DATA-DRIVEN SOLUTIONS
​for  BUILDING PERFORMANCE

WHO DO WE HELP?

Home Builders

HERS Ratings & Compliance Testing Services. Contract rates may apply.

HERS RATINGS

HVAC Companies

Duct & Mechanical Systems Testing Services. Contract rates may apply.

CODE COMPLIANCE

Home Owners

Home Energy Audits - a great way to identify energy saving projects.

Energy audits

About FES

Founded in 2013, FES is a customer-focused performance contractor and consultant, promoting and developing high performance new residences and existing homes.
​We advise home owners, builders and lending institutions on high performance energy and water conservation strategies in an effort of increase awareness of performance features and how they can support efficiency in homes in San Antonio and the surrounding area.    

Services

• HERS Ratings
• Energy Testing and Diagnostics
• ​Source Hydropanels
• Indow® Inserts
• Solar Projects
• Mechanical Design and Review
• Commercial Testing and Analysis
• Green Building Certifications, Energy Star, Code Compliance and RESNET

Here are just a few areas where we can help:

Energy Efficiency Testing & Solutions

Credits & Rebates

We're here to help you get the most bang for your buck for every dollar spent on improvements. We know which projects have the fastest ROI! ​

Energy Audits

FES performs complete building diagnostics in order to identify retrofit projects that will guarantee the fastest return on your investment.

Code Compliance

IECC 2015 Code states that new homes in San Antonio must have mechanical and envelope testing, and pass stricter requirements for energy usage.

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perfect water for every person, every place

Each 4' x 8' array contains two panels, and holds 60 liters of water in a tank that mineralizes and keeps water clean for optimal taste and health.
The water can be delivered to a tap, fridge, or wall-mounted dispenser from a pump at 80 psi. Source Hydropanels are a fully off-grid solution, powered by a solar panel and a small battery.

GET YOURS

What is a HERS Rating:

The HERS Rating measures a home's energy efficiency. It is the most in-depth, energy efficiency inspection that can be performed on a home today. 

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Reasons Home Owners Get a ​HERS Rating:

• Using a Texas Vet Loan
• Want to obtain utility rebates
• Want to obtain Energy Star Certification​
• Selling a home and want to command a higher sale price
• Buying a home and want an accurate idea of energy usage / retrofit project cost

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HERS Ratings: Builders

Now that all of San Antonio is adhering to the more strict 2015 code, set yourself and your homes apart with a HERS Rating on every home you build. We'll provide estimated utility bills for your homebuyers, too!
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HERS Rated homes are better!

CONTACT FES

CONSULTING SERVICES INCLUDE:

High Performance Product Inclusion
Mechanical Testing and Diagnostics
Green Building Standards: HERS Ratings,
​Energy Star, Passive Haus
Development of Water Collection Systems
Development of Solar Inclusion
Building Simulation REM/rate, IC3, REScheck, eQuest
Plan Review for Energy Code Compliance

John Owens

Owner, HERS Rater

For more than twelve years, John has assisted private builders, developers, government agencies and home owners in their energy conservation strategies.

Email John

Sarah Owens

Marketing / Design + Sales

Sarah has been a graphic designer for 17 years, and has been a part of FES since its start in 2013. She develops FES advertising and web presence, and assists with sales and audits.

Email Sarah