Rick Chitwood, an expert in Home Energy Audits, discusses the steps that can be taken to make any home more energy efficient, even brand new homes.

The problem is too many cooks spoiling the broth. There are many different trade contractors working on a building. Each does his own thing (framing, concrete, roofing, insulation, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, etc.). There isn't anyone responsible to make sure the "building envelope" is tight.

Home Energy Audits can find the low hanging fruit!