The May 2025 RESNET HERS Builder of the Month is Insight Homes, building in Delaware and eastern Maryland. Insight Homes is a recognized leader in building high-performance, energy-efficient homes with exceptionally low HERS scores. Energy efficiency isn’t just a feature — it’s part of the company’s culture from the ground up, influencing every design decision, building system, and material selection. The company has committed to certify 100% of the homes it builds under the U.S. Department of Energy’s Zero Energy Ready Home (ZERH) program, as well as the EPA’s Indoor airPLUS® and WaterSense programs, and the National Green Building Standard (NGBS) at the Gold level. When asked why they build HERS homes, the team tells us, “Because we believe buyers deserve proof. A third-party HERS rating validates that an Insight Home is engineered to use less energy and costs less to operate — right from day one. And when you combine our high-efficiency designs with included solar panels, you’re getting a home that’s built smarter and delivers measurable savings. Every Insight Home is HERS rated — no exceptions. Plus, thanks to our included solar panels, our homes achieve some of the lowest HERS scores you’ll find from any production builder, helping our customers virtually eliminate their energy bills.” As for marketing their homes, “We highlight the results — not just the features. Every home we build comes with a certified HERS score, and we make sure buyers understand the financial and comfort advantages that come with it. Plus, we include solar panels at no additional cost — they are 100% owned outright from day one, with no lease, no tie-ins, no catches.” Read the full profile here.
