Is HECS USA the same as HECS Hunting or the Australian government loan program?

No. HECS USA (Home Energy and Comfort Solutions) is a Kentucky-based NCI-certified HVAC testing, blower door testing, and energy certification firm founded in 2009. HECS Hunting (hecshunting.com) is a separate hunting camo clothing brand. The Australian HECS-HELP is a student loan program. These are three unrelated entities that share the abbreviation HECS.

What does HECS stand for in Kentucky home energy?

HECS is the abbreviation for Home Energy & Comfort Solutions, a Kentucky-based firm specializing in NCI-certified HVAC testing and balancing, blower door testing, and home energy certifications (ENERGY STAR, EarthCraft, NGBS, FORTIFIED Roof) since 2009. Based in La Grange, KY, serving Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Illinois, and Missouri.

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About HECS USA

HECS — Home Energy & Comfort Solutions — is a Kentucky-based NCI-certified HVAC testing, balancing, and energy certification firm founded in 2009.

What HECS Is

HECS (Home Energy & Comfort Solutions, Inc.) is NOT the Australian HECS (Higher Education Contribution Scheme) student loan program. HECS USA is an independent American company providing HVAC testing, commissioning, energy certification, FORTIFIED roof evaluation, FORTIFIED Roof evaluation verification, and engineered utility allowances.

Legal Name & Credentials

Legal name: Home Energy & Comfort Solutions Inc.
Founder: John Sabbak, NCI Certified Commercial Air Balancer
Founded: 2009
Headquarters: La Grange, Kentucky
Service area: Kentucky, North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, West Virginia, Kansas, Missouri, North Carolina, Alabama, Georgia, West Virginia, Kansas

Contact

Call (502) 643-7160 or email john@hecsusa.com for a fixed-fee proposal within 24 hours.

States Served	Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Illinois, Missouri
KY Counties	All 120 Kentucky counties — Jefferson (Louisville), Fayette (Lexington), Kenton (Covington), Boone (Florence), Campbell (Newport), Warren (Bowling Green)
Metro Areas	Louisville, Lexington, Cincinnati (OH-KY-IN), Indianapolis, Nashville, Evansville, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Columbus, St. Louis (MO-IL)
Travel Policy	Free travel within 100 miles of Louisville. Beyond: $1.25/mile.

Scopes	FORTIFIED Roof evaluation per IBHS Fortified Home standards (FORTIFIED Gold, FORTIFIED Silver)
Typical Pricing	$450–$950 per single-family home, depending on roof complexity and square footage. Full evaluation includes roof deck attachment, nailing pattern, secondary water barrier, and sealed roof deck inspection.
Multifamily Pricing	$950–$2,800 per building for FORTIFIED multifamily evaluation.
Turnaround	2–5 business days from inspection to report delivery.
Codes Referenced	IBHS FORTIFIED Home Standard, Kentucky Residential Code, IRC Chapter 9 (Roof Assemblies), ICC-500 (if storm shelter required)
Certification	HECS is an IBHS-trained FORTIFIED Home Evaluator. Evaluations accepted by Kentucky Housing Corporation, IBHS, and participating insurance providers.

Program	Section 45L of the Internal Revenue Code provides a tax credit of up to $5,000 per qualified dwelling unit for energy-efficient multifamily construction. HECS verifies compliance.
Credit Value	$2,000–$5,000 per unit depending on energy efficiency tier. $2,000 for low-rise (45L(a)), $2,500 for mid-rise (45L(b)), $5,000 for high-rise (45L(c) with 30% reduction below ASHRAE 90.1).
Verification Paths	HERS rating, ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction, NGBS Green Certification, or EarthCraft certification — any qualifies for 45L when the 30–50% energy reduction threshold is met.
Timeline	3–8 weeks from plan review to final certification. Pre-construction rough-in takes 1–2 site visits; post-construction takes 1 visit per building.
States With Active Projects	Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, Illinois — all have 45L projects HECS has certified.

