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    Indoor Air Plus Qualified Home

    EPA

    Improves indoor air quality in homes to protect health.

    The Indoor Air Plus Qualified Home costs $0 USD. Over 300,000+ buildings have earned this certification worldwide. Renewal costs $0 USD.

    For Buildings
    Health
    Environmental
    Residential
    Climate

    Key Strengths

    • Backed by the U.S. EPA, providing strong government credibility
    • Builds on ENERGY STAR Certified Homes, leveraging an established framework
    • Addresses multiple IAQ hazards including mold, radon, VOCs, and combustion pollutants
    • Voluntary program with free participation for builders
    • Provides a trusted consumer-facing label to differentiate homes in the market
    • Supports wildfire smoke protection — an increasingly relevant health concern

    Ideal For

    This certification is best suited for residential home builders and developers committed to constructing healthier new homes. It is particularly valuable for builders already participating in the ENERGY STAR Certified Homes program who want to differentiate their offerings with enhanced indoor air quality standards. It also appeals to builders targeting health-conscious homebuyers, including those with family members who have asthma, allergies, or other respiratory conditions.

    Target Audiences

    Homeowners

    Relevant Roles

    Architect
    Engineer
    Consultant

    Industries

    Construction
    Real Estate

    Alignment & Recognition

    Accrediting Body

    U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

    Building Scope

    Performance
    Alignment with External Standard

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Quick Facts

    Type

    Certification

    Regions
    North America
    Languages

    English

    Established

    2009

    Certified Buildings

    300K+

    Cost Breakdown

    Registration / Initial$0
    Renewal$0
    First-year total$0

    How to Display This Recognition

    Public Seal/Badge
    Online Registry
    Marketing Toolkit
    Campaigns

    Sources & Citations

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    EPA

    Last verified Mar 10, 2026