HERS Rater in Auburn, MA

What Does a HERS Rater Do?

A HERS Rater is a certified professional who performs comprehensive evaluations of a home’s energy performance. At Home Energy Efficiency Consultants, we do more than just evaluate—we guide you every step of the way.

Our services include:

• Energy modeling during the design phase
• Recommendations for energy-efficient construction materials and systems
• Blower door and duct leakage testing
• Inspections throughout construction
• Final HERS rating and certification

We ensure your project meets the necessary benchmarks without sacrificing comfort, quality, or budget.

Our Process: How We Help You Achieve Compliance and Efficiency

Whether you’re building a single-family home or managing a large residential project, we tailor our HERS rating services to fit your needs.

1. Design-Stage Consulting

Our work begins at the blueprint level. Using your architectural plans, we input the design into specialized energy modeling software. This allows us to:

• Simulate energy use across seasons
• Evaluate insulation values, HVAC systems, windows, and more
• Analyze solar gain and building orientation
• Identify energy inefficiencies before construction begins

Early insights from our energy model can help prevent costly changes later in the process.

2. Mid-Construction Support

We continue to work with your team during construction to ensure all components are installed according to energy code standards. If something changes in the building plans or if issues arise, we update our energy model accordingly.

We also perform inspections and provide in-the-field guidance to help contractors meet efficiency targets without delays.

3. Final Testing and Certification

Once the home is near completion, we conduct:

• Blower Door Testing to measure airtightness
• Duct Leakage Testing to identify air loss in HVAC systems
• Final Inspections of insulation, ventilation, and other key components

If everything meets the required benchmarks, we issue a Home Energy Rating Certificate, which you can submit to your local building department as part of the permit close-out process.

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