Hudson, MA · Middlesex County
Energy Audits & HERS Ratings in Hudson, MA
BCI Pro Energy measures how your Hudson home or building really performs, then gives you a clear, prioritized plan.
Why BCI Group
Energy assessments and HERS ratings in Hudson
Guessing where a home loses energy wastes money. A blower door test measures how leaky the building is, and thermal imaging shows where the leaks are, so every dollar you spend on upgrades in Hudson goes where it counts.
For multifamily buildings, we test and rate units and help owners see where heat is lost between them.
Being close to Westborough means our crews know Hudson well and can schedule quickly.
- Prioritized upgrade recommendations
- Thermal imaging to find hidden leaks
- Testing before and after upgrades
- Plain-language written reports
Applications
How BCI Pro Energy helps Hudson properties
These are the energy services Hudson homeowners and builders ask for most.
Blower door testing
Measures how much air leaks through the building shell.
Plan review for builders
Early modeling to choose cost-effective assemblies.
Before and after testing
Proof that air sealing and insulation made a difference.Local homes
Know your Hudson home
Hudson has a compact downtown with older single- and two-family homes, plus mid-century and newer single-family neighborhoods.
Hudson grew along the Assabet River, and its compact downtown is surrounded by older single- and two-family homes, with newer neighborhoods toward Lake Boon and the Marlborough line. Lake-area homes converted from seasonal cottages often need insulation brought up to year-round standards.
In western Middlesex County, many homes were built during the post-war and 1980s building booms, and their original insulation has settled over the decades.
Hudson at a glance
- Region
- MetroWest
- County
- Middlesex County
- Climate zone
- 5A
- From our Westborough office
- Under 15 miles
- Efficiency program
- Mass Save®
Recommended plan
How we would assess a typical two- or three-family home in Hudson
Test each unit
Blower door tests show which units leak the most.
Scan the shell
Thermal imaging finds leaks between units and at the roof.
Prioritize upgrades
We rank upgrades by cost and impact.
Re-test
Testing after the work confirms the results.
For new homes, HERS ratings and blower door tests are part of meeting the Massachusetts energy code.
Climate, code & rebates
Insulation targets and incentives in Hudson
Climate & code
Climate zone 5A targets
In climate zone 5A, which includes Hudson, recommended attic levels are R-49 to R-60, well above what most homes built before the 1980s were given. New construction and major renovations in Massachusetts follow the state energy code, and many towns have adopted the stricter Stretch or Specialized codes.
Incentives
Mass Save® in Massachusetts
Massachusetts homeowners can start with a no-cost Mass Save® Home Energy Assessment, which can lead to incentives for insulation and air sealing. As a Mass Save® partner, BCI Group helps you through the program steps.
About Mass Save® →How it works
How an energy assessment works in Hudson
- 01
Plan review
For new homes, we model the design early.
- 02
Inspection
We check insulation and air sealing before drywall.
- 03
Final tests
Blower door and duct leakage tests at completion.
- 04
Rating
You receive the HERS rating and documents.
Pricing
What affects the cost of testing and ratings in Hudson
HERS ratings are priced by project, and we can bundle plan review, inspections and testing.
- Size and type of the home
- Re-testing after upgrades
- Mass Save® eligibility
- Pre-drywall inspections
- Tests needed
Our work
Energy assessments in action
FAQ
Energy Audits & HERS questions in Hudson, MA
Do I need to prepare?
Clear access to the attic, basement and heating system and close windows before the test.
What is duct leakage testing?
A test that measures air leaking from heating and cooling ducts, often required for new homes.
When should a builder call a HERS rater?
At plan review, before construction. Early modeling helps choose cost-effective insulation, windows and systems.
Do you test multifamily buildings?
Yes. We test and rate single-family and multifamily projects.
What is a HERS rating in Hudson?
A Home Energy Rating System score that measures a home's energy performance. Lower is better, and many new homes in Massachusetts use it to show code compliance.
Are your raters certified?
Yes. Our HERS raters are certified and work in-house at BCI Group.
How soon can you start a energy assessment in Hudson?
Hudson is close to our Westborough, MA office, so estimates are usually easy to schedule. You'll get a start date with your written quote.
Do you also work in towns near Hudson?
Yes. Besides Hudson, we serve nearby communities such as Marlborough, Northborough and Southborough, along with the rest of Middlesex County.
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