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HERS Testing & What Is It?
Contrary to popular belief, the average home inspection does not include detailed testing of HVAC systems. While basic functioning is checked, furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners and other HVAC
HERS Rater vs. Building Inspector
HERS Rater vs. Building Inspector Contrary to popular belief, the average home inspection does not include detailed testing of HVAC systems. While basic functioning is checked,
2019 HERS Training Now Available Online
The 2019 Energy Code Compliance HERS Training course is now available online. If you are a current CHEERS or Cal Energy HERS Rater, there is no cost for the update
Mandatory HERS Requirement – Where Do I Start?
Where do I Start? A HERS test is required in California for newly built homes, new HVAC installation, replacement of an HVAC unit, relocation of a HVAC unit, or
2019 California Energy Code Changes
In California, we’re living in an exciting time for renewable energy. Both the residential and commercial building sectors are embracing energy efficiency and shifting the market to one that
Five Steps to Increase Your HVAC Compliance by 5%, 10% or Even 20%!
Five Steps to Increase Your HVAC Compliance by 5%, 10% or Even 20%! CHEERS has taken a new approach using data science to solve this state-wide issue. Through