Insulation Upgrade Program – Save up to 10% on your energy bill & increase comfort

Insulation Upgrade Program – Save up to 10% on your energy bill  & increase comfort logo
Sufficient insulation and sealed air gaps can help your home be more comfortable and energy efficient and can provide up to 10% savings on your annual heating bills*. Grays Harbor PUD can help you install energy efficient home insulation to minimize wasted energy and lower heating and cooling bills.

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  • Save money every month by retaining the air you pay to heat and cool!
  • Reduce hot and cold spots and increase home comfort.
  • Reduce exterior noise and pollutants from crawlspaces and attics.
  • Could provide up to 10% savings on your annual energy bills – forever!

Incentive Information

Grays Harbor PUD is offering the following rebates for qualified insulation installations:

ATTIC INSULATION (R-0 TO R-49)             $1.00/SF
ATTIC INSULATION (SOME TO R-49)             $0.75/SF
FLOOR INSULATION (R-0 TO R-30)                $1.00/SF
WALL INSULATION (R-0 TO R-11)                $1.00/SF

Federal tax credits may also be available for residential efficiency upgrades. Additional restrictions may apply. Visit Department of Energy and energystar.gov for more information.

*Grays Harbor PUD reserves the right to revise program rules and guidelines, including discontinuing all or part of the available incentives at any time and without prior notice. All projects once approved, will be subject to the guidelines and incentives in place at the time of approval.
Eligibility
• Existing residential single family or manufactured home located within GHPUD's service area.
• Home primarily uses electric heat. GHPUD shall verify weather-related electric heating use.
• Insulation must be brought up to current standards, including prescriptive air sealing, insulation and sealing of ductwork, and insulation of water pipes in unconditioned spaces, where practical.
• Pre-approval of the project is required, including a preliminary inspection of the home by a GHPUD energy advisor.
• New construction projects, areas required by building code to insulate, and unheated areas are not eligible.
• Participant is authorized to make home improvements.

*PRE-APPROVAL REQUIRED*
Requirements
• All insulation installations must comply with the current BPA Residential Weatherization Specifications.
• Participant authorizes Grays Harbor PUD to conduct quality inspections to ensure program specifications are followed.
• Installation must be completed within 60 days of project pre-authorization.
Steps to Participate
1. Confirm eligibility for your program.
2. Schedule a Free Home Energy audit with the Grays Harbor PUD Energy Services Dept. by calling 360-538-6383.
3. Find approved contractors and get project cost estimates; we suggest getting at least 3 quotes.
4. Complete your project’s rebate application and submit along with quotes to GHPUD for pre-authorization.
5. After GHPUD approves your project, have your contractor proceed with your installation.
6. Once installation is complete, contact GHPUD to schedule the final inspection.
7. Submit all required project documentation to GHPUD.
8. GHPUD will authorize rebate payment upon final approval.