Home Energy Raters

What Home Energy Raters does

Home Energy Raters, LLC is a Massachusetts-based building performance testing and energy code compliance firm headquartered in Sagamore Beach. Founded in 2009 and operating since at least 2003, the company provides HERS (Home Energy Rating System) ratings, blower door testing, duct leakage testing, ventilation testing, and air sealing services to residential homebuilders, architects, and developers across the state. Its service portfolio spans mandatory compliance work for the Massachusetts Stretch Code and Specialized Code, above-code verification (Passive House, LEED, ENERGY STAR), Boston-specific BERDO compliance, and assistance securing Mass Save incentives and EPACT 45L tax credits. The company has completed more than 12,500 HERS ratings over its history and serves 296+ municipalities that have adopted the Stretch Energy Code.

The underlying technology is based on industry-standard diagnostic equipment — calibrated blower door fans that depressurize buildings to 50 pascals, duct pressurization fans that measure leakage to 25 pascals, and flow hoods for ASHRAE 62.1/62.2 ventilation verification — supplemented by the AeroBarrier aerosolized envelope sealing system for clients seeking gap remediation. Compliance documentation is produced via COMcheck and REScheck software, with HVAC load calculations supported by Wrightsoft. The technical differentiator is procedural precision and interpretation of Massachusetts-specific regulatory requirements rather than proprietary tooling.

The business operates on a project-based professional services model with quote-based pricing that varies by property type, size, and testing scope. The go-to-market is sales-led and field-based, with customers reaching out via phone, email, or website contact forms for project-specific engagements. Delivery is handled by a team of 9 RESNET Certified HERS Raters and 4 Rating Field Inspectors, with geographic coverage achieved through inspectors traveling to project sites. Marketing relies on a content-rich website with 296+ municipality-specific landing pages for local SEO, supplemented by organic social presence and a strong referral network among Massachusetts builders. The company is privately held, operates as an LLC, and holds SDVOSB certification.

Name

Home Energy Raters

Legal name

Home Energy Raters, LLC

Website

https://www.energycodehelp.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2009

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Home Energy Raters provides HERS ratings, building performance testing, and energy code compliance consulting for Massachusetts homebuilders, architects, and developers, with 12,500+ ratings completed across 296+ Stretch Code municipalities since 2009.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Sagamore Beach

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. HERS Rating Services: Project-based professional services for HERS ratings, blower door testing, duct leakage testing, and building performance verification for residential construction compliance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Home Energy Raters is a Massachusetts-based professional services firm that delivers HERS ratings, building performance diagnostic testing (blower door, duct leakage, ventilation), and energy code compliance consulting for residential construction projects. The company pairs mandatory testing services (Stretch Code, Specialized Code, BERDO) with advisory and incentive assistance covering Mass Save rebates, 45L tax credits, Passive House and LEED verification, and AeroBarrier air sealing.

Product overview

Home Energy Raters operates as a services company offering a unified suite of building performance testing and energy code compliance services for homebuilders, architects, and developers in Massachusetts. The core offering centers on HERS Ratings — a mandatory requirement for Stretch Code compliance across 296 Massachusetts municipalities — supported by foundational diagnostic tests including Blower Door Testing, Duct Leakage Testing, and Ventilation Testing. The company pairs compliance testing with advisory services such as 2018 IECC & Stretch Code Compliance consulting, COMcheck & REScheck Reports, and BERDO Compliance. Above-code certification support spans Passive House Verification, LEED Verification, and Air Sealing (including AeroBarrier technology). Incentive assistance programs cover Mass Save financial incentives, EPACT 45L Tax Credits, Residential New Construction Program, Renovations & Additions Program, and Alternative Energy Credits for Air Source Heat Pumps. All services are delivered by a team of 9 RESNET Certified HERS Raters and 4 Rating Field Inspectors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• HERS Ratings Home Energy Rating System (HERS) ratings evaluate a home's energy performance. Certified HERS raters perform a series of tests to determine if a home meets energy code compliance and provide a HERS score. Required for Stretch Code compliance in Massachusetts municipalities.
• Blower Door Testing A diagnostic test that evaluates how leaky a house is by depressurizing the interior with a calibrated fan mounted in an exterior door frame. Measures air changes per hour (ACH) to determine compliance with energy codes.
• Duct Leakage Testing A diagnostic test that measures air leakage in HVAC ductwork by pressurizing or depressurizing the duct system with a calibrated fan. Results are expressed as CFM per square foot of floor area.
• Air Sealing (including AeroBarrier) Air sealing services to improve building envelope tightness, including AeroBarrier technology which uses an aerosolized water-based sealant to seal gaps from 1/2 inch down to the width of a human hair.
• 2018 IECC & Stretch Code Compliance Consulting Energy code compliance consulting to determine which code applies to a project (Base IECC, Stretch Code, or Specialized Code) and develop a compliance path that fits performance and budget goals.
• COMcheck & REScheck Reports Compliance verification software reports (COMcheck and REScheck) used to demonstrate that a building meets energy code requirements through prescriptive or performance-based methods.
• Passive House Verification Third-party verification services for Passive House certification, a rigorous above-code standard for energy-efficient building design requiring very low energy consumption for space heating and cooling.
• LEED Verification Verification services for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification, a green building rating system administered by the US Green Building Council.
• BERDO Compliance Boston's Building Energy Reporting and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) compliance services helping building owners meet reporting and performance requirements.
• Mass Save Incentives Assistance Assistance with Mass Save financial incentives for residential new construction and renovation projects, including applying for incentives and managing paperwork.
• EPACT 45L Tax Credit Certification Guidance and certification services for the EPACT 45L tax credit of up to $2,000 per qualified residential unit for homes demonstrating energy efficiency improvements over 2006 IECC standards.

