HERS Rater Rating Standards & Compliance 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does RESNET stand for in the HERS rating system?
- Residential Energy Support Network
- Renewable Energy Solutions Network
- Residential Energy Services Network (Correct answer)
- Regulatory Energy Standards Network
Correct answer: Residential Energy Services Network
RESNET stands for Residential Energy Services Network and establishes standards for home energy ratings.
Question 2: What is the HERS Index baseline score for a standard new home?
- 0
- 50
- 100 (Correct answer)
- 150
Correct answer: 100
A standard new home built to 2006 IECC standards receives a HERS Index Score of 100.
Question 3: What does a HERS score of 0 indicate?
- The house is not rated
- Minimal energy efficiency
- Net-zero energy usage (Correct answer)
- Below code compliance
Correct answer: Net-zero energy usage
A HERS score of 0 indicates a net-zero energy home, which produces as much energy as it consumes.
Question 4: Which code is often referenced in HERS ratings for compliance?
- IFC
- NEC
- IECC (Correct answer)
- IRC
Correct answer: IECC
The International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is commonly referenced for energy efficiency compliance in HERS ratings.
Question 5: Why is third-party verification important in HERS ratings?
- Reduces time needed for inspections
- Allows flexible standards
- Ensures accurate and unbiased results (Correct answer)
- Limits contractor responsibility
Correct answer: Ensures accurate and unbiased results
Third-party verification ensures objectivity and accuracy in energy rating assessments and compliance.
Question 6: Which of the following is a RESNET-accredited rating system?
- HERS (Correct answer)
- ASHRAE
- IECC
- LEED
Correct answer: HERS
HERS (Home Energy Rating System) is the standard rating system used under RESNET accreditation.
HERS Rater Rating Standards & Compliance 1
What does RESNET stand for in the HERS rating system?