For Builders and Designers

Building smarter, designing for energy efficiency

Designers and builders shape the homes of tomorrow – homes that not only meet minimum National Construction Code energy efficiency requirements, but are comfortable, affordable and attractive to buyers and renters.

Home Energy Rating provides a mechanism to measure energy efficiency and guide good design decisions.

Building and designing with Home Energy Rating

For new homes and major renovations energy ratings can be an integral part of meeting the National Construction Code (NCC) energy efficiency requirements. A Home Energy Rating for an existing home uses a tailored approach that considers the property’s age, orientation, construction type and existing appliances. 

Collaboration with Assessors

Accredited assessors provide much more than a Home Energy Rating certificate. For designers and builders, working closely with an assessor at the early stages of the design process means that energy efficiency is built into the project from the beginning. 

Resources

These resources give designers and builders the tools to save time, reduce costs and deliver homes that stand out in the market.