Is your HVAC working harder than it should? Do some rooms feel drafty while others overheat? A professional energy assessment from Big Star Conservation pinpoints exactly where conditioned air—and your money—is slipping away, then maps out the most cost-effective fixes. Most customers pay little to nothing thanks to the utility programs we administer.
Why Schedule an Energy Assessment?
Benefit | What It Means for You |
Lower Utility Bills | Stop heating or cooling the attic and watch monthly costs drop. |
Greater Comfort | Even temperatures, fewer drafts, quieter rooms. |
Healthier Indoor Air | Sealing leaks keeps pollen, dust, and humidity where they belong—outside. |
Fire & Code Safety | Assessments uncover insulation gaps and combustion-safety issues early. |
Utility Incentives | Entergy, CLECO, Atmos Energy, and other partners cover most—or all—of the upgrade costs. |
What the Assessment Includes
- Blower Door Test – Measures total house leakage.
- Duct Blaster Test – Quantifies air loss in supply and return ductwork.
- Thermal Imaging & Visual Inspection – Identifies missing insulation, moisture, and hot/cold spots.
- Attic R-Value Check – Verifies current insulation level and estimates savings at R-38.
- Custom Report & Action Plan – Same-day results with prioritized upgrades, estimated payback, and utility-funded rebate amounts.
All testing is performed by BPI-Certified Building Analyst Professionals, so results meet Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® standards.
Our Four-Step Energy Assessment Process
Step | What Happens | Time Needed |
1. Book | Call (504) 305-3276 or request online. | <5 min |
2. On-Site Testing | Technician sets up diagnostic equipment and records data. | 30 min–4 hr (house-size dependent) |
3. Review Findings | We walk you through problem areas and available incentives. | Same day |
4. Upgrade & Verify | If you approve, we complete the work and retest to confirm savings. | Typically 1 visit |
Why Big Star Conservation?
Little To No Cost
Utility sponsored with programs such as Entergy, CLECO, Mississippi Power, Atmos Energy, and more! So most improvements are covered
Certified Expertise
Every crew is led by a BPI building analyst ensuring any of the services that we provide are of the utmost quality.
Fast & Respectful
Punctual arrival, shoe covers indoors, and spotless cleanup done for every job.
Proven Results
Duct blaster retesting shows real leakage reduction before we leave.
Cost & Incentives
Because a small portion of each electric or gas bill funds energy-efficiency initiatives, qualifying homeowners often pay $0 out of pocket for assessments and recommended upgrades. We file the paperwork, so you never chase rebates.
Book Your Energy Assessment Today
Ready for lower bills and year-round comfort? Call (504) 305-3276 or contact us —our scheduler will secure the next available appointment in under 5 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this “little to no cost”?
State-approved utility programs subsidize the assessment and upgrades. Those funds are drawn from existing ratepayer fees—so you’ve already helped pay for it.
How long does the visit take?
Anywhere from 30 minutes to 4 hours, depending on home size and complexity.
Do I need to be home?
Yes. A resident 18 or older must be present for the entire assessment.
What tests will you run?
A blower-door test for whole-house leakage, a duct blaster for HVAC ducts, and a visual/thermal inspection of insulation levels and air-sealing needs.
What happens after the assessment?
We deliver a written report and, if you choose, schedule upgrades. After each fix, we retest to verify the improvement.