Quick Home Energy Check-up

Delmarva Power is awaiting a decision by the Maryland Public Service Commission about extending our energy efficiency programs into 2027. The last day to request a QHEC appointment for 2026 will be on November 24, 2026. Please check back here for updates or call 866-353-5799 with any questions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How does a Quick Home Energy Check-up (QHEC) work?

During your Quick Home Energy Check-up, your certified Energy Analyst will:

  1. Perform a visual inspection of your home’s insulation levels, heating and cooling systems, windows, doors, lighting, and appliances.
  2. Install energy-saving products like LED bulbs, faucet aerators, smart thermostats, and more (with your permission), that are based on your home’s specific needs, all at no additional cost.*
  3. Provide you with a customized report, following your appointment, (via email or mail) with recommendations to help you reduce your energy use and save money.
How will a Quick Home Energy Check-up benefit my home?

Our goal is to provide you with the recommendations, specific to your home, that will best improve your home’s energy efficiency and reduce energy use. Following the certified Energy Analyst’s visual inspection, you will receive a customized report containing the findings, which includes simple actions you can take to improve your home’s energy efficiency. You may also receive energy-saving items such as LED bulbs, smart thermostats,* and more based on your home’s individual needs, to help make your home more efficient.

What is the difference between a Quick Home Energy Check-up and the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® programs?

A Quick Home Energy Check-up is a great way to get started, especially for those who are new to identifying ways to use energy efficiently. This program is designed as a visual inspection to help you better understand your home’s energy use and learn ways to make it more comfortable and energy efficient. A Quick Home Energy Check-up is also provided at no-additional cost to your existing Delmarva Power service.

If you’re interested in receiving a more detailed home energy assessment with diagnostic testing, consider Delmarva Power’s Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program (typically valued at $400 for just $100). This program is an effective way to identify and prioritize key home energy improvements, recommended to help you reduce your home energy use while improving indoor comfort. Plus, this program provides you rebates up to $7,500 for completing eligible home improvements.

How do I schedule a Quick Home Energy Check-up?

Request an appointment with one of our certified Energy Analysts here or contact the Delmarva Power Call Center at 866.353.5799. Only the certified Energy Analysts from the participating contractors found on this list are authorized to perform Quick Home Energy Check-ups on behalf of Delmarva Power.

What is the difference between an in-person Quick Home Energy Check-up and a Virtual Home Energy Check-up?

During an in-person Quick Home Energy Check-up, a certified Energy Analyst will come to your home to perform the visual inspection and install energy-saving products* (with your permission). Click here to learn more. 

During a Virtual Home Energy Check-up, a certified Energy Analyst will connect with you via phone call or video chat to inspect your home. Following your appointment you will receive your energy-saving products in a kit via the mail. Click here to learn more.

How many energy-saving products could I be eligible to have installed during my Quick Home Energy Check-up?

Customers may receive the following number of energy-saving products installed depending on the number of occupants in the home.*

Product

1-3 Occupants

4+ Occupants

ENERGY STAR certified LED bulbs

14

14

Faucet aerators

3

5

Efficient-flow showerheads

2

3

Water heater pipe wraps

18 ft (9 hot, 9 cold)

18 ft (9 hot, 9 cold)

Smart power strips

1

2

ShowerStart™ showerhead adapters

2

3

Smart thermostats

2

2

Weatherstripping

100 ft

100 ft

Door sweeps

4

4


*The QHEC Program customizes energy efficiency recommendations and measures to each individual's home. The energy-saving products offered apply to the specific needs of each house, and as a result, not every customer will receive every product.

 

*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.