We get calls every day asking for an energy audit. When it comes to assessing the energy consumption of your home, it’s important to understand the distinctions between a home energy audit and a Bend Home Energy Score. While both evaluations aim to enhance energy efficiency and identify potential areas for improvement, they differ in … Read more

As Bend prepares to launch its mandatory Home Energy Score policy on July 1st, homebuyers in the area may find themselves navigating unfamiliar territory. Understanding how to interpret and use the information provided by the Home Energy Score can assist buyers in making informed decisions. With over 4,000 homes scored in Oregon, A Quality Measurement … Read more

Bend is starting its mandatory Home Energy Score policy, which goes into effect on July 1st. The primary goal behind this policy is to support Bend’s climate action plan. While the Home Energy Score encourages energy-saving conversations and home improvements, it’s worth noting that these upgrades can also contribute to a healthier indoor living environment … Read more

Mandatory Home Energy Scores are coming to Bend in July.  As a Certified Residential Appraiser, Oregon Certified Home Energy Assessor, Owner of A Quality Measurement, and Earth Advantage Approved Trainer, I have witnessed the impact of the Home Energy Score on the real estate market in Portland. When the score was introduced, I was worried … Read more

Are you looking to hire a Bend Home Energy Assessor to obtain a required Bend Home Energy Score but not sure what the assessor will do when they come to your home?  Do you want to know how long it will take and what the assessor will be looking at? This blog should help answer … Read more

As of July 1st, 2023, Bend has implemented a mandatory Home Energy Score (HES) program for homes publicly listed for sale. This program aims to provide potential buyers with information about a home’s energy consumption.  However, the prospect of receiving a low HES score may cause anxiety for Bend residents planning to sell and their … Read more

Many homeowners may wonder why the City of Bend implemented the Home Energy Score requirement for residential homes listed for sale. It’s because the city has a climate action plan, and the Home Energy Score is just one small piece of that plan.  A Quality Measurement has performed over 4,000 Home Energy Scores and we … Read more

If you’re planning on selling your home in Bend, Oregon after July 1st of 2023, you’ll need to arrange for a home energy assessment or Home Energy Score from an authorized Oregon Home Energy Assessor. To help you navigate this process, we’ve put together a guide on how to find a Bend Home Energy Assessor. … Read more

As a homeowner in Bend, Oregon, you may be wondering if you need a Bend Home Energy Score under the City of Bend’s Home Energy Score Requirement starting July 1st, 2023. At A Quality Measurement, we are authorized Home Energy Assessors in Bend and are here to help answer this common question in three simple … Read more

Have you ever wondered what factors determine a Home Energy Score? A Home Energy Score is a rating system that assesses a home’s energy consumption (not efficiency) on a scale of 1 to 10. The higher the score, the less energy the home uses. To help you understand what affects a home’s energy consumption, we … Read more