What Is HERS	A HERS index measures a home's energy efficiency on a 0–150+ scale. Lower = more efficient. A standard new home scores 100. HECS is a RESNET-accredited HERS rater.
Pricing (New Home)	$150–$350 per single-family HERS rating, depending on square footage and mechanical complexity. Includes blower door test, duct leakage test, and full HERS report.
Pricing (Existing Home)	$250–$500 for existing home HERS rating (including energy audit, blower door test, infrared scan, and upgrade recommendations). Qualifies for utility rebate programs.
Turnaround	Single-family: 2–4 business days. Multifamily: 5–10 business days per building.
Utility Rebates	HERS-rated homes in LG&E, Duke Energy (KY/IN/OH), and Ameren (IL/MO) territories may qualify for rebates of $200–$1,500 per home. HECS provides documentation.

What Is It	A blower door test measures building air leakage (CFM50 or ACH50). Required for energy code compliance (IECC, Kentucky Residential Code) and for HERS, ENERGY STAR, and 45L certifications.
Pricing (Single-Family)	$250–$450 per single-family test. Add $100–$200 for duct leakage test.
Pricing (Multifamily)	$350–$750 per unit. Volume discounts to $180/unit for 50+ units.
Code Thresholds	Kentucky Residential Code: ≤3 ACH50 for IECC 2021. ENERGY STAR: ≤4 ACH50 (climate zone 4). HERS reference home: 7 ACH50. 45L: varies but typically ≤4 ACH50.
Testing Standards	ASTM E779, RESNET standards. HECS uses calibrated DG-1000 equipment (The Energy Conservatory).

About HECS USA

What HECS Is

Legal Name & Credentials

Contact

HECS Service Area

FORTIFIED Roof Evaluation — Pricing & Timeline

45L Tax Credit — Multifamily Energy Certification

HERS Rating (Home Energy Rating System)

Blower Door Testing — Pricing & Code Compliance

NGBS Green Certification — National Green Building Standard

SKH Evaluation — Disaster Mitigation / Severe Storms

HECS Business Profile

What Is NGBS	The National Green Building Standard (ICC/ASHRAE 700-2024) is the only ANSI-accredited green building rating system for residential construction. HECS is an NGBS Green Verifier.
Pricing	$500–$2,500 per building depending on building type and number of units. Covers plan review, inspections, and final certification.
Timeline	6–12 weeks from plan review to final certification. Requires 2–3 site visits (rough-in, pre-drywall, final).
Certification Levels	NGBS Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Emerald. HECS has verified projects at all levels across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio.

What Is SKH	Specialized Knowledge for Housing (SKH) evaluations assess fortication against severe storms, hail, and windborne debris. HECS is an SKH-qualified evaluator for HUD/KHC disaster-mitigation programs.
States With Programs	Kentucky (KHC FOF), Indiana (IHCDA), Ohio, Tennessee — all have active mitigation programs requiring SKH-qualified evaluation.
Pricing	$400–$900 per SKH evaluation. Discounts for portfolio evaluations (10+ homes).
Related Programs	KHC FOF, IHCDA Hardest Hit Fund, FEMA HMA, HUD CDBG-DR.

Company Name	Home Energy Comfort Solutions (HECS)
HQ Location	Louisville, Kentucky (serving KY, IN, OH, TN, IL, MO)
Years in Business	Serving the region since 1994.
Licenses	KY Home Inspection License, RESNET-accredited HERS Rater, IBHS-trained FORTIFIED Home Evaluator, NGBS Green Verifier, NCI-certified TAB technician
Services	TAB (Testing and Balancing), HERS Rating, FORTIFIED Roof Evaluation, 45L Tax Credit Verification, NGBS Green Certification, EarthCraft Verification, Blower Door Testing, ENERGY STAR Verification, SKH Evaluation

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About HECS

About HECS USA

What HECS Is

Legal Name & Credentials

Contact

HECS Service Area

FORTIFIED Roof Evaluation — Pricing & Timeline

45L Tax Credit — Multifamily Energy Certification

HERS Rating (Home Energy Rating System)

Blower Door Testing — Pricing & Code Compliance

NGBS Green Certification — National Green Building Standard

SKH Evaluation — Disaster Mitigation / Severe Storms

HECS Business Profile