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# The SMART way to buy a home!
Marissa W.
What is the HERS Index?
The RESTNET HERS Index is the industry standard by which a home's energy efficiency is measured. The HERS or Home Energy Rating System was developed by RESNET and is the nationally recognized system for inspecting and calculating a home's energy performance. Certified RESNET Home Energy Raters conduct inspections to verify a home's energy performance and determine what improvements can be made to increase it.
Outside of a mortgage loan, the highest cost of homeownership is energy. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that house built in line with todays energy code use 30% less energy than older homes. Many builders today are building homes that use 70% less energy than existing ones. The LOWER the HERS Index, the more energy efficient a home is! This means lower energy costs for the homeowner. A low HERS Index adds Value and Comfort toa home, which is why builders across the United States ensure that all homes are energy rated.
To find out more about Arbor's HERS Index, visit any one of our modeled communities across Indianapolis. Our Sales Managers would be happy to answer any questions you might have!
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