Home Performance With ENERGY STAR® Program

Do you have uneven temperatures in your home? Do you find it hard to reduce your energy costs? The Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program can help lower your energy bill by up to 20%.* You can get rebates up to $10,000 for completing eligible home upgrades. You may also qualify for up to $15,000 in rebates for eligible electrification upgrades. Customers are eligible for a Home Performance assessment at the same address once every 5 years.

If you are a contractor, set your business apart from the competition! Learn how to become a Participating Contractor.

 

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Step 1: The Assessment

  • Start by scheduling an assessment for only $100 (a $400 value). Or click here to see if you qualify for a no-cost home assessment through our Moderate Income Offering.

  • A specially trained Participating Contractor will come to your home and perform a comprehensive evaluation of your home systems (air sealing and insulation, HVAC, and more) to identify where energy is being wasted
  • Don’t forget to ask your contractor about electrification upgrades to take advantage of the most rebates.  
  • Receive a detailed, customized report with ways to make your home more energy efficient.

Find out more about getting your Home Energy Assessment.

Step 2: Receive up to $15,000 in Rebates

  • Following your assessment, you’ll learn about the rebates available to make your home more energy efficient.
  • Receive rebates up to $10,000 for eligible upgrades. Click here for more details on available rebates
  • Receive rebates up to $15,000 for eligible electrification upgrades. Click here for more details on electrification rebates.
  • Interested in financing opportunities for home upgrades? You may qualify for low-interest loans for recommended home improvements. Find out more about financing options here.

For more information on how a Home Performance assessment works, view our FAQ page or program brochure.

 

See what your neighbors are saying about their experience:

“My energy analyst was friendly, professional, and efficient. He explained his findings in a way I could understand. I highly recommend this service.”

– Delmarva Power customer

“The process was very educational and informative. I now know how and what I need to do to improve my home’s system.”

– Gary B.

“I came across this program when my heat pump died earlier this year. From start to finish, the process only took one month for all the upgrades to be completed including replacing heat pump, furnace, and air sealing the basement and attic. My energy analyst explained everything from the assessment very well and answered all my questions. I got 60% of my quote in rebates from this program! My daily electric usage is down and I’ve been inspired to make even more upgrades throughout my home.”

– John G.

“My energy analyst removed old insulation in the crawlspace, installed new insulation with a vapor barrier on ground, added more insulation in the attic, and sealed all air gaps and redirected a fan vent. They were very efficient and professional.”

– Susan H. Salisbury, MD.

“From first contact with my energy expert to completion of the work, communication and on-site work were excellent. I’m looking forward to a lower electricity bill.

– Jonathan C.

Not sure where to begin?

Start with our Home Equipment Tool to explore how different home upgrades can help lower your energy costs and lower your carbon footprint. Discover personalized estimates for installation costs and how to maximize available incentives to choose the upgrades that best fit your home’s needs.

Need more help?

Our Energy Coaches are trained energy experts who can walk through recommended upgrades from top to bottom, providing assistance on navigating the rebate process. Get help tailored to your specific home performance needs – at no cost.

 

*Source: energystar.gov

**Rebate amount is based on energy savings achieved at completion of job.

***The $100 offer is valid for homes up to 3,000 square feet with a single combustion appliance zone. A combustion zone is defined as a room and enclosed air volume that contains a combustion appliance, such as a gas range stove or a gas water heater. Assessments of larger homes or homes with multiple combustion appliance zones, such as a home with a furnace or boiler room and a gas range stove, may cost more. Customers should discuss the cost with their selected participating contractor.

 

 

 

How to Participate

 

*EmPOWER Maryland programs are funded by a charge on your energy bill. EmPOWER programs can help you reduce your energy consumption and save you money. To learn more about EmPOWER and how you can participate, click here.

The EmPOWER Maryland charge funds programs that can help you reduce your energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions and save you money. Since the inception of the EmPOWER Maryland program in 2008, the programs have saved $14.5 billion on installed measures at a cost of $4.1 billion. In addition to new program costs, this charge includes paying off the uncollected costs that were accrued over time by programs required by the EmPOWER statute and authorized by the Commission. In accordance with House Bill 864 the uncollected amounts will be fully paid by the end of 2032.