ENERGY CODE COMPLIANCE IT IS TIME TO HIRE A HERS RATER Compliance Testing 2015 IECC 2012 IECC ____ Blower Door Testing ____ What is a HERS Rater? An individual who is certified by an accredited Rating Provider to inspect and test a home in order to evaluate each of the minimum rated features and complete a Home Energy Rating according to the RESNET Standards. Using a HERS Rater for 2012/2015 IECC Compliance The state of Connecticut has adopted the 2012 IECC energy code which requires blower door and duct testing. Towns are now enforcing blower door and duct testing certificates to show compliance in order to receive a certificate of occupancy. Coming in October of 2018 the state will adopt the new 2015 IECC energy code which still requires blower door and duct testing as well as using a Home Energy Rating as an option to show compliance with energy code requirements. Duct Pressure Testing ____ Home Energy Ratings CONTACT ME Michael Fusaro HERS Rater Stamford, CT 203-542-5515 mikef@greenbuiltct.com
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