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Certifications and Licensing:

  • VA "Class A" Contracting License #2705-119932A
    • Virginia DPOR: Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation
  • MD MHIC Contractors License #126720
  • DC Contractors License #252-69007080
  • HERS Rater #051-003
  • BPI Analyst #CAN 04846
  • BBB Member since 2007
  • Electric and Gas Industries Approved Contractor

RESNET / HERS: http://www.natresnet.org/

The Residential Energy Services Network's (RESNET®) mission is to ensure the success of the building energy performance certification industry, set the standards of quality, and increase the opportunity for ownership of high performance buildings. RESNET is a membership 501-C-3 non profit organization.

 

Energy Star Partner: http://www.energystar.gov/

See HERS Ratings below. We work with builders, architects, and other contractors to certify NEW HOMES to build energy-efficient structures to modern building codes and energy code. New homes showing 15% improvements over 2004 IECC can earn an energy star label and will be listed on the EPA's website.

 

BPI Certified Building Analysts & Envelope: http://www.bpi.org/content/home/index.php

Contractors participating in a locally-sponsored Home Performance with ENERGY STAR programs can help you cost-effectively improve your home’s energy efficiency. These specially-trained contractors evaluate your home using state-of-the-art equipment and recommend comprehensive improvements that will yield the best results. They can also help you take advantage of Federal tax credits for energy efficiency improvements.

 

HERS stands for Home Energy Rating Systems

Standard in every EDGE Energy Rating is a HERS reporting page. This specific page is required to qualify for an energy efficient mortgage and will be given to the lender during your loan application.
  1. A numerical score from 1 to 100
  2. A one to five star-plus rating
  3. Recommended cost-effective energy upgrades.
  4. Estimates of the cost, annual savings, and useful life of upgrades.
  5. Improved Rating Score after the installation of recommended upgrades.
  6. Estimated annual total energy cost for the existing home before and after upgrades.

 

MORE: Affiliates, Links, and Resources

Partners & Affiliates:

US Green Building Council (USBGC): http://www.usgbc.org/

LEED is a third-party certification program and the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings. LEED gives building owners and operators the tools they need to have an immediate and measurable impact on their buildings’ performance. LEED promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in five key areas of human and environmental health: sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality.

Energy Logic: http://www.nrglogic.com/

Energy Logic is our RESNET provider for EnergyStar energy ratings. Our company's maintain a strategic partnership to provide our shared clients accurate site inspections, comprehensive energy audits, and excellent customer service and communication through the QC / QA process.

AccessNational Mortgage: http://www.loansinallstates.com/

The loan officers at AccessNational can help our clients qualify for energy efficient mortgages in addition to the standard fair of purchasing and refiancing options. Visit their site for more info or request a free prequal.

 

Resources:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a consumer booklet:
The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality. www.epa.gov/iaqfpubs/insidest.html

RESNET: Residential Energy Service Network. RESNET authors guidelines and national code for energy rater standards. Also, they provide oversight on QA providers and ongoing energy auditor and rater training.
http://www.natresnet.org/

EnergyStar resources and programs for new and existing homes:
http://www.energystar.gov/

New American Dream has information on Green Seal certified paint manufacturers: www.newdream.org/consumer/paint.php

Krigger, John and Dorsi, Chris. "Residential Energy, Cost Savings and Comfort for Existing Buildings, 4th Edition"Saturn Resource Management, 2004. www.srmi.biz

Harley, Bruce. "Build Like a Pro: Insulate and Weatherize." The Taunton Press, 2002. www.taunton.com

 

 

Links:

  • The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a consumer booklet: The Inside Story: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality. www.epa.gov/iaqfpubs/insidest.html

  • RESNET: Residential Energy Service Network. RESNET authors guidelines and national code for energy rater standards. Also, they provide oversight on QA providers and ongoing energy auditor and rater training. http://www.natresnet.org/

  • EnergyStar resources and programs for new and existing homes: http://www.energystar.gov/

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