What is a Home Energy Service?
- Evaluation and assessment of a building’s energy usage
- Performed by experienced, trained technicians
- Eligible modifications made immediately
- Recommendations and estimates given for additional work if needed
- Saves you money in increased efficiency
(Residential, Commercial and Institutional buildings all need a home energy service)
Cost for Energy Assessment through the state’s HES program
- $75.00 authorized through Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund(CEEF)
(Valued up to $1000)
Eligible Modifications Included in the Service
- Air Sealing/Weather Stripping/Caulking/Foam
- Duct Sealing
- Hot Water Saving Measures - Faucet aerators and low-flow showerheads installed. Hot water pipes insulated
- Lighting - Up to 25 energy efficient CFLs installed
- Heating and Cooling System Evaluation – Recommends corrections, distributes rebates for qualifying AC and Heat Pump systems
- Appliances Inspection – Reviews appliances for efficiency levels and offers rebates for new Energy Star appliances
Rebates Available (Mail in Rebates)
- Double Your Savings Rebate- with purchase of HVAC, Heat pump, Appliances
(Energy Star) or Insulation within 45 days of the assessment
- Dehumidifier Rebate - $25
- Insulation Rebate - $.50 off a square foot or up to 50% of the installed cost
- Refrigerator - $50
- Clothes Washer - $50
- Freezer - $25
- HVAC Upgrade - Up to $1,500 on qualifying equipment
- Furnace or Boiler Replacement (gas, oil or propane) – up to $500
- High Efficiency Indirect Water Heater (Natural Gas only) - $300
- New State Rebate program now offers an additional rebate for all appliances, HVAC and other units traded in at the time of purchase
Federal Tax Credits Available
- Federal Tax Credit of up to 30% of the installed cost of qualifying upgrades (insulation, windows, hot water heater, etc.) up to $1,500
- Qualifying appliances must be installed between 11/16/09 – 12/31/10
Rebate must be post marked no later than 1/31/11
- Insulation – must be installed by a licensed contractor and meet state codes
Increase Your Homes Value
- National Association of Appraisers says that for every $1 in energy saved annually the home value increases $20
- Help keep costs down and reduce sky rocketing energy costs
- Every buyer and seller should be maximizing their home’s efficiency as it may be soon be included as part of the real estate transaction process
For every assessment performed by Victory Energy through Prudential Connecticut Realty there will be a donation made to the Sunshine Kids. |
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Testimonials
“I was very satisfied and actually shocked at the amount of detail in my energy assessment. They certainly went the extra step to assure not only our satisfaction but also to insure we understood what was being done and why. I couldn't be more supportive of this program and think everyone should do it.”
Mike Harris
“I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for the job your company did to improve the energy efficiency of my 32-year-old home. The men who performed the work were very professional. They explained in great detail the various steps and tasks they completed. It is safe to say without Victory Energy's assessment I would still be throwing thousands dollars literally out the window.”
Dan Carson
“I would like to let you know how extremely polite and efficient the young men were who did my energy audit. I have a large house and it became apparent to the two young men who came to do the audit that they needed help to finish before midnight. They called in another crew and the four of them worked until 9 p.m. to finish the audit. They were a pleasure to work with and have in my house. It was a good investment and the men you chose to represent you are an excellent reflection on your company.”
Karen Parrella |