Clean Energy InitiativeHome Performance with ENERGY STAR® Contractor Testimonials
See what contractors are saying about Home Performance with ENERGY STAR®
Dick Kornbluth, EnTherm, Inc.
Syracuse, NY
When George Spohr of The Central New York Business Journal asked Dick Kornbluth of EnTherm, Inc., “Over the past few years, your company has been growing at annual rates of 20 to 25 percent; why the spike and how are you doing that?” Dick Kornbluth responded, “Our recent growth has occurred through expanding our services and taking advantage of the increased public awareness of the need for treating the whole house. This increased awareness was generated through the New York Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program.” Kornbluth explains this program offers financing incentives for homeowners who have comprehensive energy conservation improvements done by contractors certified by the Building Performance Institute, a national certification and standards setting organization. “Demand for our services has also been spurred by increasing energy costs combined with recent severe winters.” EnTherm, Inc. received New York Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Outstanding Achievement in Home Performance Contracting award in 2002 and 2003.
Darren Hughes, Hughesco (Green Homes America)
Buffalo, New York
“Home Performance with ENERGY STAR was the best thing that happened to my business. I've expanded my crews and business three-fold, and now do both insulation and HVAC work. With the diagnostic tools used to assess homes, my customers are impressed with the level of professionalism and knowledge…I have no problem selling a job because I'm providing the best options for the customer, and they can see and feel the difference after the work is done.” Hughesco received New York Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Excellence in Advertising and Excellence in Energy Savings awards in 2003.
Bruce McClean, Energy Savers, Inc.
Syracuse, New York “
I've been a strong supporter of Home Performance with ENERGY STAR since its inception in 2001. It's helped to expand my business and provide better service to my customers. As a result of the comprehensive, quality work provided, my customers are enjoying lower energy costs and peace of mind in knowing that their homes are comfortable, healthy and safe.” Energy Savers, Inc. received New York Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Excellence in Energy Savings award in 2002.
