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    • Assess Your Needs

    Step 2: Complete A Quick Inspection
    A thorough quick inspection will not find everything — but it will help you identify the most obvious leakage areas, give you useful context before booking a professional assessment, and help you have a more informed conversation with a contractor.

    Work through the following areas systematically.

    Sample Inspection: Assess Air Leakage Concerns

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    Pro Tip!

    A quick inspection helps, but a home energy assessment is the best way to identify air leaks and evaluate the airtightness of your home.

    For more on EnerGuide Evaluation and how it can help you prioritize upgrades, Check out the Home Energy Assessment Guide → Why Get a Home Energy Assessment?

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