In today’s economy, should I become a HERS Rater or a BPI Building Analyst?
When people are building and moving into new homes, there will be more work for HERS Raters, when the construction industry is slowed down, and people are remaining in and fixing up their existing homes, there will be more work for Building Analysts. It is a great idea to have both certifications. Not only does this give you well-rounded knowledge of what is happening with energy and moisture in a house, but also brings health and safety and lifestyle aspects into your analysis toolkit. Having both certifications can smooth out the fluctuations in the construction industry and widen your potential client base. However, if you must choose one of the other, we recommend that if you plan to focus on new construction, you become certified as a HERS Rater and if you plan to focus on existing homes, you become certified as a Building Analyst.
