Navigating Uncertainty in Homebuilding

Uncertainty Reigns, Solutions Await

Challenges, Innovations, and the Path Forward in a Shifting Market Published March 14, 2025 False Start Though any of us who’ve lived in Colorado for more than a season know, it may seem Spring has sprung, but we know better. Don’t we? Gripped by Uncertainty I know many of us are waiting for Spring or at least a thaw in building. … Read More

Xcel Residential New Homes Rebates Increased to $20k Per House

New Xcel Residential New Home Construction Program Offers Bigger Incentives, But Requires Builders to Navigate New Processes Published March 14, 2025 Meet Xcel Energy’s New Rebate Program Xcel Energy has offered builder rebates under their ENERGY STAR New Homes Program for many years. The gist of this program was to rebate a little money to a lot of builders who were … Read More

Wildhorse Townhomes Earn LEED Certification

High Performance Living

Boulder Creek Neighborhoods’ Denver Community Showcases Energy Efficiency and Sustainability Published March 14, 2025 Partnering for Sustainable Success EnergyLogic was honored to partner with Boulder Creek Neighborhoods on their Wildhorse Townhome Project in Denver. This beautiful, energy-efficient, sustainable community was certified under the ENERGY STAR New Homes and Indoor airPLUS programs.Achieving High-Performance Certifications In addition, it achieved LEED Certification. EnergyLogic provided all … Read More

HVAC Refrigerant Changes Coming

New Mandate - New Changes

What HVAC Professionals Need to Know About Their Impact on Manual JDS and ENERGY STAR  Published January 13, 2025 The EPA Mandate: Phase-Out of R-410A Refrigerant In 2025, the HVAC industry will be phasing out R -410A refrigerant and replacing it with more environmentally friendly refrigerant to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This change is mandated by the EPA effective January 1, … Read More

New Life for Presbyterian Manor Senior Living

Sustainable Rennovation

Sustainable Renovation in Boulder Showcases Energy-Efficient, Healthy, and Resilient Design Published January 13, 2025 Establishing a Model for Legacy Renovation The mission of this project was to create a benchmark for legacy renovations, giving the existing Presbyterian Manor Senior Living facility another 50+ years in its life cycle. This effort strived to guarantee the continued availability of affordable housing for … Read More

2024 Year in Review

2024 - a look back

Advancing Energy Efficiency, Streamlining Processes, and Driving Success Published January 13, 2025 EnergyLogic’s Impact As 2024 wraps up, EnergyLogic is looking back at how we helped our building partners meet their energy-efficiency goals, streamline their construction processes, and maximize their rebates. Through our inspections and certification services, we’ve helped clients tackle building codes and certifications while offering tips to improve their … Read More

Gauging Interest in 3D Duct Design

Enhanced HVAC Design

Enhancing HVAC Design Consistency and Quality with EnergyLogic’s Expertise: From Detailed Design to On-Site Verification Published October 30, 2024 Establishing Quality and Consistency EnergyLogic launched our HVAC Design Services years ago to address the issue of providing consistent quality HVAC designs. This allows builders to be confident designs are done well, provide a single design for competitive bidding to HVAC installers, … Read More

What Does it Really Cost to Get to ENERGY STAR v3.2

The cost of ENERGY STAR v3.2 Compliance

What Builders Need to Know About the New Requirements Published August 30, 2024 The Ever-Changing World of Energy Compliance One of the challenges for builders in energy compliance is keeping track of the never-ending changes in code, programs, and rebates. As soon as you adapt to the 2021 IECC, here comes the 2024 IECC. Once you understand how to get … Read More

Why Working with a Quality HERS Rater Matters

Building Better Together

How Skilled HERS Raters Enhance Quality, Compliance, and Sustainability in Construction Published August 30, 2024 More Than Just Energy Ratings Though we’ve been around for quite a while now, HERS® Raters are still a pretty new part of the construction ecosystem. As such, many people don’t really know or understand what we do. Here’s a list, possibly not comprehensive of … Read More

EnergyLogic Partners with Habitat for Humanity on New Community

Energizing Hope

Transforming Northern Colorado with Sustainable, Affordable Housing and Innovative Construction in New Hope Springs Community Published June 27, 2024 A Partnership for Affordable and Comfortable Living EnergyLogic is extremely excited to partner with the Greeley-Weld chapter of Habitat for Humanity on their Hope Springs Community. Hope Springs, a vacant greenfield property in Greeley and adjacent to the City of Evans … Read More