EIC EXISTING HOUSING SERVICES

<body>  <table border="0" cellpadding="2" width="100%"> <tr valign="middle"> <td><img src="../images/eicservices.gif" alt="EIC Services" border="0" WIDTH="267" HEIGHT="35"> </td> <td width="120" nowrap align="right"><a href="services-frame.html" target="_parent"><img src="../images/eicsmall.gif" alt="Return to E.I.C. Services Main Page" border="0" WIDTH="99" HEIGHT="90"></a> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2"><b><a href="../services/inforequest.html"><font face="MS Sans Serif,Universal" size="2">Info Request</font></a></b><hr size="1" noshade> </td> </tr> </table>  <p><a href="../services/comfortmax.html"><b>Home Energy Audits</b></a></p> <p><a href="../services/comfortmax.html"><img src="../images/comfortmaxsmall.gif" alt="Click for details on the ComfortMAX program" border="0" align="right" hspace="4" WIDTH="115" HEIGHT="33"></a> </p> <p>Quality of construction and attention to detail have a much bigger impact on comfort and efficiency than high levels of insulation or fuel choice. Thermal integrity is maximized when infiltration is controlled, ductwork leakage is reduced, and drafts are eliminated. The Comfort MAX approach incorporates sophisticated diagnostic testing with practical retrofit techniques.</p> <p><b><a href="../services/multifamily.html">Multifamily Housing</a></b></p> <p>Upgrading an apartment complex to increase comfort and increase energy savings can be very costly. However with Comfort Home's revolutionary approach to apartment complex upgrading, the time and cost involved can be determined prior to the actual procedure.</p> <p><a href="../services/energy-rating.html"><b>Home Energy Rating System Program</b></a></p> <p>Through the <b>Home Energy Rating System Program</b>, the energy efficiency of a home is measured on the basis of 1 to 5 stars (with stars representing the most energy efficient). A 4 or 5 stars rating indicates that the home meets or exceeds the 1993 Model Energy Code and homebuyers can use an energy efficient mortgage (EEM) to stretch their debt-to-income ratio. All of the homes entered in the Energy Rated Homes Tour score at least 4 stars.</p> <p><b><a href="http://www.vaughncorp.com/gfx.html" target="_parent">GFX Heat Exchanger -- Waste Heat Recovery System</a></b></p> <p>Click the link above for more information on this patented drain water heat recycling system, which recycles heat from drain water preheating cold water to water heater and plumbing fixtures.</p> <p><b>Weatherization Programs</b></p> <p>EIC, Inc. provides weatherization programs for governmental agencies, utilities and private entities including dwelling inspections, installed measures, technology transfer and program design. Full diagnostic services are available along with capacity to install and monitor equipment such as demand controllers, thermostats, water heaters, heat exchangers and HVAC systems.</p> <p><b>Training</b></p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation provides builder, subcontractor, realtor and utility training in heat loss/gain calculation, duct design, heat pumps (installation, design and operation), radon and mitigation, use of energy efficiency diagnostic tools, i.e. blower door, floor hoods, thermal scanners, duct blasters and, sealing a home for energy efficiency and comfort.</p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation is also equipped to provide a broad range of general or specific training in residential and small commercial applications. All training is customized for the specific group's needs.</p> <p><b>Research/Demonstrations</b></p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation works with utilities, NAHB, EPA, DOE, universities, state and local government agencies and research institutions in various demonstration/pilot and research studies. These studies include the impact of infiltration on energy use, effectiveness of sealing techniques, impact of duct leakage, evaluation of duct leakage methodologies, load control studies, economics of alternative fuels and systems, customer energy use profiles and customer satisfaction surveys.</p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation is uniquely equipped and positioned to interface with the residential infrastructure to install, monitor, service and collect field data to support research and/or demonstration projects.</p> <p><b>Installation & Servicing of Products</b></p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation works with both utilities and manufacturers in warehousing, delivering, installing and servicing products such as water heater controls, time controls, monitoring equipment and appliances.</p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation also acts as a fulfillment agent for products and services offered by third parties in the residential and small commercial markets where direct customer contact and/or installation and servicing is needed.</p> <p><b>Radon Testing and Mitigation</b></p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation maintains an on-going service to provide radon testing and installation of mitigation systems for residential and small commercial markets. The real estate industry is the primary market for this service. Also see <a href="../services/radon.html"><b>What To Look For In A Radon Contractor (Available in PA & MD).</b></a></p> <p><b>Energy Upgrades</b></p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation provides energy upgrades including appliances and HVAC equipment installation for multi-unit applications. This includes system evaluation and removal or modification. These projects are implemented with certified contractors through agreements with Comfort Home Corporation.</p> <p><b>Evaluation of Marketing Programs</b></p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation provides consulting services to evaluate marketing programs of utilities and to assess the effectiveness of existing marketing programs and recommend changes as needed. This also helps with identifying new marketing opportunities.</p> <p>The evaluation team has extensive experience in managing, designing, implementing and evaluating utility programs and works on a contract basis.</p> <p><b>Management Consulting on Small Business</b></p> <p>E.I.C. Corporation provides business modeling for the delivery and financial aspects of product and service sales related to the residential and small commercial markets, our expertise being in the area of implementation and administration. A certified management consultant with extensive financial experience in small business ventures is on staff and is available for consultation.</p> <p> </p>  <hr noshade size="1"> <font face="MS Sans Serif,Universal" size="2"><b><a href="../services/inforequest.html"> <p align="right">Info Request</a></b> </font></p>  <p align="right">EIC Incorporated<br> 780 Eden Road<br> Lancaster, PA 17601<br> (717)581-8848<br> (800) 367-7223<br> FAX (717) 291-1582</p> <p align="right"><font size="2">Contact <a href="mailto:webmaster@eic-corp.net">webmaster@eic-corp.net</a> for technical support.</font></p>  </body>