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HVAC Efficiency Ratings

by Emily Barriere | March 18, 2024 | Energy Efficiency | 0 Comments

Do HVAC Efficiency Ratings Matter? When deciding what HVAC equipment to install, efficiency ratings are the key to differentiating between various makes and models. Without a basic understanding of efficiency ratings, it's much like trying to interpret a foreign...

Cost Effective Energy-Efficient Upgrades

by Emily Barriere | December 28, 2023 | Energy Efficiency | 0 Comments

Which Energy-Efficient Upgrades Should I Choose? Frequently, we get the question about the most cost-effective upgrades when remodeling older homes. Many homeowners have concerns about their energy bills but don't want to spend an enormous amount on energy-efficient...

Nonresidential Energy Code

by Emily Barriere | October 31, 2023 | HERS Raters, Products and Services | 0 Comments

The Basics of Non-Residential & Multifamily Energy Codes Do you want to know if your commercial or multifamily project is subject to nonresidential Energy Codes? You can discover if your project has Energy Code requirements by looking for NRCC pages in your plans....

Benefits of Getting a Building Permit

by Emily Barriere | Jul 6, 2023 | Products and Services | 0 Comments

Do You Really Need to Pull a Building Permit?: Pulling a building permit secures your assets. Yet, many owners still opt not to pull permits when it comes to their construction projects. For those that are questioning what route they want to take, let's review the...

First Reduce, Then Produce! ©

by Emily Barriere | Jun 21, 2023 | Alternative Energy, Energy Efficiency | 0 Comments

Reduce Energy Consumption Before Adding Renewable Energy: As more property owners opt to purchase renewable energy solutions, we must ask, are we missing a step? Collectively, our focus has been predominately on energy production rather than energy reduction. When you...

Earn $2,500 45L Tax Credit

by Emily Barriere | Jun 16, 2023 | Efficiency Incentives and Rebates, Resources & References | 0 Comments

45L Tax Credit Certificate: Are you interested in a $2,500 tax credit for your energy-efficient property? That's right, builders with efficient upgrades may qualify for up to $2,500 per dwelling unit. Therefore, developers in California should be aware that some of...

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