Townwood Homes
Townwood Homes is the winner of the 2025 Cross Border Challenge CRESNET lowest score custom builder category, with a home HERS Index Score of 42.
In this month’s feature, we asked Michael Tersigni, Director of Sales/Marketing at Townwood Homes to share some insight on building HERS® homes for their customers.
Q: What is special about a HERS Rated home?
A: Michael: A HERS-rated home is independently tested and verified for energy efficiency, ensuring lower utility costs, better indoor air quality, and enhanced comfort. At Mayfield, our homes are built beyond the Code, meaning they exceed Ontario’s energy efficiency standards with superior insulation, airtight construction, high-performance windows, and state-of-the-art heating and cooling systems.
Q: Why should consumers ask for the HERS Index Score on homes they are shopping for?
A: Michael: The HERS Index Score allows buyers to compare a home’s energy efficiency before purchasing. A lower score means better energy performance, which translates to lower heating and cooling costs. At Townwood Homes, our homes are designed with high-performance features such as extra insulation, ERVs for fresh air circulation, Low-E windows, and hybrid heat pump air conditioners, all of which contribute to an outstanding HERS score.
Q: Why does Townwood Homes choose to have their homes HERS Rated?
A: Michael: We believe in providing long-term value and savings to our homeowners. By building HERS-rated homes, we ensure that every Townwood home is independently tested and verified for efficiency, durability, and sustainability. Our Zero Energy Ready design approach means homeowners can enjoy lower utility bills, a healthier indoor environment, and increased home resilience for years to come.
Q: Why consumers should expect energy-efficient homes?
A: Michael: An energy-efficient home isn’t just about savings—it’s about better comfort, better air quality, and a healthier environment. Our high-efficiency furnaces, LED lighting, water-saving fixtures, and Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) all contribute to a healthier, cost-effective, and environmentally responsible living space.
Q: How many homes does Townwood Homes build with HERS per year?
A: Michael: At Townwood Homes, we are committed to building energy-efficient communities. Each year, we deliver hundreds of HERS-rated homes, ensuring our buyers receive best-in-class energy efficiency and superior home performance.
Q: How do you market HERS Rated homes?
A: Michael: We emphasize the “Better Than Code” advantage in our marketing materials, model home tours, and digital campaigns. We educate buyers about the cost savings, comfort, and health benefits of our advanced insulation, efficient heating/cooling systems, and sustainable building practices. Our website, social media, and sales presentations highlight the benefits of owning a HERS-rated home.
Q: How do your customers feel about HERS Rated homes?
A: Michael: Our buyers appreciate the long-term savings, increased comfort, and healthier indoor air quality provided by our energy-efficient homes. Many homeowners notice the steady indoor temperatures, lower energy bills, and reduced allergens—all made possible through features like ERVs, Low-E windows, and airtight construction.
Q: What rating company do you work with on your HERS-rated homes?
A: Michael: We work with independent HERS raters Clearsphere who rigorously test our homes to certify their superior energy performance. Their expertise ensures that every home meets and exceeds energy efficiency standards, helping us deliver homes that are not only cost-effective but also environmentally responsible.