Quantifiable outcome

• 12,500+ HERS Ratings completed successfully
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• RESNET (Residential Energy Services Network)coreTechnology or IntegrationAccreditation through RESNET provides authorization to issue official HERS Ratings. The company employs 9 RESNET Certified HERS Raters who perform ratings in accordance with RESNET standards.
• Mass SavecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAs a Mass Save partner, Home Energy Raters can apply for customer incentives and handles all paperwork for residential new construction and renovation projects.
• Building Performance Institute (BPI)coreTechnology or IntegrationBPI membership and certification provides industry-standard training and credentialing for building performance professionals.
• US Green Building Council (USGBC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership supports LEED certification services for projects requiring green building verification.
• Energy StarcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnership enables verification services for ENERGY STAR certified homes.
• AeroBarrier / New England Air BarrierstrategicTechnology or IntegrationOffers AeroBarrier envelope sealing technology as a complementary service for air sealing projects. AeroBarrier uses aerosolized water-based sealant for computer-controlled sealing.
• Habitat for HumanityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBuilder's Circle membership showing support for affordable housing construction.
• NESEA (Northeast Sustainable Energy Association)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMembership supports sustainable energy practices and professional development.
• Energy Raters of MassachusettsstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerState-level industry association for energy raters in Massachusetts, supporting professional standards and industry advocacy.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• EnergyLogic: EnergyLogic provides HERS ratings, blower door testing, duct leakage testing, and energy code compliance services for residential construction projects across multiple states, directly comparable to Home Energy Raters' core offering.
• MaGrann Associates: MaGrann Associates is a regional HERS rating and energy consulting firm serving homebuilders with similar testing, rating, and code compliance services to Home Energy Raters.
• Energy Inspectors: Energy Inspectors provides HERS ratings, Title 24 compliance, and energy consulting for residential construction, overlapping directly with Home Energy Raters' service portfolio in a different state.
• Performance Systems Development: Performance Systems Development is a building performance consulting firm offering HERS ratings, energy modeling, and code compliance services that closely mirror Home Energy Raters' offerings.
• Ciel Power: Ciel Power provides HERS ratings and energy code compliance services for residential homebuilders, serving as a direct peer in the same niche service category.

Emerging players

• Seventhwave: Seventhwave (formerly Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation) provides residential energy efficiency research and consulting, with overlap in code compliance and energy rating services.

Broad incumbents

• CLEAResult: CLEAResult operates large-scale energy efficiency programs across North America and acquired Conservation Services Group, offering broader energy services that intersect with Home Energy Raters' certification work.
• Franklin Energy: Franklin Energy is a national energy efficiency program designer and implementer serving utilities, with overlap in residential energy services and Mass Save-related programs.
• ICF: ICF is a large consulting firm with energy and building performance practices that include utility program implementation and energy code consulting, comparable at a broader scale.

Regional players

• HomeWorks Energy: HomeWorks Energy is a Massachusetts-based residential energy efficiency contractor participating in Mass Save programs, operating in the same geography as Home Energy Raters with partial service overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/HomeEnergyRaters.MA
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/home-energy-raters-llc/about
• Instagraminstagram.com/homeenergyraters

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Investors

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Investments

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