Energy Savings!

Posted August 10th, 2010 by Dave Reville

Keep the cold out...and the energy bill down!

AARP Vermont is teaming up with Efficiency Vermont to help Vermont homeowners prepare for the upcoming heating season and save money on their home energy bills all year around. Improving the energy efficiency of your home through Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® can make you more comfortable - and save you up to 30% on your energy bills. Take advantage of up to $2,500 in incentives from Efficiency Vermont, including a $250 audit fee rebate, when you complete energy efficiency improvements through a certified Home Performance with ENERGY STAR contractor.

 

Home Performance with ENERGY STAR contractors are certified by the Building Performance Institute to perform energy audits, diagnose building problems such as moisture and ice dams, and install the recommended energy efficiency improvements. Working with a certified contractor helps ensure that the project will be installed safely and effectively to save you energy. Efficiency Vermont provides contractor training and quality assurance. Homeowners may also qualify for Federal energy efficiency tax credits.

 

"Our fuel bills were outrageous! We knew people had worked on improving the insulation of their house and it worked and saved them money. Don't wait another minute. It is well worth doing. We are still evaluating the numbers but it appears our electric and fuel bills have almost been cut in half," Mary and Topper McFaun of Barre excitedly explained.

 

A certified Home Performance with ENERGY STAR contractor can develop a plan tailored to your home. A typical energy audit includes the following services:

• An evaluation of the amount of air leakage in your home, the effectiveness of your insulation, heating system, lighting, appliances, and windows

(Note: there is a fee for this service)

• Professional advice on ways to improve the comfort and durability of your home as well as solve problems and lower your energy bills

• Assistance in prioritizing energy saving home improvements

• Installation of energy-saving products such as efficient light bulbs and water conservation products

 

To get started, visit www.efficiencyvermont.com/homeperformance and click on "Find a Contractor" to find a certified contractor in your area. Or contact an Efficiency Vermont Customer Support Specialist at 888-921-5990 for assistance.