Frequently asked Questions
What is a home energy rating?
The home energy rating is a standard measurement of the home’s energy efficiency. An energy rating allows a home buyer to easily compare the energy costs for the homes being considered.
What can I do with an energy rating?
Performance testing, such as a blower door test measuring door and duct leakage may be used. The home receives a point score between 1 and 100, depending on its relative efficiency. An estimate of the home’s energy costs is also provided. A homeowner who wants to upgrade the energy efficiency can use the energy rating to evaluate and pinpoint specific, cost-effective improvements.
How can I get a rating?
RESNET has posted a national directory that lists who to contact for a rating by state. Or you can just call us.
Can I trust the results of a home energy rating?
Home energy ratings must meet the stringent standards developed by RESNET. Raters must abide by a code of ethics, rating standards of practice, and most disclose all financial interests to the client. The mortgage industry recognizes the rating to qualify for an energy efficient mortgage.
Q: What is involved in a home energy rating?
Home energy ratings involve an on-site inspection by a residential energy efficiency professional – a home energy rater. Home energy raters are trained and certified by a RESNET accredited home energy rating system.
The home energy rater inspects the home and measures its energy characteristics, such as insulation levels, window efficiency, wall-to-window ratios, the heating and cooling system efficiency, and the solar orientation of the home. Performance testing, such as a blower door test measuring door and duct leakage may be used. The home receives a point score, depending on its relative efficiency. An estimate of the home’s energy costs is also provided. A homeowner who wants to upgrade the energy efficiency can use the energy rating to evaluate and pinpoint specific, cost-effective improvements.
South Shore Energy Raters provides HERS ratings for energy code compliance, building efficiency and encourages sustainable development with measures to respect the environment, our dedicated personnel provide excellent customer service and training to builder’s and homeowners to achieve their goals
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