About Peak Energy, Inc.
Home energy performance and building diagnostics — based in Holly Springs, NC, serving homeowners and contractors across the Triangle.Our Mission
We aim to make our customers' homes Healthy, Comfortable, and Energy Efficient. That's not marketing copy — it's the three-part problem most homes in Wake County have, and it's what every service we offer is built around.
Too many homeowners spend money on energy upgrades without knowing where the real issues are. We start with diagnostics — blower door tests, duct leakage testing, thermal imaging, airflow analysis — so you know exactly what's wrong before spending a dollar on fixes. When we recommend an improvement, it's because the data says it will work.
About Nathan Rider
Nathan Rider is the owner and founder of Peak Energy, Inc. He holds a degree in Construction Engineering from North Carolina State University and spent over a decade working in construction management before starting Peak Energy.
That background shapes how Peak Energy operates. Coming from a world of specs, inspections, and code compliance, Nathan approaches home energy the same way — measure first, then fix. No guesswork, no overselling.
As a certified home energy auditor and building analyst, Nathan has tested hundreds of homes across Wake County. He is a Duke Energy Prequalified contractor and holds an NC General Contractor license. Peak Energy is based in Holly Springs, which is also where Nathan and his family live — so the work is personal.
What We Do
Peak Energy serves two audiences with different needs:
For Homeowners
- Home Energy Audits — comprehensive diagnostics including blower door testing, duct leakage testing, thermal imaging, and airflow analysis
- Crawl Space Encapsulation — fully sealed and conditioned crawl spaces to control moisture, improve air quality, and reduce heating and cooling costs
- Crawl Space Insulation & Vapor Barriers — insulation upgrades, vapor barrier installation, and moisture management for vented crawl spaces
- Crawl Space Dehumidifiers — purpose-built, high-efficiency units sized for sealed crawl spaces with continuous drain options
- Attic Insulation — blown-in insulation, batt insulation, and air sealing to reduce heat gain and energy loss
- Energy Monitoring — whole-home energy monitoring system installation for real-time visibility into electricity consumption
For Builders & HVAC Contractors
- Duct Leakage Testing — NC code compliance testing for newly installed residential duct systems (4 CFM25/100SF threshold)
- Blower Door Testing — building envelope air tightness verification (4 ACH50 for residential new construction)
- HVAC Airflow Testing — supply, return, and exhaust air balancing using flow hoods and measurement grids; exhaust fan verification for code compliance
Where We Work
Peak Energy is based in Holly Springs, NC and serves Wake County and the broader Triangle region. Primary service area includes:
- Holly Springs
- Raleigh
- Cary
- Apex
- Fuquay-Varina
- Morrisville
- Garner
- Wake Forest
- Durham
- Chapel Hill
- Pittsboro
Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a call — if we can get there, we will.
Schedule an Assessment
Whether you're a homeowner with a comfort problem or a contractor needing code compliance testing, we can help.