Home Energy Scores
Home Energy Scores in Michigan
Certified Home Energy Score Assessments by Air Doctors Building Performance
Whether you’re buying, selling, or improving a home in Michigan, a Home Energy Score (HES) provides valuable insight into your home’s energy performance. Air Doctors Building Performance is proud to offer U.S. Department of Energy Home Energy Score assessments throughout Michigan, including Ann Arbor and other communities preparing for the future of energy disclosure.
All of our energy auditors are Home Energy Score Certified, and every member of our team holds Building Performance Institute (BPI) certifications, ensuring that your assessment is performed by highly trained building science professionals.
What Is a Home Energy Score?
The Home Energy Score is a rating developed by the U.S. Department of Energy to help homeowners, buyers, and sellers understand a home’s energy efficiency.
Often referred to as the “miles-per-gallon rating for a home,” the Home Energy Score evaluates a home’s energy-related features and assigns a score from 1 to 10:
- 1–3: Significant opportunities for energy improvements
- 4–7: Average energy performance
- 8–10: High-performing, energy-efficient homes
In addition to the score, homeowners receive recommendations for improvements that can reduce energy consumption, improve comfort, and lower utility costs.
Why Get a Home Energy Score?
A Home Energy Score helps homeowners:
- Understand how their home compares to similar homes nationwide
- Identify opportunities to reduce energy costs
- Improve home comfort and indoor air quality
- Prioritize energy-efficiency upgrades
- Demonstrate energy performance to prospective buyers
- Support energy-related real estate transactions
The Home Energy Score is an objective and nationally recognized method for evaluating residential energy performance.
Home Energy Scores Are Growing in Michigan
The City of Ann Arbor has implemented a Home Energy Rating Disclosure (HERD) Ordinance, requiring many homes offered for sale to obtain and disclose a Home Energy Score as part of the listing process.
In addition, organizations such as Michigan Energy Options have partnered with communities across the state to pilot and expand the use of Home Energy Scores, signaling a growing interest in providing Michigan homeowners with better information about home energy performance.
As one of the leading providers of Home Energy Scores in Michigan, Air Doctors Building Performance helps homeowners and real estate professionals navigate these evolving requirements while gaining valuable insight into a home’s efficiency and comfort.
Why Choose Air Doctors Building Performance?
Home Energy Score Certified Auditors
Every Air Doctors energy auditor has completed the training and qualification requirements necessary to conduct official U.S. Department of Energy Home Energy Score assessments.
100% BPI Certified Team
At Air Doctors, every employee holds certifications through the Building Performance Institute (BPI), the nation’s leading credentialing organization for home performance professionals.
Our team understands the entire home as a system, including:
- Insulation and air sealing
- HVAC system performance
- Duct systems and airflow
- Ventilation and indoor air quality
- Building durability
- Combustion safety
- Energy modeling and building science principles
This expertise allows us to provide recommendations that go beyond a simple score and help homeowners make informed decisions about their homes.
What Happens During a Home Energy Score Assessment?
During the assessment, our certified auditor evaluates key energy-related features of the home, including:
- Home size and construction characteristics
- Attic, wall, and foundation insulation
- Windows and doors
- Heating and cooling equipment
- Water heating systems
- Building envelope features
The information is entered into the Department of Energy’s scoring software to generate an official Home Energy Score.
Following the assessment, you will receive:
- An official Home Energy Score (1–10)
- Estimated energy use information
- Recommended energy improvements
- Documentation suitable for real estate transactions and disclosure requirements
Home Energy Score Pricing
Home Energy Score assessments start at $500.
Your assessment includes:
- On-site evaluation by a certified Home Energy Score Assessor
- Official U.S. Department of Energy Home Energy Score report
- Energy improvement recommendations
- Documentation required for applicable disclosure programs
Schedule Your Home Energy Score Today
Whether you’re preparing to sell your home, purchasing a property, or simply want to better understand how your home performs, Air Doctors Building Performance is here to help.
With Home Energy Score Certified auditors and a 100% BPI Certified team, we deliver trusted assessments backed by nationally recognized credentials and real-world building science expertise.
Call Air Doctors Building Performance today to schedule your Home Energy Score assessment.
Home Energy Score Assessments Starting at Just $500
Learn how your home performs, identify opportunities for improvement, and take the next step toward a more comfortable and energy-efficient home.