WaterSense Labeled Homes
WaterSense Labeled Homes: The Basics
Green building has grown from a niche market to a savvy business strategy. WaterSense labeled homes meet consumers’ demand for a whole-house solution to help them save water, energy, and money while maintaining a high level of performance. Some of the benefits of WaterSense labeled homes include:
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Faster Hot Water—Efficient plumbing distribution systems get hot water to the tap faster, so you waste less time, water, and energy. ► Learn more about Hot Water Distribution Product and System Design Solutions.
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Savings that Perform—WaterSense labeled fixtures are independently certified to use less water and perform as well or better than standard models.
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Peace of Mind—Trained professionals conduct independent inspections to ensure that WaterSense labeled homes meet EPA’s criteria, so you can be sure the homes perform well and save water.
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Outdoor Ease—High-performing landscapes are designed to be low-maintenance and water-efficient without sacrificing curb appeal. WaterSense labeled irrigation controllers help homeowners water smarter. ► Learn more about Landscape Design and Irrigation Solutions.
What's in a WaterSense Labeled Home?
All WaterSense labeled homes are inspected and certified to meet EPA’s indoor and outdoor water efficiency criteria. Verifiers verify:
* If included with the home at time of purchase
Indoor Criteria: |
Outdoor Criteria: |
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Leaks
Service Pressure
Hot Water Delivery
Plumbing Fixtures
Dishwashers and Clothes Washers*
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Landscape Design
Irrigation System*
Pools and Spas*
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Ready to Get Started?
Adding the WaterSense label—an independent certification for both savings and performance—helps assure home buyers in a competitive market where third-party certifications matter and consumers are looking for a choice in efficient homes. You can open the door to savings with WaterSense labeled homes. Here’s how:
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Partner with WaterSense: Partnership is free and required for any builder who wants to earn the WaterSense label. Join with WaterSense.
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Collaborate with Your Team: Work with your trades, vendors, and verifiers or inspectors to make sure your home will meet the WaterSense specification. WaterSense provides more resources to help, such as our in-depth Builder Resource Manual(75 pp, 1.58 MB, About PDF).
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Build, Get Inspected, and Earn the Label Discuss WaterSense with your existing energy raters and providers—they might already be able to provide technical assistance, plan your inspection, and help you get the home certified to earn the WaterSense label. Learn more about the benefits of certification and inpection.
Learn more about verifying your home under Version 1.3 of the Home Certification System and upcoming revisions to the WaterSense labeled homes specification.