We offer comprehensive services tailored to weatherization program requirements, including home energy audits, blower door testing, air sealing, attic/wall/basement insulation installation, duct sealing, weather stripping, and detailed documentation for program compliance.

Our dedicated weatherization team can handle 100+ program homes per month. For larger programs, we maintain relationships with qualified subcontractors who meet our quality standards and can be brought on board with minimal lead time.

Yes, we offer optional participant education including proper thermostat use, additional energy-saving tips, maintenance of newly installed measures, and information about complementary energy efficiency programs they may qualify for.

We excel at implementing program priorities, whether based on vulnerability factors (elderly, disabled, families with children), specific energy-saving measures with highest ROI, or tiered implementation approaches. Our scheduling system accommodates complex prioritization.

Dun-Rite has over 40 years of experience as an approved contractor for federal, state, and utility weatherization programs. We understand program requirements, income-based qualifications, reporting protocols, and how to maximize energy savings within program budgets.

Yes, we offer comprehensive documentation including pre- and post-improvement energy audits, blower door test results, infrared imaging reports, installed insulation R-value verification, projected energy savings calculations, and all required program forms.

Absolutely. We maintain excellent relationships with numerous weatherization program administrators and can provide contacts from state agencies, community action organizations, utility programs, and housing authorities who can speak to our quality, reliability, and compliance with program requirements.

Our weatherization quality control includes trained crew leaders on every job, post-installation blower door testing, photo documentation of completed work, random supervisor inspections, and third-party verification when required by program guidelines.

We have established systems for program billing, including detailed line-item invoicing, measure-specific documentation, participant signoffs, and electronic submission of all required paperwork. We understand reimbursement timelines and can accommodate program-specific payment schedules.

While most programs handle initial participant qualification, we can support the process with preliminary audits, home evaluations, scope-of-work development, and clear explanation of benefits to potential participants. We pride ourselves on respectful communication with all program recipients.

Many utility providers offer substantial rebates for landlords upgrading rental property insulation. These programs often cover 25-75% of project costs. Our team will identify all available incentives in your area and handle the paperwork for you.

Improved insulation benefits landlords through reduced utility costs (for properties where you pay utilities), fewer tenant comfort complaints, higher property values, better tenant retention, the ability to command higher rents for energy-efficient units, and compliance with increasingly stringent building energy codes.

We employ several techniques to minimize tenant impact, including exterior wall injection insulation, common area focus (attics/basements), coordinated scheduling during tenant turnover, and clear communication plans. Our crews are trained to work respectfully in occupied buildings.

Multi-family buildings benefit most from comprehensive approaches including wall cavity insulation, air sealing between units for sound and odor control, roof/attic insulation, and basement/crawlspace treatments. We specialize in solutions that minimize disruption to occupied units.

Yes. Acoustic insulation solutions can significantly reduce sound transmission between units. Our dense-packed cellulose and specialized acoustic batts can improve your tenants' quality of life while enhancing energy efficiency and comfort.

Most commercial clients see a return on investment within 2-5 years through energy savings alone. Additional benefits like extended HVAC equipment life and potential tax incentives can accelerate your ROI timeline.

Proper insulation delivers multiple benefits: reduced energy costs (often 10-20%), improved occupant comfort, decreased equipment wear, potential qualification for energy efficiency tax incentives, improved property value, and enhanced green building credentials.

Absolutely. We frequently collaborate with facility managers to develop phased implementation plans that match budgetary cycles and minimize operational impacts. Our energy consultants can provide comprehensive building envelope solutions.

We understand business continuity is critical. Our commercial installation teams can work during off-hours or weekends when needed, and we carefully section off work areas to minimize disruption. In most cases, your business can remain operational throughout the process.

Yes, our commercial services include documentation for ENERGY STAR certification, LEED points, building code compliance, and other regulatory requirements. We can also help you apply for utility rebates and tax incentives.

Focus on Energy is Wisconsin’s energy efficiency and renewable resource program. The statewide organization provides information, resources and generous financial incentives that benefit all Wisconsinites by implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that otherwise would not happen, or in some cases years sooner than scheduled.

Focus on Energy financial incentives are available only to certified trade allies / contractors. To be eligible, a contractor must have the required business and insurance credentials, apply to participate in a particular Focus on Energy program and follow strict program standards and guidelines. Dun-Rite Insulation is a Focus on Energy Trade Ally / Contractor and is eligible to provide air sealing and insulation incentives.

Focus on Energy programs and incentives are available to single family (1-3 units) and multi-family (4+ units). Homeowners must be a customer of a participating Focus on Energy utility company and at least 51% of the home must be heated through natural gas or electricity. Before making any improvements, Home Energy Solutions of Wisconsin will confirm your eligibility and complete the necessary paperwork.

