Four Simple Steps to Your Home Energy Score
Find an Assessor
Locate a certified assessor serving your area using our assessor search tool and let them know you would like a score through the HES California program.
Schedule a Home Walk-Through
An assessor will perform a thorough eveluation of the interior and exterior of yhour home, including any attic or crawlspaces. Most visits take 45-90 minutes.
Get Your Score
Receive a 1-10 rating based on your home’s efficiency.
Use Your Score
Review recommendations to improve comfort, manage energy use, and plan cost effective upgrades.
Ready to Understand Your Home’s Energy Use?
What to Expect
A certified Home Energy Score Assessor conducts a short walk-through of your home and collects information about:
Insulation
Windows and doors
Air sealing and ductwork
Heating and cooling systems
Water heating
Your score is calculated using the Department of Energy’s standardized scoring tool.
What You’ll Receive
Your Home Energy Score includes:
A 1-10 energy efficiency score
Clear facts about your home’s current energy use, including cost and greenhouse gas emissions estimates
Personalized recommendations to improve comfort and efficiency
Guidance on upgrades that can help manage energy costs
In some areas, you may also learn about rebates or incentives that can help make upgrades more affordable.
Get a Home Energy Score from a Certified Assessor Near You.