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CHEERS is California's largest ECC Provider and Home Certification Organization (HCO)

09/03/2026

❓ Do you know who should receive the Consumer Information Form before ECC testing begins?

The CIF is a required part of the ECC process, and getting the project owner details right matters.

This quick video covers who should receive the CIF, what information needs to be entered in the CHEERS Registry, and how the form is automatically delivered before testing begins.

▶️ Watch the video for a quick refresher on the CIF process, and check out our full Consumer Protection Toolkit playlist here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mv5l4Rkx-XE&list=PLdtMrY3KP1pssrIfdRdoVwWpukhzbHeWQ

09/01/2026

🔧 TECH TUESDAY: Consumer Information Form (CIF)

Before testing begins, ECC Raters must make sure the Consumer Information Form is delivered to the correct project owner.

Our latest Technical Bulletin covers:

✔️ When the CIF is required

✔️ How it is automatically sent through the CHEERS Registry

✔️ Whose contact information can be used

✔️ Why Installer or Rater contact information is not acceptable

Entering the correct project owner information in the CHEERS Registry helps ensure this regulatory requirement is completed before testing begins.

👉 Read the full Technical Bulletin here:https://www.cheers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CHEERS-Tech-Bulletin-Consumer-Information-Form-CIF_083026.pdf

08/25/2026

🔧 TECH TUESDAY: Multifamily IAQ

For kitchen range hoods, proper ventilation and verified performance are key parts of Energy Code compliance.

Our latest Technical Bulletin covers:
✔️ Outside-venting requirements
✔️ Required airflow and sone performance
✔️ How to verify an installed range hood
✔️ Exceptions to the sone requirement

ECC Raters should confirm that the installed hood meets the applicable performance requirements and is listed in a certified product directory.

👉 Read the full Technical Bulletin:https://www.cheers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CHEERS-Tech-Bulletin-Multifamily-IAQ-V1_081726-1.pdf

08/18/2026

🔧 TECH TUESDAY

When an FAU power supply is hardwired, ECC Raters need to know the correct procedure for measuring Fan Efficacy.

Our latest Technical Bulletin covers:
✔️ When a clamp-on watt meter is an approved measurement method
✔️ Procedures for 120V and 240V hardwired systems
✔️ Important safety and PPE requirements before taking electrical measurements

Proper setup and measurement are essential for accurate Fan Efficacy verification.

👉 Read the full Technical Bulletin here:https://www.cheers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CHEERS-Tech-Bulletin-Fan-Efficacy-Clamp-on-Watt-Meter-Updated-template_081326.pdf

08/13/2026

How is fan watt draw measured using the plug-in method?

In this CHEERS field verification video, see the process in action and learn how the equipment is connected and the reading is collected as part of fan efficacy verification.

Watch the video, then explore the full CHEERS Field Verifications & Diagnostic Procedures playlist for more step-by-step training resources:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JGefKwwZ-0&list=PLSB4NagoUKqo

08/11/2026

🔧 TECH TUESDAY

When can ECC Raters use a plug-in watt meter to verify Fan Efficacy?

Under the 2025 Energy Code, Fan Efficacy is a mandatory requirement when the duct system is new. Our latest Technical Bulletin covers when the Plug-in Watt Meter procedure applies and the steps ECC Raters should follow.

✅ Applicable when the FAU power supply is 120V plug-in
✅ Provides an approved procedure for measuring and recording watt usage
✅ Outlines the proper system setup before taking the measurement

Read the full Technical Bulletin here:https://www.cheers.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/CHEERS-Tech-Bulletin-Fan-Efficacy-Plug-in-Watt-Meter-Updated-template-v2-1-2.pdf

08/10/2026

✨ Join the CHEERS Team! ✨

We’re hiring a Quality Assurance Field Reviewer to support field reviews and help ensure high standards across California’s building industry.

This role includes conducting on-site QA reviews of Title 24 Rater work, performing field verification and diagnostic testing, documenting findings, and providing clear written feedback.

Remote/Hybrid in California
Full-time with benefits
$65K–$75K/year, depending on experience

Scan the QR code for the full job description and details on how to apply.

Help us continue building a better future together.

08/06/2026

Refrigerant charge verification requires the right process, accurate measurements, and a clear understanding of the testing method being used.

In this CHEERS training video, we walk through the subcooling method and the role it plays in verifying refrigerant charge requirements in the field.

Watch the video, then explore the full CHEERS training playlist for more field diagnostic and testing resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4JGefKwwZ-0&list=PLSB4NagoUKqo

08/04/2026

🔧 TECH TUESDAY

When do refrigerant charge requirements apply under the 2025 Energy Code?

Our latest Technical Bulletin outlines what ECC Raters need to know, including:
✅ Requirements for air conditioning and heat pump systems
✅ How requirements vary by climate zone
✅ The difference between prescriptive and performance pathways
✅ What applies during system alterations and change-outs

For single-family projects using the prescriptive pathway, refrigerant charge requirements apply when a refrigerant-containing component is altered or replaced.

Read the full Technical Bulletin here: https://www.cheers.org/resources/

07/30/2026

Working toward ECC Rater certification?

EPA 608 Type II certification is part of the process.

CHEERS provides EPA 608 training to help future ECC Raters meet this certification requirement and continue building the skills needed for field verification work.

👉 Get certified through CHEERS: https://www.cheers.org/epa-608-certification/

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