A Focus on Energy Trade Ally / Contractor is trained and qualified to participate in the program and has agreed to abide by Focus on Energy rules and guidelines. It is Focus on Energy’s way of ensuring the work performed on your home and the materials used meet strict standards and guidelines and the customer service provided are of the highest quality.

Signs of insufficient insulation include uneven temperatures between rooms, high energy bills, drafty areas, ice dams on your roof during winter, and HVAC systems that run constantly. If your home was built before 2000 and hasn't been updated, it likely needs improved insulation.

Replacing windows can seem like the obvious choice to improve your home’s comfort and reduce energy waste. While energy-efficient windows do help to tackle drafts and air leaks, the majority of a home’s energy is lost in other areas. Trouble spots include attics, walls, light fixtures, doors and anywhere warm air can escape or sneak into your home. If you need new windows, we recommend replacing them as a package of upgrades that also includes air sealing and insulation. This will help maximize home comfort and savings.

Most homeowners see a 10-20% reduction in their energy bills after proper insulation installation. The exact savings depend on the size and age of your home, current insulation state, and energy usage patterns.

Every home is different so it varies depending on its age, size and condition. We find that homes benefit the most from air sealing and adding insulation especially in the attic, basement/crawlspace, uninsulated walls and around windows and doors.

For maximum energy efficiency, prioritize your attic first, as it's responsible for most of your home's heat loss. After that, focus on exterior walls, basements/crawlspaces, and floors. During your Home Energy Audit, we'll identify your home's specific weak points.

The best insulation depends on your specific needs and home construction. We offer spray foam, fiberglass batts, blown-in cellulose, rigid foam board, and reflective barriers. During your Home Energy Audit, our experts will recommend the optimal solution for each area of your home.

A blower door test or the ‘Big Red Door’ is used to test the airtightness of buildings and helps physically locate air leaks in your home. The blower door consist of a frame and flexible, red panel that fits in a doorway, a variable-speed fan and a pressure gauge to measure the pressure difference inside and outside the home. The blower door test depressurizes the home to simulate a 25 mph wind. Your energy advisor will conduct tests and collect data to enter into software that will help identify issues in your home and how to improve it.

While some of these improvements could be a DIY project it is usually not for the average homeowner. Knowing where to make improvements to avoid introducing new problems and having the right equipment is key. Air sealing and installing insulation can also be a messy, back breaking and time consuming project. Plus, to receive Focus on Energy’s most generous incentives a qualified Focus on Energy Home Performance Trade Ally Contractor must perform the work.

Yes, any changes made to your home, whether it is updating a bathroom or doubling your home’s square footage, will affect the way your home performs. The best time to take steps to improve the overall performance of your home is before demolition and construction.

Your energy advisor will provide a customized energy report highlighting the improvements and upgrades that are the best investments for your home. They will also go over the incentives available through your utility company and/or our partner, Focus on Energy, to help you prioritize efficiency improvements before pricing out the project costs, presenting a contracting, and completing the improvements.

Yes, it is safe to be in the building while the test is being conducted. Your energy advisor will make sure atmospheric boilers, furnaces and woodstoves are shut off before the testing begins and that the home is properly ventilating.

The home energy audit takes 2-4 hours depending on the size, age and condition of your home. We recommend at least one homeowner to be available during the audit to answer questions. We encourage you to ask questions about your home and to take notes for future reference.

An energy audit, also known as an energy assessment, is a comprehensive evaluation of your home’s energy efficiency and consumption. It’s similar to a medical check-up for your house. During the assessment: An energy auditor inspects your home for energy-related issues. They ask questions about your energy usage and comfort levels. Various diagnostic tests are performed. At the conclusion, the auditor provides: A diagnosis of your home’s overall energy health A tailored plan with recommended improvements A roadmap to enhance your home’s energy efficiency

During your audit, your Dun-Rite Insulation energy auditor will perform the following services: Visual inspection of your living space, attic, basement or crawlspace. Blower door test to measure air tightness. Combustion safety test and ventilation test to ensure mechanicals, such as your furnace and water heater are operating correctly and there is sufficient air circulation. Infrared camera scan (optional) to identify air leaks and lack of insulation in walls and around doors and windows.

Planning for your audit will make sure your home is ready and you get the most out of the experience. Here are a few : Expect the audit to take 2 – 4 hours depending on the size, age and condition of your home. Have at least one homeowner available to accompany the energy advisor throughout your home. We encourage you to ask questions and take notes. Plan to learn about the current condition of your home and how your home is holistically connected. Your energy advisor will provide tips on how to improve the energy efficiency of your home and how you can save more energy and money. Allow access to all rooms. Make sure there is clear access to heating and cooling equipment, appliances and other mechanical systems. Remove ashes from fireplaces and/or wood-burning stoves prior to the appointment. For the safety and well-being of your pets, temporarily relocate or restrain them. The diagnostic tests are harmless but can be scary and stressful for your pets. Plan to provide access to one or more years worth of utility bills or energy usage.