Our Zoned Comfort Solutions meet and exceed tough energy standards in two ways. First, the high efficiency operation of the system itself. Secondly, smaller units can be applied within the thermal envelope which helps keep conditioned air in the space and not leaked to an unconditioned area, like an open attic. Energy raters measure the efficiency of a home and generate a HERS (Home Energy Rating System) index. Giving your client a home with a high HERS score will help them save money on their electric bill and improve the home's resale value. The scale below illustrates how a lower HERS score can impact energy savings.
Zero Energy Home
Hers Score: 0
Impact: Produces as much energy as it uses
Annual Energy Savings: $2,335**
Performance: 100% more efficient than typical new home
Almost at Zero Energy
Hers Score: 10
Impact: Extremely comfortable home with low energy bills
Annual Energy Savings: $2,155**
Performance: 90% more efficient than typical new home
Very Efficient
Hers Score: 20
Impact: Energy Efficient Mortgage can fund energy improvements
Annual Energy Savings: $1,976**
Performance: 80% more efficient than typical new home
Getting Warmer
Hers Score: 30
Impact: 100% more efficient than a typical resale home
Annual Energy Savings: $1,796**
Performance: 70% more efficient than typical new home
Still More to Do
Impact: Many energy efficient features exist in this home
Annual Energy Savings: $1,616**
Performance: 60% more efficient than typical new home
Hers Score: 40
Consult a Professional
Hers Score: 50
Impact: RESNET certified Rater can suggest efficiency improvements
Annual Energy Savings: $1,437**
Performance: 50% more efficient than typical new home
Small Changes Add Up
Hers Score: 60
Impact: Small upgrades can improve this home’s HERS Rating
Annual Energy Savings: $1,257**
Performance: 40% more efficient than typical new home
Lots of Opportunities
Hers Score: 70
Impact: Efficiency improvements can increase this home’s comfort
Annual Energy Savings: $1,078**
Performance: 30% more efficient than typical new home
Improvements Will Pay Off
Hers Score: 80
Impact: Investing in efficiency upgrades will increase this home’s value
Annual Energy Savings: $898**
Performance: 20% more efficient than typical new home
Long Way to Go
Hers Score: 90
Impact: Lots of room to improve this home’s efficiency ratings
Annual Energy Savings: $718**
Performance: 10% more efficient than typical new home
Reference Home
Hers Score: 100
Impact: Small changes can add up to big savings
Annual Energy Savings: $539**
Performance: Meets current new home efficiency standards
Upside Down on Efficiency
Hers Score: 110
Impact: Energy Improvement Mortgage can fund efficiency upgrades
Annual Energy Savings: $Negative
Performance: 10% less efficient than typical new home
Too Hot or Cold
Hers Score: 120
Impact: Home is likely hot in the summer and drafty in the winter
Annual Energy Savings: $Negative
Performance: 20% less efficient than typical new home
Typical Resale Home
Hers Score: 130
Impact: Consider an Energy Improvement Mortgage when purchasing
Annual Energy Savings: $Negative
Performance: 30% less efficient than typical new home
Expensive and Uncomfortable
Hers Score: 140
Impact: High energy costs and low comfort
Annual Energy Savings: $Negative
Performance: 40% less efficient than typical new home
Buyer Beware
Hers Score: 150
Impact: Contact a RESNET certified Home Energy Rater right away
Annual Energy Savings: $Negative
Performance: 50% less efficient than typical new home