By submitting a New Project to HERS Energy Raters LLC (aka HERS LLC) via this website (actual PDF of building plans to be sent by Builder/Homeowner in a separate email to tom@HERSenergy.net), Builder/Homeowner agrees to pay HERS LLC for its services as a Home Energy Rating company performing Home Energy Rating related energy modeling and testing services for code compliance purposes.

Builder/Homeowner acknowledges that HERS LLC's receipt of plans sent by Builder initiates the full scope of services to be provided by HERS LLC and the sending of initial energy modeling or permitting paperwork to Builder by HERS LLC further constitutes acceptance of these payment terms and conditions.

Builder/Homeowner acknowledges that the HERS rating process involves three distinct steps:

1) a PRELIMINARY HERS RATING which outlines the specifications to meet the maximum allowable HERS score per the energy code and which is to be used for permitting,

2) a MIDPOINT SITE INSPECTION designed to inspect insulation and air sealing as well as verify mechanical systems, windows, and hot water systems, and

3) a FINAL SITE INSPECTION with energy code testing (i.e blower door, continuous mechanical ventilation) as required to meet HERS and produce a final HERS rating for the Certificate of Occupancy.

The Builder/Homeowner shall be subject to extra charges if the specifications are changed such that a new analysis is required, or if there are deficiencies in construction that lead to failed tests and a HERS score that exceeds the maximum allowable.