As both energy costs and environmental awareness rise, energy-efficient "green" homes are becoming more and more popular. MoveInCertified.com's Green Certification program can help you enter into this new market with an edge. To determine if your home qualifies, follow these simple instructions:
- Print a copy of the MoveInCertified.com Green Certified Checklist (may take a few moments to load)
- Go through the worksheet and attempt the answer each question listed in the OBSERVATION column to the best of your knowledge. If you don't understand a question are are unsure about it, don't worry--this step is simply an initial assessment to determine whether you're ready to have your home independently evaluated.
- Tally your answers to pages 1-3 (adding the values of the POINTS column together) in the provided space labeled FINAL RESULTS on page 3.
If your results are close to the required levels listed in the FINAL RESULTS section on page 3:
- Contact a local InterNACHI inspector to come to your home and visually inspect it. This independent verification is a required part of the certification process. The inspector will then submit an application on your behalf, and (assuming your home qualifies) you will receive a printed certificate within 4-5 days. You can use this certificate to advertise your home as Green Certified.
- Green Certified inspection fees will vary by inspector, and are likely to range from $250-$500. This is the only fee associated with the certification (you will not be billed by MoveInCertified.com).
If your results make it clear that your home won't qualify for certification:
Consider upgrading areas of your home; you can use the checklist as a guide.
