The Way to Build a Home!

Today’s new homes are much more efficient in comparison to homes built just a decade ago. These homes are more affordable to maintain, comfortable and have a higher value.

With home energy costs skyrocketing day after day, it only makes sense to find out how energy efficient a home really is. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that houses built in line with today’s energy code use 45% less energy than older existing homes.

At Taylor Homes, we are building new homes that use:

·         45% less energy than Existing homes

·         15% less energy than Standard new homes.

·         FREE to you—it’s a Standard Feature at Taylor Homes!

What is the HERS index?

The RESNET HERS Index is the industry standard by which a home’s energy efficiency is measured. The HERS or Home Energy Rating System was developed by RESNET and is the nationally recognized system for inspecting and calculating a home’s energy performance. Certified RESNET Home Energy Raters conduct inspections to verify a home’s energy performance and determine what improvements can be made to increase it.                  

The LOWER the HERS index the more energy efficient a home is.  

At Taylor Homes, our index number is set at a minimum of 85, meaning…

 Lower energy costs for YOU, the Taylor Homes homeowner.

What the numbers really mean…

A standard new home is awarded a rating of 100 on the HERS Index. The lower a home rates the more energy efficient it is. Therefore, a new Taylor home rating of 85 on the HERS Index is 15% more efficient than the Standard new home and a rating of 130 on existing homes is 45% less efficient than a new Taylor home!  ( = Money in YOUR pocket)