Energy Tax Consulting (ECC) is a team of project managers who work with builders during the 45L and 179D qualification process. We are partnered with Ascendancy, Inc, who is a national provider of Home Energy Rating Systems (HERS) services for building code compliance, the 45L Energy Efficient Home Credit, and local energy rebate programs. 

With the combined knowledge and experience of HERS Raters, CPAs, and attorneys, Ascendancy provides complete solutions tailored for each client. We have certified over $1 million doors for the 45L program.

Our goal is to make the qualification process seamless for the builder. One of our dedicated project managers will be assigned to you serving as the point person to minimize communications and efforts on your end.

When efficiency ratings fail to meet the 45L or 179D program requirements, we provide an upgrade analysis so that builders fully understand the return on investment in the form of tax credits for doing required upgrades.

Certifying homes and buildings under the 45L and 179D programs is a complex process with many nuances. Our mission is to maximize the number of certified structures for our clients while fully adhering to 45L program guidelines. To achieve this, we go beyond automated assessments, dedicating extra time to meticulous manual analysis that compliments our government-approved rating software. 

OUR STRENGTHS

• ECC approaches every project thoughtfully with an unparalleled team of experts.
• The ECC team has the combined expertise and best practices, and has performed ratings for homebuilders of all sizes including some of our country’s largest residential builders.
• All IECC Energy Finals are reviewed and signed by a RESNET-certified HERS rater.
• We strongly advocate for our clients and are tenacious in providing experienced, thorough, and insightful inspections.
• ECC performs free preliminary analyses for all service lines while capping fees to guarantee outstanding value.
• We provide frequent updates and maintain open communication so that inspections proceed efficiently, build-times are prioritized, and delays are minimized.
• Our inspections are complete and thorough by providing all necessary compliance as well as tax credits and local energy rebate programs.