What is a HOME ENERGY RATING SYSTEM (HERS) INDEX?
The HERS Index accounts for a home’s energy consumption of heating, cooling, water heating, lighting, and some appliances.
The national standard by which a home’s energy efficiency is inspected and rated.
A typical home built to 2006 energy efficiency standards scores 100 on the HERS Index.
A 1-Point change in the HERS Index represents a 1% change in energy use.
A lower Index Score means a home uses less energy.
A home with a HERS Index Score of 0 produces as much energy annually as it uses.
A simple, easy-to-understand system for prospective homebuyers, Realtors, Appraisers, and utilities to compare the energy performance of homes.
