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Energy Ratings: MPG for Our Homes
A home is usually the single most important and expensive
purchase of our lifetime. But, we really don’t get
a lot of information about the systems of our homes when
we purchase them. Sure, we see what type of countertop and
flooring is in there. We sometimes get some information
about the appliances. But we rarely get accurate information
about how well a home is insulated or how the heating system
performs.
Imagine a day when you could see the energy performance
of your home before you buy it. What if there was a label,
like the one you get on a new car, that could help you see
how much it would cost to heat and power your home. You
could compare different houses – and their energy
bills! Oh, what a wondrous day that would be.
Would you believe me if I said that day is here, at least
for new homes? Home Energy Ratings provide a numerical,
comprehensive rating for a home’s energy performance.
Taking into account insulation, sealing details, windows,
doors, and mechanical systems, a Home Energy Rating lets
you know how your home will perform in terms of energy.
For more information on Home Energy Ratings, check out
www.energystar.gov
or call the High Country Conservation Center at 668-5703.
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