Construct your new home with higher energy efficiency for greater comfort, lower utility bills – and $300 cash back!

The Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Index is the industry standard by which a home’s energy efficiency is measured. The lower the score, the more money you’ll save on energy bills and the more you’ll improve your home comfort. The construction of your new home is the perfect time to ensure it’s built to save! Specifying high-efficiency heat pumps, added insulation, LED lighting and more can help you achieve a Home Energy Rating System (HERS) index of </- 70 – and earn $300 cash back.¹

1 This incentive can only be coupled with the Electric Vehicle Connectivity Rebate of $150 and cannot be combined with any other program incentives

Why aim for a </- 70 HERS Index?

A HERS </- 70 is 30% more energy efficient than standard new homes A HERS </- 70 is 30% more energy efficient than standard new homes
This level of HERS can mean less energy use and lower monthly costs This level of HERS can mean less energy use and lower monthly costs
Better climate control for consistent temperatures & greater comfort Better climate control for consistent temperatures & greater comfort

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How to achieve a higher HERS Index

High-efficiency HVAC System – 15.3 SEER2 Rating or higher High-efficiency HVAC System – 15.3 SEER2 Rating or higher
Attic Insulation – recommended rating of R-38 or better Attic Insulation – recommended rating of R-38 or better
Double-pane Windows – with vinyl or wood frames Double-pane Windows – with vinyl or wood frames
LED Lighting – efficient fixtures and LED bulbs LED Lighting – efficient fixtures and LED bulbs
FREE Blower Door & Duct Blaster Tests – to ensure no air leaks FREE Blower Door & Duct Blaster Tests – to ensure no air leaks