Your Path to Energy Savings Making Home Energy Upgrades Affordable
Many people think they can not cover the cost of adding insulation, air sealing and upgrading heating systems and devices afford. There are financial incentive programs that allow you to install thousands of dollars in home energy improvements, indoor air pollution reduction and comfort at a low monthly cost. get a home energy rating. Eligibility for the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority incentives, you must work with a Building Performance Institute accredited contractor energy. The contractor will evaluate your home air leakage, infiltration levels, thermal insulation and heating, appliances, lighting and other areas. After your assessment, the contractor a list of recommended improvements and cost and energy saving estimates.
Depending on your household income you may qualify for funding through NYSERDA Assisted Home Performance program, receive a low-interest loans, tax credits to improve and earn more affordable and manageable. Also, most people use a free or reduced-cost energy assessment through the Green Jobs NY Green program by working with a GJ / GNY BPI accredited contractor. The application is on the Get Energy Smart web site. Combining available incentive programs to make energy improvements affordable.After using subsidies and tax breaks, the remaining costs are financed through a low interest loan programs. Some projects may have a positive net cash flow per month, if the savings exceed the monthly disbursement of the loan.
