TVA Partner Utilities - In-Home Energy Evaluation Program

March 05, 2015

Summary

The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) energy right In-Home Energy Evaluation Pilot Program encourages the installation of energy-efficiency improvements in existing single family dwellings. The program offers an in-home energy assessment as well as financing options and rebates/incentives to help homeowners who choose to make investments in significant energy efficiency improvements. Evaluations are performed by TVA-certified energy advisors and measures are inspected after installation.

Customers should contact their local utilities to see if the program is currently offered.

Program Overview

Implementing Sector:	Utility
Category:	Financial Incentive
State:	Virginia
Incentive Type:	Rebate Program
Web Site:	http://www.tva.gov/ee/in_home_eval.htm
Administrator:	TVA
Start Date:
Eligible Renewable/Other Technologies:	Equipment Insulation Heat pumps Air conditioners Caulking/Weather-stripping Duct/Air sealing Building Insulation Windows Custom/Others pending approval Other EE
Incentive Amount:	Windows: $500 Duct Repair, Replacement, and Sealing: $500 Minor Repair Work: $250 Replace HVAC: $250 Insulation: $500 Electric Water Heater and Pipe Insulation: $50 Air Sealing/Weatherstrip/Caulk: $500 Central HVAC Tune-up: $150
Maximum Incentive:	50% cost up to $500
Equipment Requirements:	Windows: ENERGY STAR Duct Repair, Replacement, and Sealing: Existing HVAC only Minor Repair Work: Broken glass, glazing or prime door replacement, with power company pre-approval. Replace HVAC: ENERGY STAR qualification required, all heat pumps included, and power company pre-approval for dual-fuel or air conditioning. Attic Insulation: Ventilation must be nonpowered Air sealing must include weatherstrip and caulk. Self-installed insulation, caulk, weatherstrip, and rehabilitation require power company approval and only the cost of materials may be claimed.
Installation Requirements:	Minimum investment must be at least $150.

Contact

Name:	Corporate Headquarters
Address:	400 W. Summit Hill Dr. Knoxville TN 37902-1499
Phone:	(865) 632-2101
Email:	tvainfo@tva.com

This information is sourced from DSIRE; the most comprehensive source of information on incentives and policies that support renewables and energy efficiency in the United States. Established in 1995, DSIRE is operated by the N.C. Clean Energy Technology Center at N.C. State University.