Energy Audit Credentials

Voluntary participation in the program enables builders to qualify for federal tax credits that may be available, receive money back from the Focus on Energy New Homes program, and provides them and their customers documentation on the performance of the new home.

Examples of some questions that should be answered at the planning stage:  How much ventilation should your house have?  Is my my home too drafty? Is continuous ventilation installed, and am I over venting the house? Is my house energy efficient?  What are the projected utility bills?

You could hold your thumb up to the house and guess the answers to these and many other questions,  but going through the painless process of certification (that doesn't take any more time on the schedule than normal) you'll know the answers for sure, you'll know the home has been tested by a certified and accredited BPI building anayst and HERS rater that is providing unbiased information, you'll know more about your largest investment, and since you've invested in the program, testing and certification you'll enjoy an extra chip in your stack when it comes time to sell.

 

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PDF Resources for Wisconsin Homeowners

Carbon Monoxide - Preventing Disaster	Learn about carbon monoxide sources in the home and how to keep your family safe
Controlling Home Moisture Problems	Moisture problems for your house and tips to reduce damage and improve comfort
Focus on Energy Rewards	After March 31st 2012, the reward will be 33% up to $1500 instant rebate off the entire contractor invoice. Homeowners can no longer perform work themselves. One contractor with a BPI certified building envelope specialist must oversee the entire project and a certified energy rater must also perform the audit to qualify for the rebate.
Reducing Appliance Energy Use	Guide to buying energy efficient appliances to reduce electricity costs

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