Home Energy Medics is a Pearl Certified contractor, a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Contractor of the Year award winner four years running, and we’re certified through the Building Performance Institute. Learn how to upgrade your home efficiency and comfort with Home Energy Medics.
- [Summer Energy Audit | Blog | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/can-you-get-energy-audit-summer): We’ll then provide you with the solutions to make your home more comfortable, energy efficiency, and healthy for the summer and the rest of the year.
- [Is Mold Growing | Blog | Home Energy Medics | VA/DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/mold-growing-problem-your-attic): The most common contributors to attic mold are humidity issues due to inadequate insulation, poor ventilation, and a leaky roof.
- [Dave Daly | Home Energy Medics](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/staff/dave-daly): Dave Daly, a native of Chicago, Illinois, is the training consultant for Home Energy Medics, BPI Goldstar Contractor, and the training director for Astracor LLC, an accredited Building Performance Institute Test Center in Alexandria, VA.  Prior to that position he taught vocational construction programs for 25 years at T.C. Williams HS in Alexandria He was also a Skills USA
- [It's Hot Upstairs | Blog | Home Energy Medics | VA/DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/its-hot-upstairs-what-can-i-do-about-it): Your AC is running over time, so why exactly is it still so hot upstairs? Let the experts at Home Energy Medics help you be more comfortable!
- [Duct Sweats | Blog | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/does-your-home-have-duct-sweats): Does your home have the “duct sweats?” Here are a few things to take into consideration if you think you have a problem on your hands.
- [What Energy Audits Can Show You | Home Energy Medics | VA/DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-energy-audit-can-show-you-about-your-house): An energy audit is a step in the right direction to see how your home can be improved, but what will having one show you about your house?
- [Hot House This Summer? | Home Energy Medics | VA/DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/hot-house-summer-it-will-be-freezing-winter): If temperatures soared in your home this summer, chances are you’re in for a cold winter as well. Here’s why — and what you can do about it.
- [Careers | Home Energy Medics | Arlington, VA and Metro DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/about-us/career): Find information about career opportunities at Home Energy Medics, an award-winning full service home performance company that focuses on home energy audits, air sealing, insulation, and HVAC services for homeowners in the Northern Virginia/DC area. Find current job listings and apply today!
- [Why Insulate Your Home? | Home Energy Medics | VA/DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-air-seal-and-insulate-your-home): Insulating your home has many benefits including improving the comfort of your home all year long.
- [Steps For a More Comfortable Home | Home Energy Medics | VA/DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/your-first-step-toward-more-comfortable-home): The most effective step you can take toward a more comfortable home, less energy waste and lower utility bills is a home energy audit.
- [Noise Reduction | Home Energy Medics | DC/VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/are-you-sick-and-tired-all-noise): Taking steps toward noise reduction in your home so you and your family can relax in peace and sleep well is important for better overall health.
- [Were You Cold Last Winter? | Home Energy Medics | DC/VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/were-you-cold-last-winter-make-sure-youre-ready-year): The best way to find out what’s making your home uncomfortable in winter is to schedule a home energy audit.
- [A More Energy-Efficient Home | Home Energy Medics | DC/VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/your-first-step-more-energy-efficient-home): A home energy audit is the single most important step on your journey toward a more energy-efficient and comfortable home.
- [Is Your Home Properly Insulated? | Home Energy Medics | DC/VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/your-home-properly-insulated): Insulation is one of the most cost effective ways to increase your home’s overall efficiency and comfort.
- [Insulation Without Air Sealing | Home Energy Medics | DC/VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/insulation-without-air-sealing-what-it-means-you): Insulation without air sealing is only 50% as effective as the two combined.
- [Insulation & Air Sealing | Home Energy Medics | DC/VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-insulation-air-sealing-go-hand-hand-videographic): Want to save energy and money while enhancing home comfort?
- [Feeling Drafty? | Home Energy Medics | DC/VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/feeling-drafty-its-likely-not-your-windows): Improving home comfort doesn’t necessarily involve replacing your windows.
- [Improve Your Home Performance | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/how-improve-your-home-performance-2018): Start by scheduling an energy audit, which will give you a full view of your house and what should be done to improve comfort and efficiency.
- [Testimonials | Home Energy Medics | Northern VA & DC Metro](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/about-us/testimonials): Home Energy Medics prides itself on providing unparalleled services to customers in the Northern Virginia and Metro DC area. But don't just take it from us—read testimonials direct from our customers, describing what it's like to work with our company and what you can expect from our services.
- [New Year Home Performance | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/new-years-resolutions-more-efficient-home): As you make your New Year’s resolutions for 2018, don’t forget to make some resolutions for your home. These resolutions will help you save money and conserve energy in the new year.
- [Energy Audit Options | Home Energy Medics | NoVA, MD & DC](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/energy-audit-options): Choose between two different energy audit options from your local home performance experts. Schedule an audit with our team today!
- [The Science of Your Home | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/science-how-pieces-your-home-work-together): In order to keep your home healthy and performing at its best, it’s important to consider the many parts that work together to influence overall home performance.
- [Energy Audit Options | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/what-makes-home-energy-medics-audit-different): At Home Energy Medics, we take an in-depth approach to give you a comprehensive view of your home and point you to solutions which will increase comfort, health, and energy savings.
- [Energy Audit for Your Home | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/find-right-energy-audit-your-home): Home Energy Medics offers an energy audit to suit your needs.
- [Healthy Air Healthy Home | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/healthy-air-healthy-home): When the air you’re breathing at home is clean and healthy, you and your family will be healthier, too.
- [Home Comfort Starts With an Energy Audit | Home Energy Medics | VA](https://www.homeenergymedics.com/blog/why-home-comfort-starts-energy-audit): An energy audit consists of comprehensive testing, inspection, and measurement to identify what’s causing any issues that you might be experiencing in your home.