BetterBuiltNW June 2025 Newsletter

Raters: The secret ingredient to high-performance homes

Lori Sanders, owner of Energy Incentives, Inc., and other Raters help new homes meet and exceed state energy code requirements to achieve a higher standard of performance. Raters perform tests and inspections that are crucial for successful construction projects and are equipped to play a much bigger role in the high-performance construction industry. Read on to learn how Raters, such as Sanders, can help builders deliver even stronger results in new homes as a high-performance building coach. Learn more.

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT 

Must-read content from past newsletters just in case you missed it. 

• Learn Strategies for Satisfying 2021 WSEC-R Additional Energy Efficiency Requirements

High-Performance Home News

Every month, BetterBuiltNW highlights news articles and other media to keep builders and Raters/verifiers informed about key industry updates, program changes, and other features.

RESNET®

• Why Should HERS® Raters, RFIs Become ICC IECC/HERS Compliance Specialists

Energy & Environmental Building Alliance

• Exponential Growth for the Zero Energy Ready Home Program
  

Energy Vanguard

• High-Efficiency Filtration Essentials

PROBUILDER

• Design Best Practices for Stronger, More Durable New Homes