08/11/2026
WHAT IS A HERS RATING?
A HERS rating is like a miles-per-gallon rating for your home. It measures how efficiently a home uses energy, taking things like insulation, windows, HVAC, air leakage, water heating, and appliances into account.
The lower the HERS score, the better!
A lower score means the home is designed to use less energy, which can mean lower utility bills, improved comfort, and better overall performance.
Think of it as a report card for your home's energy efficiency.