Natural Gas and Home Energy Scores
When you think of your home’s energy consumption, you probably think of electricity first. But for many Portland homes, natural gas is also part of the picture. The Home Energy …
Mandatory Home Energy Scores – Milwaukie, Oregon
The city of Milwaukie in Oregon is mandating home energy scores that fall within its boundaries starting tomorrow, Oct. 1st. 2020. This mandate for energy scores will cover most homes …
Portland Indoor Air Quality and the Home Energy Score
Most of us don’t think too much about air quality inside the home. But Portland summers come with a good amount of outdoor air pollution from wildfire smoke, increased traffic …
5 Things To Do Before a Home Energy Score
To obtain the required Home Energy Score assessment in Portland, you really only need to do one thing: Make the appointment. However, our customers do ask us how they can …
What is a Home Energy Score Report?
You scheduled online or made the phone call. A Home Energy Score Assessor came to your Portland home and did the assessment. Then they handed you a piece of paper, …
Guide to Choose a Home Energy Score Provider
We know there are a lot of choices out there for getting a Home Energy Score in Portland in 2020. When this program was first enacted in 2018, almost a …
Portland Home Energy Ratings and Certification Guide
Buying a new home? You may be wondering what the different energy efficiency ratings and certifications mean. From EPS to LEED to HES, there are enough acronyms out there to …
Home Energy Scores in Portland: 2020 FAQs
1. What is the Home Energy Score and why do I need one? According to the City of Portland, “Home energy scores are a market-based solution for conveying previously unknown …
Top 5 Questions on Home Energy Scores and Efficiency
Q. I’m getting a Home Energy Score Assessment done on my home in Portland. Should I invest in some energy-efficient light bulbs and/or smart thermostat? A. The assessment rubric used …
Is a New Home or an Energy Upgraded Home more efficient?
Purchasing a home in Portland can be a challenge, especially if you’re looking for energy efficiency. Many buyers assume that if they’re willing to spend more and purchase a newly …