How Do Homes Qualify As ENERGY STAR?

Homes that bear the ENERGY STAR logo are significantly more energy efficient than standard homes, incorporating a variety of features, including

Effective Insulations

Properly installed and inspected insulation in floors, walls, and attics ensures even temperatures throughout the house, while using less energy.  The result is lower utility costs and a quieter, more comfortable home.

High-Performance Windows

Windows with advanced coatings and construction help keep heat in during winter and out during summer. They also block damaging ultraviolet sunlight that can discolor carpets and furnishings.

Tight Construction and Tight Ducts

Advanced techniques for sealing holes and cracks in the home’s “envelope” and in heating and cooling ducts helps reduce drafts, moisture, dust, pollen, pests and noise. A tightly sealed home improves comfort and indoor air quality, while reducing utility and maintenance costs.

More Efficient Heating and Cooling Equipment

Energy-efficient, properly installed heating and cooling systems use less energy, which reduces utility bills.  You can expect higher quality and greater durability backed by longer
warranties now available on many models.

Independent Testing

While it’s easy for builders to claim that their homes are energy efficient, ENERGY STAR partners back that up with a third-party inspection to verify the home’s energy performance.

ENERGY STAR qualified homes also undergo an additional comprehensive inspection of insulation and air sealing details to ensure that they deliver the full comfort and energy savings they are designed to achieve.

ENERGY STAR qualified homes are at least 15% more energy efficient than homes built to the 2004 International Residential Code (IRC).