Answers to Your Common Questions and Concerns


1. What is the Austin Energy Ordinance 20081106.047?
This link to the City of Austin's site explains the ordinance in detail.

2. Who is required to complete an Austin Energy Audit?
a. Any City of Austin resident receiving power from Austin Energy attempting to buy/sell a home that is ten years or older.
b. Commercial and Multi-Family must complete Austin Energy Audits within the next two years.

3. When does the ordinance take effect?
The ordinance takes effect June 1, 2009 for residences. Multi-family dwellings and commercial real estate must have an Energy Audit completed by June 1, 2011.

4. Why did Austin Energy pass this ordinance requiring Energy Audits?
The Energy Efficiency Upgrade (EEU) Ordinance was approved by the Austin City Council with stakeholders representing multiple segments of the Austin community. Their task was to achieve environmental carbon targets, encourage private sector investment in energy efficiency improvements, reduce peak demand consumption, make housing more affordable through energy efficiency all while ensuring minimal disruption to Austin's real estate markets.

5. What does an audit cost?
Call for a free estimate at 512-686-1069. Your square footage and configuration of your home will effect how long the tests will take.

6. How long should my audit take?
On average, one hour per thousand square feet.

7. Who can perform an EEU Audit?
The City of Austin will only accept energy audits completed by an approved City of Austin contractor that is BPI/ RESNET/ HERS certified.

8. What if I don't have a home energy audit completed at closing after June 1, 2009?
The ordinance states that you must have the audit completed to avoid any penalties or fines after June 1, 2009.

9. How do I schedule an audit?
Your audit is just a phone call or e-mail away.

10. How do I prepare for an audit?
We've outlined the easy steps you'll need to take before we arrive to perform the audit..

11. Is completion of the recommended upgrades required in the selling of my home?
No. But performing the upgrades may be an added selling point for potential buyers.

12. Will the audits be held in a central database with the city?
Yes.

13. How long is my Energy Audit valid?
Your audit is valid for 10 years.

14. Who will pay for the audit?
Arrangements and agreements can be negotiated between the buyer, seller, and their agents or representatives.

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