Energy auditor conducting thermal imaging scan on home exterior

Find out where your home loses energy.

California Home Energy Wise delivers AI-powered energy evaluations designed to identify efficiency gaps with precision and objectivity. Our reports provide comprehensive analysis, project-specific ROI estimates, tiered repair strategies aligned with your budget, and forward-looking planning recommendations. Central to our service is an AI engine capable of modeling "what-if" scenarios based on your property's actual data — empowering you to make informed, confident decisions. The entire data collection process takes less than an hour, with no sales pressure and no obligation to purchase products.

Evaluation Focus Areas

Six systems that shape your energy costs

Every area we evaluate has a direct, measurable impact on your home's energy performance. Understanding each one helps you make smarter, more confident decisions about where to invest.

Roof inspection for energy efficiency

Roof

Your roof is the primary barrier between your home and the Valley heat. Poor insulation value, aging materials, or inadequate attic ventilation beneath the roof deck cause heat to radiate into living spaces, forcing your cooling system to work overtime. We assess roofing condition, reflectivity, and the thermal boundary below to identify how much your roof is contributing to energy loss.

Thermal scan of vertical structures with heat levels between 103.6 and 121.8 degrees Fahrenheit.

Ventilation

A poorly ventilated home traps heat, moisture, and stale air — all of which drive up energy use and degrade comfort. Inadequate attic ventilation causes heat to build up and transfers directly into your living space. We evaluate your whole-house ventilation strategy, exhaust systems, and attic airflow to ensure your home breathes efficiently and your HVAC isn't overcompensating.

Thermal imaging report showing heat loss through three windows for a Folsom home energy audit.

Windows

Windows are among the highest-impact sources of unwanted heat gain and loss in California homes. Single-pane glass, failed seals, and west- or south-facing unshaded windows can be significant contributors to heating and cooling load. Our thermal imaging helps identify where your windows may be underperforming and whether sealing, shading, or replacement could make sense for your situation.

HVAC system efficiency inspection

HVAC

Heating and cooling are often the largest components of a home's total energy use. Aging equipment, improper sizing, dirty coils, and leaky ductwork can all reduce efficiency. We inspect your entire HVAC system — unit condition, duct integrity, thermostat behavior, and airflow balance — to help identify areas where performance may improve.

Solar panel assessment for home energy

Solar

California's abundant sunshine makes solar an opportunity worth evaluating — but understanding your home's energy load first helps ensure any investment is well-targeted. We assess your roof orientation, current energy usage, and shading conditions so you can evaluate what solar investment may be appropriate for your property.

Hot water heater efficiency inspection

Hot Water Source

Water heating is typically among the top energy expenses in a home — and often the most overlooked. Tank-style heaters lose energy around the clock through standby heat loss, and older units may cost more to run than expected. We evaluate your system's age, fuel source, efficiency, and usage patterns to help you understand potential opportunities.

Energy auditor using a thermal camera to inspect an attic in a Folsom home
YOUR DELIVERABLE

Your comprehensive energy report — delivered as a detailed PDF

Every evaluation ends with a professionally formatted PDF report that breaks down each component of your property — roof, attic, windows, HVAC, water heater, and electrical — with thermal imagery, condition grades, and specific recommendations. You'll see exactly what needs attention, why it matters, and what each fix costs versus what it saves Contact us today and we'll be happy to send you sample reports for your review.

Component-by-component condition report

Each major system — roof, attic ventilation, windows, HVAC, water heater, and electrical — gets its own section with thermal photos, condition grading, and estimated remaining life. You'll know the state of every component in plain language.

Tiered repair & upgrade roadmap

We lay out three paths — Good, Better, and Best — so you can choose the level of investment that fits your budget. Each tier provides context on estimated costs and potential benefits. No pressure, just options.

ROI analysis & home value impact

See how each recommended upgrade may affect your monthly utility costs and your property's resale potential. Our AI engine models possible financial outcomes so you can make decisions with context, not guesswork.

What-if scenario modeling

Our AI engine runs scenarios based on your property's actual data — what might happen if you upgrade windows but leave the HVAC as-is? Which fix could deliver the quickest return? Your PDF report includes these comparisons so you can prioritize with confidence.

Inspector using a thermal camera during a home energy audit in Folsom
WHAT YOU GET

A clear energy report that actually helps you decide

No sales pitch, no product push — just the facts about where your home or business is losing energy and what to do about it.

Pre-sale evaluation report

Identify issues that could delay a sale before the buyer's specialist finds them.

Buyer due diligence data

Know the true condition of a property before you make an offer.

Property value analysis

See how upgrades like better insulation or efficient HVAC affect resale value.

Lower utility cost plan

A prioritized list of improvements that may help reduce your monthly energy costs.

OUR SERVICES

The California Home Energy Wise lineup

Explore our full suite of services designed to identify energy waste and help you make your property more efficient — no sales pitch attached.

AI-powered energy audit

AI-powered energy evaluation

Our core service uses machine learning to analyze consumption and spot hidden inefficiencies.

Thermal imaging inspection

Thermal imaging evaluation

Infrared scans reveal air leaks, missing insulation, and moisture problems you can't see.

Pre-sale energy inspection

Pre-sale energy evaluation

Get a full evaluation before listing so you can address issues and support your home's market position.

Buyer diligence audit

Buyer diligence evaluation

Know exactly what you're walking into — energy costs and upgrade needs before you buy.

Small business audit

Small business evaluation

Designed for commercial spaces. We identify opportunities for savings on lighting, HVAC, and equipment usage.

Rebate and incentive guidance

Rebate and incentive guidance

We help you explore available rebates and incentives that may reduce upgrade costs.