HVAC Performance Assessment
Our HVAC Performance Assessment goes beyond a basic inspection to give you a full diagnostic picture of how your heating and cooling system is actually performing — measured, not guessed.
Is your system running the way it should – or just running?
Using calibrated diagnostic tools, our technicians evaluate your system across the factors that actually determine comfort, efficiency, and equipment life — not just whether it turns on.
The result is a clear, data-backed report on your system's actual operating condition. Not a visual check, not a guess — a real look at how efficiently your equipment is performing, with the numbers to back it up.
Core Diagnostics
What we measure, and why it matters
Delta T (Temperature Split)
We measure the difference between supply and return air temperatures to confirm the system is properly heating or cooling the air passing through it. A Delta T outside the expected range is often the first sign of a refrigerant, airflow, or equipment issue.
1 - Temperature
Pressure Imbalances
We identify inconsistencies in supply and return pressures that can point to duct restrictions, undersized returns, or airflow bottlenecks — issues that are invisible to a standard visual inspection but directly affect comfort room to room.
2 - Pressure
Static Pressure Testing
We measure total external static pressure against manufacturer specifications to catch airflow issues that quietly reduce efficiency, increase energy costs, and shorten equipment life.
3 - Static Pressure
How the system performs in your home
Beyond The Equipment
Home Measurements
Whole-Home Readings
A collection of measurements is taken throughout the home, including temperature, humidity, and dew point, to identify whether home temperament is within a typical range — or whether a deeper issue may be present.
Airflow
TrueFlow Grid
An accurate measurement of your system's total airflow, measured in cubic feet per minute (CFM). This helps us assess whether your system is moving a proper amount of air, or whether there's a deficiency in its functionality.
Optional Add-On
Duct Leakage Testing
For homes and buildings where duct losses are a concern, we offer duct leakage testing as an add-on service. This test pressurizes the duct system to pinpoint air leakage, helping quantify energy loss and identify areas where sealing or repair would deliver the biggest return.
FAQs
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Every assessment includes Delta T measurement, static pressure testing against manufacturer specification, supply/return pressure balancing, whole-home temperature and humidity readings, and a TrueFlow Grid airflow measurement — all compiled into a clear, easy-to-read report which will outline findings and recommendations. Duct leakage testing is available as an optional add-on for homes where duct loss is a concern.
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We come into every assessment looking to identify functional deficiencies in your system that can affect the comfort and health of your home. Our assessment uses calibrated instruments to measure how the system is actually performing — airflow, pressure, and temperature split — so issues that are invisible to the eye but that quietly cost you comfort and efficiency don't get missed.
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It's worth adding whenever duct losses are a suspected contributor to comfort or efficiency issues — high energy bills, uneven temperatures between rooms, or ductwork running through unconditioned spaces like attics or crawlspaces. Pricing for this add-on varies on factors including the size of your home.
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Absolutely! Your report includes not just the measured data, but a clear explanation of what it means and what to do next — whether that's a conversation with your HVAC contractor, a more targeted repair, or a deeper root-cause analysis investigation into a unique issue that may be identified.