Serving BC’s Lower Mainland

Energy Efficiency Testing & Step Code Compliance for Builders

We help residential builders and homeowners in confidently navigating BC Energy Step Code. Our services include energy modelling, blower door testing, and preparation of compliance documentation for building permits, as well as support for FortisBC and CMHC rebate applications.

950 +

Homes Tested & Certified

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Highest Level Supported

All

BC Lower Mainland Served

Certified Energy Advisor
Natural Resource Canada
Step Code Compliance
All BC Step Levels
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CMHC Rebate Support
Mortgage Insurance Savings
Blower Door Test
CGSB Certified Testing
About Simple ES
About Simple ES
1,000+
Homes Certified

About Company

Energy Compliance Made Clear

Simple Energy Solutions is an energy efficiency consulting and building performance company that helps homeowners, builders, and developers meet BC Energy Step Code requirements with confidence.

We provide practical guidance, energy modelling, testing, and compliance reporting that align with real construction timelines.

What We Do

Compliance Testing & Consulting Built for How Builders Actually Work

From early design consultation to final testing, we integrate into your build process — not the other way around.

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Energy Modelling

HOT2000 energy models for Step Code compliance. We identify the most cost-effective path to meet your target step level.

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Blower Door Testing

Airtightness testing at mid(pre-drywall) and final stages.

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Step Code Consulting

Full compliance documentation, municipal submission support, and EnerGuide labelling.

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CMHC Evaluations

EnerGuide evaluations that qualify builds for CMHC mortgage insurance premium rebates.

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Builder Education

On-site walkthroughs and training for your crew on air barrier continuity and common failure points.

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Whether you’re working on a new build, a commercial project, or upgrading an existing property, our services are designed to guide you through every stage of energy compliance with clarity and confidence.

How it Works

Our Step Code
Compliance Process

Four clear steps from design to documentation — no surprises.

01

Design Review

Share your architectural drawings and we’ll assess Step Code requirements for your municipality and target step level.

02

Energy Model

We create a HOT2000 energy model and recommend the most cost-effective path to compliance.

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Testing & QA

Mid Construction Blower Door Test & Inspection.
Pre-drywall blower door testing is conducted to identify air leakage points and ensure the home is on track to achieve the required ACH rating.

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Documentation

Final Blower Door Test & Inspection.
To verify that the building meets STEP Code ACH level to produce As-Built Report before final city inspection

Ready to Work Together?

Whether you’re a builder navigating Step Code for the first time or a homeowner looking for an EnerGuide evaluation, we’re here to help.