Benefits:
A home’s heat loss (and heat infiltration) also occurs through windows. New advances in technology and design have dramatically improved the performance of energy-efficient
windows. Glass coatings, gas fills, warm edge spacers and improved framing materials
enable ENERGY STAR qualified windows to deliver more benefits than simple double-paned windows.
Reasons to install energy-efficient windows:
• ENERGY STAR qualified windows save you energy and money
• Efficient windows keep your home cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter
• ENERGY STAR qualified windows help protect your possessions from sun damage
Incentive amount:
$1.50/square foot, please see Qualifications for specific requirements
CLICK HERE to download a 2009 incentive form
Qualifications:
Windows must have a U-value of .32 or lower. Windows may be installed by the customer
or a contractor. Work may be inspected. To ensure that windows are installed correctly and
to gain the most benefit from energy efficiency, we recommend using a contractor.
CLICK HERE for a list of participating retailers in your area
CLICK HERE for a list of program qualified contractors
Consumer tips for hiring a contractor
· Regardless of any “special deal” offered up by a contractor to work on your home, ask for
three quotes from three different contractors before proceeding with the work. This process
will serve you well in selecting a reputable contractor.
· When securing your three quotes, be sure to give all contractors exactly the same description
of the work you want, including instructions regarding the specifications required by your
utility to qualify for any utility incentives. Have it written into your contract.
· Compare the specifications provided by each contractor against the utility programs and
among the contractors providing the quotes. If they vary, ask for an explanation.
· Ask your contractors for references, make a few calls – it’s always recommended. Ask for all
contractors to provide proof of their contractor’s license and proof of insurance. Do a licensee
check and verification by accessing the Idaho Bureau of Occupational Licenses, Web site:
https://secure.ibol.idaho.gov/eIBOLPublic/LPRBrowser.aspx. You will be able to
search by license type, license number, issue date, business name, contractor name, city or
zip code.(Note: some contractors are licensed under the business name, rather than their
individual name.)
· Be sure you get a written contract that covers all your project requirements including types
of materials or equipment specifications, costs, clean-up and warranties. Don’t be shy about modifying a contractor’s standard agreement to make sure all expectations are clear and called out in the contract. If you don’t understand the agreement, don’t sign it!
· Obtain a signed lien release prior to payment. Ask all contractors, subcontractors and suppliers
working on your project to sign lien releases prior to paying them for completed services.
· You're in charge, it's your home and money, so make sure you are getting what you
are contracting for.
For more information on hiring a contractor, go to: https://secure.ibol.idaho.gov/IBOL/CONT/Documents/CON_CONSUMERS_GUIDE.pdf
CLICK HERE for a list of program qualified contractors
Qualified Customers:
Residential electric customers residing in the state of Idaho who purchase their electricity from Rocky Mountain Power on rate schedules* 1 or 36 qualify. Landlords who own rental properties served by the company in the state of Idaho where the tenant is billed on rate schedules* 1 or 36 also qualify for this program.
*Find your rate schedule by looking under Detailed Account Activity on your bill. Next to Electric Service you will find Residential Service – Schedule X below your address.
See an example.
How to receive your incentive:
Please follow the steps outlined below to ensure timely payment of your incentive. Please note that filling out forms incorrectly/incompletely may result in processing delays or denial.
1. Review the qualifications and specifications for the incentive.
2. Review the incentive form.
3. Purchase and install the qualified appliance or have the installation done by a contractor.
4. Pay special attention to attachments required for processing the incentive (i.e. proof of payment, contractor invoice, NFRC stickers, etc).
5. Complete the incentive form; attach proof of payment and any other necessary documentation, and mail to the address provided. All documents will need to be submitted within 90 days of the purchase and installation of insulation and/o windows. (The proof of payment is the most common missing information and is the reason for most incentive delays.)
6. When your incentive form is received and verified as complete, you will be mailed within have a check issued within 45 days of receipt of a complete and approved incentive application.