Case Studies
The Godward Family
Overview With environmental impacts being the foundation of Ecotelligent Homes, it was the intent of the owner to create a company that provided clients with a quality contractor that could both improve the comfort of their homes and reduce energy consumption. After purchasing what is planned to be her forever home, it was time to […]
Jenny & Matt
Overview Jenny and Matt are concerned with their environmental impact and knew their home could be more energy efficient. Problem During a comprehensive energy audit, the Ecotelligent staff identified several energy efficiency opportunities through improved insulation and heating and cooling equipment. We also found a few indoor air quality concerns including mold in the attic, […]
Dave & Christiane
Overview Dave & Christiane had recently downsized to a unique Ann Arbor ranch home. They wanted to improve the efficiency and indoor air quality of their new home to enjoy a comfortable place with family and friends. Problem During a comprehensive energy audit, the Ecotelligent staff identified several areas for insulation improvement. Some portions of […]
Al W.
Overview Al W. is concerned about saving the Earth. While he updated the mechanical system in his home, he knew more could be done to make his home energy efficient. Problem Ecotelligent started by conducting an energy audit. During the audit, we found that the attic insulation was below ENERGY STAR levels and had multiple […]
The Miller Family
Overview The Miller family was experiencing drastically different temperatures throughout their 1900s farmhouse home causing them to be uncomfortable and concerned with their carbon footprint. Problem The Ecotelligent Homes team started with an energy audit. During the audit, we found a lack of proper insulation in the attic, basement and walls. They also determined that […]
Historic Home Wyandotte
Overview Homeowners of a historic home in Wyandotte were suffering from a cold 2nd floor in the winter and a hot 2nd floor in the summer. Problem The homeowners knew they needed insulation but weren’t sure how to insulate the attic because of the furnace and duct work on the attic floor. Approach Ecotelligent Homes […]
Nathan & Erin
Overview The bedrooms in Nathan and Erin’s home were hot and humid in the summer and cold and drafty in the winter. The uneven temperatures were leading to sleepless nights. Problem Ecotelligent Homes team performed a comprehensive home energy audit to find the main cause of the discomfort and even temperatures throughout the home. Approach […]
Danielle T.
Overview Danielle’s kitchen and family room floors were cold and drafty. She also wanted to improve her environmental impact. Problem The Ecotelligent Homes team started with an energy audit. During the audit, we found that the basement rim joists were not properly insulated leading to the cold floors. Approach Ecotelligent Homes team used spray foam […]
Jim & Louise
Overview A historic farm house with character had drafts causing uncomfortable rooms. The house was also experiencing ice dams. Problem The Ecotelligent Homes team performed a comprehensive home energy audit to help identify the problem areas in the attic that needed improvements to eliminate uncomfortable places. Approach Our team used a combination of cellulose insulation […]
Farmington Hills Cape Cod
Overview The owners of a Farmington Hills Cape Cod were concerned with keeping the upstairs comfortable. Problem The Ecotelligent Homes team conducted an energy audit of the Farmington Hills home that included a blower door test and an infrared camera. During our audit, we found that the recently added roof venting was allowing air to […]