Net Zero homes are the next builder advantage.
Help buyers choose better homes with practical Net Zero guidance, Step Code expertise, solar-ready design, and low emission mechanical systems.
Build homes buyers can feel good about owning.
Fluent Energy Consulting helps builders simplify the path to Net Zero by combining envelope performance, mechanical design, solar PV planning, and practical energy modelling.
A cleaner way to market high performance homes.
Net Zero is not just a technical upgrade. It is a stronger sales story for builders who want to stand out with improved comfort, lower operating costs, and future-ready construction.
Stand out in market
Give buyers a clear reason to choose your homes by offering lower bills and better long-term value.
Simplify decisions
Use practical energy modelling and design guidance to make the building envelope, mechanical, and solar decisions early.
Future-proof builds
Stay ahead of changing Step Code expectations while giving homeowners healthier, quieter, durable and more comfortable homes.
Five practical steps to Net Zero.
A high performance home starts smart design, reducing energy device loads, then matching the remaining load with efficient and low emission mechanical systems and solar energy.
Cut overall energy use
Start with smart design choices, lower appliances and device loads, reduce air leakage and plan a better-performing building envelope.
Build to Step 4 or Step 5 performance
Use the right combination of above and below grade insulation, a high efficiency window package, a ventilated but airtight building and pair with smart mechanical systems for maximum performance and comfort.
Go Electric on Primary Systems
Use cold climate heat pumps, heat pump water heating, and efficient appliances to increase efficiency and reduce emissions.
Size solar to the home
Plan solar PV around the home’s EnerGuide Rating and expected annual energy demand.
Smart Load Management
Use Smart load management, home battery, and/or bidirectional EV charging for electric backup potential. (for all home devices). This is not just a backup heat source.
Comfort, healthy indoor air, quiet systems, climate smart mechanicals and lower monthly costs.
The technical details matter, but the buyer story is simple. A better-built home feels better to live in.
Ready to build homes that sell the future?
Talk to Fluent Energy Consulting about energy modelling, Step Code strategy, Net Zero planning, and builder-friendly design guidance.