Requirements
Calif Home Energy Rater Services (HERS) requires 3rd party HERS rater that conducts field tests and certifies work that meets Calif. energy efficiency standards. These services are required anytime renovations, new construction or heating/cooling systems are replaced.
HERS Raters
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HERs raters are certified energy assessors certified through Calif. Energy Commission. They are trained and certified by HERS providers such as Calcerts.com. HERS rater provide 3rd party verification, testing and certification required by the permitting process.
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HERS Tests
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Tests – Range from HVAC duct testing, AC airflow, insulation, plumbing and IAQ fans. The range of required tests are determined by the energy consultant that creates a Title 24 report. Look for HERS Feature Summary section in the Title 24 report.
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2019 Energy efficiency code - effective Jan. 2020
2019 Energy efficiency code is a major milestone that improves new homes energy efficiency by over 30%. Most will recognize the requirement to install renewable energy usually solar photo-voltaic systems. Contractors must be careful to understand these significant changes in insulation, insulated plumbing, water heater, IAQ fan requirements and more. HERS raters will play a more active role in 3rd party verification required by the permitting process. Contractors should engage HERS at early stages of construction for new constructions and major renovations. New 2019 Tests
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Sustainrgy is operated by Inspection Perfection, a home inspection company serving the greater San Diego area since 2005. Inspection Perfection includes an energy assessment in every home inspection.
For more information on inspection Perfection, please visit us at:
www.sdinspection.com
For more information on inspection Perfection, please visit us at:
www.sdinspection.com