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Home Energy Ratings and Building Performance
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2008-12
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Energy Systems Laboratory (http://esl.tamu.edu)
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This paper provides an overview of the Home Energy Rating System (HERS). A short summary of the origination and history of the HERS system will lead to a more detailed description of the inspection and testing protocol.
The HERS rating provides an accepted method to determine home efficiency based on standards developed and overseen by the Residential Energy Services Network
(RESNET), a not-for-profit corporation.
The paper will discuss the effect of various building systems and effects of local climate as they affect the rating score of a proposed or completed structure. The rating is used to determine the most cost effective mechanical systems, building envelope design including window and door types, effect of various roofing materials and radiant barriers.
The paper will conclude by comparing specifics of an actual report to the construction characteristics of a home as they relate to the HERS Rating and the result.
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Home Energy Rating System (HERS)