Sustainability Consulting for NEW HOMES
Option: Review general contractor and trades proposals at a rate of $125/hour.
Option: Provide review of mechanical design documents (Manual D, J, S) – subcontracted to mechanical engineer, cost TBD.
PHASE I. PRE-CONSTRUCTION
- Architectural design review for Energy Star New Homes V3.1, Indoor AirPlus, and DOE Zero Energy Ready Home programs; make recommendations as needed to achieve standards;
- Identify financial incentives to support efficiency upgrades such as federal rebate programs, federal and state tax deductions, and green financing opportunities;
- Calculate a projected HERS Index Score (energy modeling) based on the plans and specifications;
- Provide fixture and finish selection parameters to meet or exceed Net Zero Ready standards; review selections for alignment with green building standards;
- Obtain up to three quotes for solar panels and/or shingles to achieve at or near Net Zero performance;
- Create a plan for ongoing home performance monitoring.
Option: Review general contractor and trades proposals at a rate of $125/hour.
Option: Provide review of mechanical design documents (Manual D, J, S) – subcontracted to mechanical engineer, cost TBD.
Starting at
$1,850.00
PHASE I. PRE-CONSTRUCTION
- Conduct two DOE Net Zero Ready home inspections, as per certification requirements:
- Pre-drywall inspection for insulation/air sealing and total duct leakage testing (assuming two duct zones),
- Final inspection and performance testing, including blower door and other performance tests (i.e. fresh air flow, hot water calcs);
- Conduct up to 4 additional quality control inspections during foundation and framing, as requested by the homeowner.
Option: Additional field inspections as needed at the rate of $125/hour (on-site plus travel time).
Starting at
$2,750.00
PHASE III. POST-CONSTRUCTION
- Complete all final analyses and paperwork to obtain official HERS label and program certificates (Energy Star, IndoorAir Plus, and DOE NetZero);
- One site visit to monitor pre-occupancy flush;
- Post-occupancy onsite tutorial on optimizing mechanicals, ventilation and energy use.
Option: Consolidated homeowners manual with automated reminders of equipment and appliance maintenance schedules ($595).
Included in fee above.