INSPECT with the BEST SM Tri-County Inspections Serving Southeastern PA & Central/Southern NJ since 1985     Home Page      Description      Our Services      The Staff      Contact Us      Links Page          Energy Audit - Energy Rating - Energy Efficiency Inspection The service begins with a brief client interview and is followed by a comprehensive building inspection to determine efficiency needs. Over 16 different items and building systems are evaluated. A blower door pressurization test will also be preformed to determine building envelope air leakage. A detailed Audit report will then be generated on site outlining concerns and recommendations. Also provided are detailed efficient living recommendations and instructions on how to operate the building systems more effectively. Scott, of Berkley Energy, was a home inspector with Tri-County, was also a Realtor, and a mortgage lender in this area for almost 2 decades. All of these attributes make Scott an excellent choice to provide the unbiased advice and efficiency recommendations homeowners and business owners need to make sound decisions. Why Hire an Energy Rater? RESNET (Residential Energy Services Network) is the certifying body established by the federal government to determine repairs on FHA Energy Efficient mortgages and confirm Energy Star qualification for builders. There are a number of reasons that a homeowner, building management company or builder would need to employ the services of an energy conservation consultant. However, only a Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) certified energy rater is qualified to certify a home or building for certain federal and state tax credits, an Energy Efficient Mortgage, or an Energy Star rating. Home and business owners are also now beginning to feel the affect of rapidly rising energy prices and are seeking a professional energy evaluation to save on monthly utility bills and reduce their carbon footprint. RESNET has adopted the following standards and procedures to enhance the credibility and professionalism of the energy rating industry: RESNET Code of Ethics RESNET Standards of Practice RESNET Financial Interest Disclosure Professional Liability Insurance RESNET issues a Rater Seal of Quality to its members who adhere to these stringent standards. These certified energy raters have committed to RESNET that they will meet the high standards of RESNET ethics and quality. Benefits to Home and Business Owners  Significant savings on energy bills  Unbiased advice on energy savings methods & techniques  Home comfort and draft reduction  Determine the energy efficiency of a home or business before buying  Add the cost of energy improvements to an energy efficient mortgage  Easier ability to qualify for energy efficient mortgage  Make educated decisions when investing in energy improvements  It will be easier to sell your home or building with an Energy Star rating   Reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to the reduction of global      warming. Benefits to Professional Builders  Tap the growing market demand for energy efficient homes  Differentiate your product with an Energy Star rating  Increase the purchasing power of potential buyers  Demonstrate good corporate citizenship by enhancing the      quality of the environment and improving national security  The opportunity to partner with Energy Star for valuable      advertising incentives Benefits to Real Estate Professionals  A larger pool of potential buyers that can afford a nicer home  Advertise the efficient features of a home for sale  Differentiate your listings from others with the Energy Star Rating  Utilize an Energy Efficient Mortgage to aid buyers with immediate improvements  Utilize an Energy Efficient Mortgage to aid in qualifying for the mortgage or a      larger home  Buyers will feel more confident of being able to afford a new home with the      assurance of more reasonable energy bills Click for Printer-friendly Coupon If you have any questions or would like to schedule energy audit, please contact us. RESNET Certified Energy Rater - HIC Certification # PA035750                   © 2009 Tri-County Inspection Co., Inc.                         Web Site by WHK3     Delaware Valley, Lehigh Valley, Central NJ & South Jersey.