AREA OF SERVICE - SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
(928) 916 - 9988 | SSENERGYHERS@GMAIL.COM


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When is HERS Required
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New Build
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Home alteration (example, changing the HVAC system) or building an accessory dwelling unit (ADU)
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Garage conversions
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Additions
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Change out- Air Conditioner, Furnace, Condenser & Coil, Heat pump, Air Handling units & Duct Work
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EVEN MINI SPLITS
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Required vs Optional
Work requires being properly permitted and HERS tested.
Your contractor will be able to explain permitting requirements. HERS testing should be part of this discussion.
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All California homeowners and contractors are required to comply with the requirements of the California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 6, Energy Efficiency Standards for Residential and Nonresidential Buildings to meet the state’s energy goals and requirements.
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Additionally, homeowners in California are required to schedule a HERS testing whenever a new mechanical system that requires verification or testing is installed in their home. This is part of Title 24, Part 6 of the HERS Program formed by the California Energy Commission to differentiate the energy efficiency levels among California homes and guide investment in cost-effective home energy efficiency measures.
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Areas Tested
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Duct leakage testing— Performed within 1 hour! Instantly know the conditions of your duct work, by measures the amount of air leaks in unconditioned areas from the duct system.
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Refrigerant charge verification—Measures how well your air conditioning system performs and verifies that refrigerant levels meet manufacturer specifications.
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Airflow verification—Used in conjunction with the refrigerant charge verification, this test measures the velocity of air flowing through your duct system during the air conditioning cycle.