BuildSmart^® for Builders

As a certified BuildSmart builder, you will receive:

• Site signs to help buyers identify you as a BuildSmart builder.
  
• Sales staff briefing on the advantages of BuildSmart.
• Rights to use the FPL BuildSmart seal of approval in your advertising.

BuildSmart helps you find cost-effective solutions to exceed the minimum performance requirements of the Florida code. Consumer research* shows that:

• Buyers look to their builder for information about energy efficiency. BuildSmart provides an FPL-endorsed solution that meets the needs of energy-conscious buyers.
• Buyers want homes that cost less to maintain and operate. BuildSmart® homes are designed to deliver lower energy bills.
• Buyers place a greater trust in BuildSmart builders. Differentiate yourself and your product. Our certification acknowledges that your product is superior to homes that simply comply with code, reflecting your commitment to quality.

BuildSmart Certification is based on:

The home's e-ratio score. Florida code requires every home to meet a score of 100 or lower. BuildSmart homes are targeted to exceed the e-ratio minimum by 90 or more.

Overview of the BuildSmart Process
Plan Review - Our program specialist reviews the plans of your most popular models and help identify a cost-effective path to making a qualified BuildSmart home.
EPI E-Ratio Calculations - We will calculate the projected energy performance based on the BuildSmart package(s) you plan to offer. We'll let you know how much your customers can expect to save in the years to come.
Certification - The home is certified as BuildSmart, and a certificate is issued for presentation to the new home owners.