Energy Raters
Home Energy Raters are essential to improving energy efficiency in
new and existing homes. They provide the expertise by which homeowners,
builders, and others can determine a home’s energy-efficiency and the
effectiveness of steps taken to improve it.
Energy Ratings produced
as a result of the work of Energy Raters are required for homeowners
and homebuyers seeking Energy
Efficient Mortgages or Energy Improvement Loans. Builders in the
E-Star Builder Program, builders of energy-efficient homes, and builders
of High Performance Homes use the Home Energy Rating and the advice
of Energy Raters to confirm their results, market their quality product,
and maintain builder program certification.
E-Star Raters reap significant vocational rewards as a result of participating
in the E-Star program. E-Star Raters can use the E-Star Web site to
keep up-to-date on industry practices and related software, communicate
with other Raters, and access reference materials. In addition, E-Star’s
highly trained and experienced technical staff is available to respond
to E-Star Raters’ questions and help resolve issues related to
Home Energy Ratings and energy-efficiency.
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