HERS Rating

One of the best methods for comparing homes and their ability to be energy efficient is to look at their HERS score, which is a standardized scoring system recognized by the Department of Energy and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Each Legacy Home passes a rigorous energy-efficient test conducted by a third-party, certified inspector. This gives you the peace of mind that your Legacy Home is energy-efficient and will save you money on energy bills all while protecting the environment. By using the latest technology and building techniques, we are able to accomplish this without sacrificing style, elegance, or craftsmanship.

What is a HERS rating?

Home Energy Rating System, or simply HERS, is a scoring system set by the Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) to measure a home’s energy efficiency and determine if it meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines. The lower the HERS Index, the more energy efficient the home. A typical resale home score is a 130, which means that if you’re in the market for a home, this house will be significantly less energy efficient than it should be. A typical new home scores 100, which meets current industry standards, and saves $539 a year compared to a used home, but is not working at its optimal efficiency! The average new Legacy Home score is as low as a 68, which is over 30% more efficient than typical new homes, and saves nearly $1,300 a year compared to an existing home. Not only is that good news from a financial point of view, it’s also good news for the environment as 16% of greenhouse gases generated in the U.S. come from homes.

With our advanced building practices and an array of money-saving features from energy-efficient windows to ENERGY STAR® appliances, your heating, cooling, electric, and water costs are reduced, saving tens of thousands of dollars over a 30-year mortgage span!

To schedule an appointment to visit one of our communities, call 256.319.0577. Build Your Legacy.™