Multifamily Building Services Fannie Mae Green loans are secured by multifamily properties that are targeting an overall energy reduction through retrofitting existing buildings. Energy saving measures can be implemented during a planned renovation or can be developed during initial energy auditing that is available as a feature of the loan. Most importantly, there is great value to improving energy efficiency to not only decrease the load on the environment, but also to the residents of the property by adding comfort and lower energy costs. Investors like the loans too because they improve the value of the property and costs are offset by loan incentives. | Our Qualifications
As Building Analysts, the designation indicates that Hometrust is properly qualified to evaluate uncontrolled air leakage into and out of a building and identify heating and cooling problems that can lead to high bills and uncomfortable living spaces. As Envelope Professionals, we can then properly interpret the data and assessments of the building and prescribe improvements to tighten the building envelope (shell), stop uncontrolled air leakage and optimize comfort, durability and HVAC performance. | Quick Mobilization - Contact
Understanding the proper testing procedure, finding the areas of greatest opportunity and interpreting all of the results is time consuming and we can take that of your plate because we get it! We can answer your important questions, help you figure out what needs to be done and make recommendations for a successful pathway towards achieving both energy efficiency goals as well as financial goals. |
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Why You Need a BPI Contractor BPI contractors have made a commitment to make buildings more efficient, resilient and healthy residential buildings by following principles based in science. This aligns with Sallie Mae's Green Mission and will be important for the health and comfort of residents. Certified Building Analysts and Envelope Professionals will find issues that are hidden in plain sight to some of the best home inspectors, window contractors and electricians. Without proper training, field experience and additional resources specific to the building performance industry, there will be virtually no way to achieve results. When you hire a BPI Certified company you can feel confident that you are dealing with a firm that will provide the best possible solutions to determine a pathway for meeting the required reduction in energy use and we arrive at conclusions through testing and proper investigation. | The Three Documents 1. An energy audit called the High Performance Building Report should have been completed before the closing date on the property. The report describes the Energy and Water Efficiency Measures (EWEMs) that must be completed within one year of closing and it also can serve as a guide to the other opportunities that exist when future projects are started. 2. An excel file, Form 4099.H accompanies the High Performance Building Report. This document quantifies the historical energy and water usage for the property as well as the projected energy, water and cost savings for all of the recommended EWEMs. 3. The Schedule 6 to the Loan Agreement is the third document and this is the list of EWEMs that have been committed to at loan closing and it stipulates the exact date by which the work must be completed. TIP: The EWEMs listed in the Schedule 6 should match the items marked "yes" on the excel file Form 4099.H. | Best Practices - Initial Steps Once the loan closes and all of the documents have been finalized, the next step is executing the proposed planned measures. Building performance improvements are contingent on measurable results. Test-in and test-out plans must be included in the timeline.. 1. Find a BPI Certified Contractor with Building Analyst and Envelope Professional designations that you feel comfortable with and someone that is willing to help educate you on the process and methods if you would like to know. 2. Coordinate with the on-property supervisor for the firm to send a technician to see the property and how the agreed upon measures match up to initial assessments. It is good to try and catch any errors or possible missed opportunities early on in the process. 3. Test-in is a great way to truly determine the feasibility of the prescribed measures at the time of the initial audit. Results will require an experienced firm to interpret data accurately and prepare testing scenarios that are of a wide sampling but all under similar conditions for accuracy. |
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Since 2006, our team has conducted over five thousand in-home evaluations for Maryland building owners including: *In-depth home energy audits We are licensed in Maryland and we are certified in two core building science energy courses through the Building Performance Institute (BPI). As certified Building Analysts, we can evaluate uncontrolled air leakage into and out of a home and identify heating and cooling problems that lead to high bills and uncomfortable living spaces. As certified Envelope Professionals, we have proven that we can accurately prescribe cost effective measures to tighten the "shell" around any style home in Maryland. |
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Our mission is to help Maryland homeowners create a more comfortable home and save energy. We achieve this by applying building science principles and modern air sealing and insulating techniques.
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An Energy Auditor's Purpose
"Energy auditors visit residential buildings and talk to owners and residents. They inspect, test, and measure to decide what energy-efficient retrofits are practical and cost-effective." Residential Energy