HERS Rating Beverly MA – Stretch Energy Code Compliance

Certified HERS Rating Company in Beverly Massachusetts

If you are building a new home, addition, or renovation in Beverly, Massachusetts, your project may require a HERS Rating (Home Energy Rating System) to comply with the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code and IECC 2021 energy code requirements.

HERS Rating Company provides certified HERS Ratings in Beverly MA, helping builders, developers, architects, and homeowners meet energy code requirements while maximizing available Mass Save rebates and energy incentives.

Our certified HERS raters provide energy modeling, blower door testing, duct leakage testing, insulation inspections, and final HERS certification for residential projects throughout Essex County and the North Shore of Massachusetts.

Learn more about our services:

• https://hersratingcompany.com/

• https://hersratingcompany.com/services/hers-rating-massachusetts/

• https://hersratingcompany.com/services/blower-door-testing/

• https://hersratingcompany.com/services/duct-leakage-testing/

---

What is a HERS Rating?

A HERS Rating (Home Energy Rating System) is the nationally recognized method used to measure the energy efficiency of residential buildings.

The rating is commonly used throughout Massachusetts to verify compliance with the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code.

Learn more about HERS Ratings:

• https://www.resnet.us/hers-index/

• https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/home-energy-ratings

The HERS Index Score compares a home’s efficiency to a standard reference home.

Typical scoring scale:

• 100 HERS Score – Standard new construction home

• 70–55 HERS Score – Typical Massachusetts Stretch Code target

• 40–50 HERS Score – High-performance home

• 0 HERS Score – Net Zero Energy home

Lower scores indicate higher energy efficiency and lower utility costs.

---

Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code in Beverly

Beverly has adopted the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code, which requires residential buildings to meet higher energy performance standards than the base building code.

Projects that often require a HERS Rating in Beverly MA include:

• New construction homes

• Multi-family housing developments

• Major renovations

• Large additions

• Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Learn more about the Stretch Code:

• https://www.mass.gov/info-details/stretch-energy-code

• https://www.mass.gov/orgs/department-of-energy-resources

Because the Stretch Code uses a performance-based pathway, homes must achieve a target HERS Index score verified by a certified HERS rater.

---

HERS Rating Services in Beverly MA

HERS Rating Company provides full energy code compliance services for residential construction projects.

Energy Modeling

Energy modeling predicts the HERS score during the design phase, helping builders optimize insulation, windows, and mechanical systems before construction begins.

Learn more:

https://hersratingcompany.com/services/hers-rating-massachusetts/

---

Blower Door Testing

A blower door test measures air leakage in the building envelope to ensure the home meets energy code air-tightness requirements.

Learn more:

https://hersratingcompany.com/services/blower-door-testing/

---

Duct Leakage Testing

Duct leakage testing verifies HVAC duct systems are properly sealed and operating efficiently.

Learn more:

https://hersratingcompany.com/services/duct-leakage-testing/

---

Insulation Inspection

Our HERS raters verify insulation installation to ensure the building envelope performs as predicted in the energy model.

Proper insulation installation is critical to achieving a low HERS score.

---

Mechanical System Verification

We verify high-efficiency mechanical equipment including:

• Heat pump heating and cooling systems

• Energy recovery ventilation (ERV) systems

• Heat pump water heaters

• Energy Star appliances

Mechanical system efficiency plays a major role in the final HERS rating.

---

Final HERS Certification

After testing and inspections are complete, we provide the official HERS documentation required for final inspection and certificate of occupancy.

---

Mass Save Rebates Available in Beverly

Homes completing a HERS Rating in Beverly MA may qualify for incentives through the Mass Save® program.

Available incentives may include:

• Heat pump rebates

• Heat pump water heater rebates

• Insulation rebates

• 0% interest HEAT loans

• Whole-home energy efficiency incentives

Learn more:

• https://www.masssave.com/

• https://www.masssave.com/residential/rebates

---

Why Builders Choose HERS Rating Company

Builders throughout Massachusetts rely on HERS Rating Company for cost-effective Stretch Energy Code compliance.

Benefits include:

• Certified RESNET HERS raters

• Experience with IECC 2021 and Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code

• Accurate blower door and duct leakage testing

• Fast energy modeling turnaround

• Assistance qualifying for Mass Save rebates

We also help improve HERS scores using strategies such as:

• High-efficiency heat pump systems

• Energy recovery ventilation (ERV) systems

• Improved air sealing techniques

• High-performance insulation assemblies

---

HERS Rating for Additions in Beverly

Many homeowners do not realize that large home additions in Beverly may require energy modeling and HERS verification under the Stretch Energy Code.

Projects that may trigger compliance include:

• Second-story additions

• Major renovations

• Home expansions

• Accessory dwelling units (ADUs)

Our energy modeling process helps determine the most cost-effective path to meeting energy code requirements.

---

Schedule a HERS Rating in Beverly MA

If you are planning a project in Beverly Massachusetts, HERS Rating Company can guide your project from design through final inspection.

Our certified HERS raters help builders meet Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code requirements while improving energy efficiency and maximizing available rebates.

Learn more:

https://hersratingcompany.com/
https://hersratingcompany.com/contact/