Residential Energy Rating Services
Every house leaks and these leaks cost money, big money.
HVAC ducts leak, windows leak, poor insulation and air barriers cause leaks, poor framing practices cause leaks. In addition to leaks, inefficient HVAC systems, hot water heaters, and other appliances can run result in high utility bills.
How
we help
As a Resnet HERS rater and a Energy Star Partner, I can help you understand how you can save $$$ by upgrading your existing house with a cost-benefit analysis. A HERS index is provided for each house giving the home owner a comparison with other rated homes.**
Have it rated so you can analyze the true cost of ownership by comparing its energy efficiency with other houses.
Remodeling or upgrading your home?
A home energy audit (or survey) evaluates an existing home to determine where and how energy is being lost,
what systems are operating inefficiently, and what cost-effective improvements can be implemented to enhance
occupant comfort, make the home more durable, and lower utility costs.
Building a new home?
Let me consult with the builder or architect in order to maximize new energy efficient technologies and building
designs that can increase your comfort and reduce utility bills.
August 4, 2011
Whenever I see an older home being remodeled, especially if it's an extensive renovation, I always wonder if the homeowners and the contractor know what a great opportunity...
September 7, 2011
Air conditioners don't last forever. Shocking, I know. The good news, though, is that if you have an old air conditioning system, replacing it should save you money...
October 31, 2011
Bill Schrader makes homes more energy efficient. As owner of Residential Energy Rating, LLC and a Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) certified home energy rater, he evaluates and then rates homes based on their energy efficiency.
**Understanding the HERS index - www.resnet.us/home-energy-ratings
