DOE Builders Challenge

Choosing a new home is all about making the right decisions for you and your loved ones — selecting a neighborhood, a high-quality builder, and the features you value. You compare, ask questions, and make informed decisions about what matters most to you. But what about energy? Today, more and more buyers value energy efficiency in their new homes – as a way to control their energy bills, reduce carbon emissions, and help preserve our natural environment. Yet, until now, there has been no easy way to compare the energy performance of different homes.

That is where the EnergySmart Home Scale (E-Scale) comes in. Brought to you by the U.S. Department of Energy, the E-Scale lets you compare the energy performance of homes on the market, simply by comparing a number rating. And like your car’s MPG, it is a number worth knowing a number that can put you in control of your energy future.