The 2018 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) is the official statewide energy code for Texas. The following resources provide guidance on blower door testing, duct leakage testing, air sealing, insulation, and compliance pathways.
Official Texas Energy Code Resources
✅ Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR)
– Official energy code enforcement and amendments
– [Visit TDLR Energy Code Page](https://www.tdlr.texas.gov)
✅ *Texas State Energy Conservation Office (SECO)*
– Provides resources for builders and code officials
– [Visit SECO Website](https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/seco/)
✅ 2018 IECC (Texas Edition)
– Official energy code for Texas
– [View on ICC Website](https://codes.iccsafe.org/)
✅ U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Building Energy Codes Program
– National energy code guidance
– [Visit DOE Energy Codes](https://www.energycodes.gov/)
✅ RESNET – Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Compliance
– HERS ratings for the ERI compliance path in Texas
– [Visit RESNET](https://www.resnet.us/)
✅ Building America Solution Center (DOE)
– Best practices for air sealing, insulation, and HVAC
– [Visit Building America](https://basc.pnnl.gov/)
Texas Energy Efficiency Incentives
✔ ENERGY STAR Certified Homes Program
– Incentives for Texas builders meeting high-efficiency home standards
– [Visit ENERGY STAR Homes](https://www.energystar.gov/)
✔ Texas EmPower Program
– Statewide energy efficiency incentives
– [Visit Texas EmPower](https://comptroller.texas.gov/programs/seco/)
✔ Local Utility Rebates
– Some Texas cities offer rebates for energy-efficient HVAC and insulation
– Check with local utility providers
Need Energy Code Compliance Testing in Texas?
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