After a building analyst is completed, we work with you on how you can get the most for your money, grants, and tax credits.
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“Your Comfort is Our Business”
Your Heating and Cooling System Is a Key Part of the Family Home
Ø Comfort - Your Family’s Comfort Depends on the Proper Operation of your Heating and Cooling System.
Ø $$$ - The cost to operate and maintain your heating and cooling system over its lifetime is many times larger than the purchase price of the system.
Ø Air Quality - Your heating and cooling system can play a vital role in maintaining good indoor air quality. Click to continue
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IRS form 5695 for Residential Energy Credits (2009)
Home Performance with ENERGY STAR®
This flagship initiative from the Department of Energy (DOE) and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is a national program offering a comprehensive, whole-house approach to improving energy efficiency and comfort at home, while helping to protect the environment.
An increasing number of utilities, state energy offices and other agencies are using Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® as an important part of their residential energy efficiency portfolio.
BPI is deeply involved in the ongoing development and deployment of this important program. In fact, many state-level Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® programs require that the work be performed by individuals with BPI credentials. Click here to find out if this program is running in your state.
Illinois http://www.betterhomeperformance.us/main.cfm?section=welcome
Wisconsin http://www.focusonenergy.com/Residential/Home-Improvement/Home_Performance_ENERGY_STAR.aspx
Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency (DSIRE)
DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility, and federal incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency. Established in 1995, DSIRE is an ongoing project of the NC Solar Center and the Interstate Renewable Energy Council funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Simply select your state on the interactive map to find out what incentives are available in your area, many of which will require that the work be performed by individuals with BPI credentials.
Weatherization Assistance Programs
The Weatherization Assistance Program enables low-income families to permanently reduce their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient. During the last 32 years, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Weatherization Assistance Program has provided weatherization services to more than 6.2 million low-income families. Many weatherization assistance programs use the services of BPI certified professionals.
Weatherization was allocated $5 billion in funding from the ARRA, allowing state-run programs to expand to serve more families. If you believe you may qualify for weatherization assistance, click here and select your state on the map for more information.