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Blower Door & Duct Leakage Testing FAQ
What does Arizona Energy and Air Auditing do?
Arizona Energy and Air Auditing (AEAA) provides blower door and duct leakage testing for new builds and county IECC requirements across Phoenix metro, the East Valley, Tucson, Marana, and southern Arizona. Operated by Karin Saliji. RESNET HERS ID 6006075 · BPI ID 5070227. Call/text 520-270-1196, email arizonaenergyandair@gmail.com, or book online.
Who can perform blower door testing for new homes in Arizona?
A qualified, independent energy rater or testing professional accepted by the local jurisdiction should perform the test. AEAA is operated by Karin Saliji and brings RESNET HERS ID 6006075 and BPI ID 5070227 to new-construction and IECC testing.
Is blower door testing required for new construction in Phoenix?
Requirements depend on the adopted IECC edition and the local authority having jurisdiction. Phoenix-area new construction commonly requires an energy-code air-leakage test, so confirm timing and documentation with the building department. AEAA provides inspector-ready third-party results.
Is duct leakage testing required in Pima County / Tucson?
Duct leakage requirements depend on the adopted IECC provisions and the jurisdiction. Pima County and Tucson projects may require duct testing for new construction; the contractor should confirm the current county or city inspection requirements. AEAA can provide third-party duct leakage testing and documentation.
Do you serve Phoenix, East Valley, and Tucson?
AEAA serves Phoenix metro, the East Valley, Tucson, Marana, and southern Arizona. Service availability and scheduling depend on the project location and timing; contact us to coordinate a visit and inspector-ready results.
Who are your primary customers?
AEAA primarily serves builders, general contractors, HVAC contractors, and homeowners who need new-construction IECC or county compliance testing. We provide independent, third-party results for blower door, duct leakage, or both.
How much does testing cost?
Pricing depends on the job—blower door, duct leakage, or both; custom work versus community volume. Call or text 520-270-1196 for a quote. Community package pricing is available.
When should blower door testing be scheduled?
Schedule once the home is ready for testing and before the required inspection deadline. For new construction, coordinate after relevant air-sealing and HVAC work is complete, with access available and the contractor's preparation details ready.
What should contractors send to schedule?
Send the project address and master permit number to schedule. Also share the requested test type, inspection deadline, site contact, and any access or project notes so AEAA can plan the visit and report.
What equipment do you use?
AEAA uses a Retrotec Model 5000 blower door and a Retrotec Model 340 DucTester for blower door and duct leakage testing, with inspector-ready third-party documentation.
Are you independent of the builder and HVAC company?
Yes. AEAA provides third-party testing. Some counties (including Pima) require the tester not be an employee of the builder or of subcontractors on the tested system.
What is a blower door test and what is a duct leakage test? How do I contact AEAA?
A blower door test uses a calibrated fan to pressurize or depressurize a home and measure air leakage for IECC or HERS documentation. A duct leakage test uses a DucTester to measure air leakage from HVAC ducts. For scheduling or questions, call/text 520-270-1196, email arizonaenergyandair@gmail.com, or book online. AEAA is operated by Karin Saliji; RESNET HERS ID 6006075 and BPI ID 5070227.