Energy Efficiency
HERS Rating
At Virginia Homes, “Big Differences, Better Homes” isn’t just a tagline. It’s the attitude behind how we build our homes. From the roof to the foundation, and everywhere in between, Virginia homes are different – and better! For example, our homes aren’t just energy-efficient, they’re HERS rated.
The Home Energy Rating System (HERS) is the nationally recognized system for inspecting and calculating a home’s energy performance. HERS identifies the rated home’s energy performance compared to a home built only to code requirements.
A standard, code-built home has an index of 100. Each point below 100 represents a 1% improvement in overall energy performance.
For example, a home with a HERS index of 70 is 30% more efficient than a standard, code-built home. With a HERS score of 50, Virginia homes perform better – around 50% better – than a standard new home! And that translates into serious savings when it comes to your utility bills!
Go Green
Compare HERS Scores
- Virginia Homes — 50 avg. HERS score
- Energy Starr Home — 85 avg. HERS score
- Standard New Home Built to Code: 100 avg. HERS score
- Existing Home - 130 avg. HERS score
Compare Estimated Avg. Annual Utility Bill
- Virginia Homes: $2,650/year
- Energy Star Home: $3,100/year
- Standard New Home Build To Code: $3,400/year
- Existing Home: $4,400+/year