Earth Advantage

Single-Family Home Certifications

We understand that different projects have different needs, and that certain building certifications may be better suited to certain projects. That's why we offer administration and consulting for multiple certification programs. Our expert green building consultants help you identify the best program for your project, and walk you through the process every step of the way to ensure you get the results you need.

Offered Programs

Earth Advantage Certification

Earth Advantage Certification
LEED for Homes Certification

LEED for Homes Certification
PHIUS + Field Verification

PHIUS + Field Verification
ETO Utility Incentive Package

ETO Utility Incentive Package
EPA ENERGY STAR New Homes Certification

EPA ENERGY STAR New Homes Certification
EPA Indoor Airplus Certification

EPA Indoor Airplus Certification
EPA Watersense / HERS H20

EPA Watersense / HERS H20
RESNET HERS

RESNET HERS
U.S. DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes (ZERH) Single Family Version 2

U.S. DOE Zero Energy Ready Homes (ZERH) Single Family Version 2
Contact our team for information on specific programs

Contact our team for information on specific programs

Providerships

RESNET HERS

RESNET HERS
LEED for Homes

LEED for Homes

Earth Advantage is an approved provider for both RESNET and LEED for Homes. If you are a rater looking for a provider for either of these programs please contact Marc Cregeur for RESNET or Eric Foley for LEED. 
 

The Certification Process

All Earth Advantage administered certification programs begin with a kick-off meeting to review and plan for the measures that will need to be completed for your project to earn certification. Projects then undergo a series of inspections to verify that all measures have been properly implemented. Finally, we'll review any energy modeling required by the program and issue the final reports needed to obtain final certification.


Additional Services

Energy Bill Guarantee 

We’re confident that Earth Advantage certified homes will save your clients money on their energy bills. With our Energy Bill Guarantee program, we’ll reimburse homeowners for the cost of energy use beyond that estimated by the home’s energy modeling for up to three years. Homeowners can submit a claim here. 
 

Duct Leakage Testing

We offer testing to determine the air tightness of a home’s air distribution system for ducts in both conditioned and unconditioned space. Tests use either a duct blaster machine or a blower door depending on the location of the ducts.

Thermal Imaging

Our staff can use thermal imaging cameras to identify insulation and air sealing gaps in the building envelope that could lead to heat loss and moisture problems.
 

Builder & Trade Partner Training

Our team can provide onsite training and guidance as needed during inspections to help ensure compliance with green building certification programs. We’re also available to provide in-depth training for builders, developers, and subcontractors on building science concepts, green building concepts, and energy efficiency measures.

HVAC Design

We can provide space conditioning equipment and duct layout designs based on the ACCA Manual J, D & S standards.
 

Additional Energy Modeling

Our team can provide energy modeling during  project’s design stage in order to determine the best path towards compliance for a given program or incentive. We can provide models for: 
  • RESNET Home Energy Rating System (HERS)
  • 45L Federal Tax Credit
  • State energy code compliance
  • LEED, Earth Advantage and Energy Star certification programs

 

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Portland area team


Central Oregon area team

Earth Advantage

151 SW 1st Avenue
Suite 300
Portland, OR 97204

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