Sample questions from residential energy use questionnaire.
| Appliance/structure-related questions | Behavior-related questions |
|---|---|
| Have there been changes in square footage? | How long have you lived here? |
| Have there been changes in insulation? | How many people live here now? |
| What is your primary heating fuel? | What are your normal thermostat settings? |
| How old is your furnace? | Do you close off rooms in your house? |
| Do you have a secondary source of heat? | Do you use storm windows in the winter? |
| Is your home airconditioned? | Do you open a window for ventilation? |
| Is your garage heated? | Do you keep the garage door closed? |
| Do you have a fireplace? | How often do you use your fireplace? |
| What type of range/stove do you have? | |
| How many refrigerators do you have? | |
| Is your clothes dryer gas or electric? | |
| Is your water heater gas or electric? | |
| Are your windows original or replacement? | |
| Do you have other high-energy appliances? |