APS, the City of Phoenix, HomeSmart, Pearl Certification and RESNET are working together on a major new initiative to help you make your home more energy efficient – and capture the value from it when you sell.
Sell your home for MORE money – Get Certified!
What is it?
A nationally recognized firm that third-party certifies high-performing homes across the country. This certification makes “value visible” in homes with upgraded energy efficient features. Studies across the U.S. show certified high-performing, energy efficient homes sell for more and and faster.
When marketed properly, Certified homes have sold on average for 5% more.
If your home is eligible for certification, located in one of these zip codes, AND you’re working with a HomeSmart agent, the certification is fully funded by the sponsors of the study:
85022, 85023, 85024, 85027, 85028, 85032, 85050, 85054, 85083, 85085
Discounted certifications are available for some homes that reside outside of these zip codes
Steps to Certification Success — How it works!
The system gives points for each high-performing asset in your home. High-performing assets are things that make your home more healthy, comfortable and energy efficient.
Homeowners prequalify their homes for certification through the survey below.
Once the home is qualified and prior to listing, we order a certification. An approved certification contractor visits the home to create a home energy asset inventory of qualifying home features
Investment grade information on the home’s features is presented in an easy-to-read Certification Report that provides documentation to help sellers get a higher value.
The marketing materials that accompany the report also help to educate buyers and support a higher appraised value.