Door and Window Upgrade
In older homes, windows and doors tend to be single-paned and uninsulated with deteriorating or minimal weather stripping. Along with uninsulated doors, these can contribute to air leakage and energy loss.
High-performance windows and insulated doors offer energy savings, thanks to energy-efficient technology, as well as protection from water and drafts. All of this means increased comfort in your home and smaller energy bills for years to come.
High-performance windows and insulated doors offer energy savings, thanks to energy-efficient technology, as well as protection from water and drafts. All of this means increased comfort in your home and smaller energy bills for years to come.
- Save energy and money every month.
- Be more comfortable in your home, no matter the season.
- Reduce noise and exterior pollutants.
Incentive Information
Replacement windows must be ENERGY STAR® certified with a U-Factor of .30 or lower.
Replacement patio doors must be ENERGY STAR® certified with a U-Factor of .35 or lower.
Click the "Program Details" button to view the list of window and door rebates.
Replacement patio doors must be ENERGY STAR® certified with a U-Factor of .35 or lower.
Click the "Program Details" button to view the list of window and door rebates.
Incentive Information
The following rebates are only available for weatherization measures pre-authorized by Cowlitz PUD and installed by a contractor that is licensed and bonded in the State of Washington. Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services prior to starting a weatherization project.STANDARD PROGRAM
Single-Family Homes and Manufactured Homes
Replacement windows: $6.00 per square foot of window replaced
Replacement of uninsulated exterior doors: $40 per door
Multifamily Buildings*
Replacement windows, Multifamily Low-Rise: $12.00 per square foot of window replaced
Replacement windows, Multifamily Mid/High-Rise: $6.00 per square foot of window replaced
Replacement of insulated exterior doors: $40.00 each (for multifamily low-rise buildings only)
WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - INCOME QUALIFIED
Single-Family Homes and Manufactured Homes
Replacement windows: Up to $20 per square foot of window replaced
Replacement of uninsulated exterior doors: Up to $400 per door
Multifamily Buildings*
Replacement windows: Up to $20 per square foot of windows replaced
Replacement of uninsulated exterior doors: Up to $400 per door (for multifamily low-rise buildings only)
*Multifamily Building Definitions:
A Multifamily Low-Rise is a building with five or more dwelling units within the same structure that is no more than three stories high.
A Multifamily Mid/High-Rise is a building with five or more dwelling units within the same structure that is more than three stories high.
Requirements
1. Rebates are only available for weatherization measures pre-authorized by Cowlitz PUD and installed by a contractor that is licensed and bonded in the State of Washington.2. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.
3. An energy audit of the building must be completed by Cowlitz PUD prior to installation of weatherization measures.
4. Cowlitz PUD does not offer a rebate for windows and doors installed in garages or shops. Customers who convert a garage or shop area to a living space are required to obtain a permit from Cowlitz County Building and Planning. For this type of project, Cowlitz PUD will offer a rebate after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued by Cowlitz County Building and Planning.
5. The building must have electric heat in at least 50% of the conditioned space (living area). If the home is partially heated by oil, gas, or wood, only the portion of the home with electric heat will qualify.
6. For window replacement: Existing single-family homes, manufactured homes, and multifamily homes are eligible. Existing windows must be single-pane, single-pane with storms, or double-paned metal-frame windows. Replacement windows must have a National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC)-rated U-Factor of .30 or lower and patio doors must have an NFRC-rated U-Factor of .35 or lower.
7. For exterior door replacement: Existing single-family homes and manufactured homes are eligible. The existing door must be an uninsulated or otherwise thermally substandard exterior door. The replacement door must be a pre-hung door with a threshold and ENERGY STAR certified or NFRC-rated and meet the U-factor and solar heat gain coefficient requirements listed below:
(Based on glazing level; the glazing level refers to the distinction of whether the replacement door is ≤ ½-Lite, which refers to the proportion of the door that is taken up by a window.)
Opaque: U-factor ≤ 0.17
≤ ½-Lite: U-factor ≤ .25 and solar heat gain coefficient ≤ .25
> ½-Lite: U-factor ≤ .30 and solar heat gain coefficient ≤ .40
8. Contractors must comply with Cowlitz PUD’s and Bonneville Power Administration’s installation and material standards and specifications. To assure program standards and specifications are met, all weatherization work must be inspected by the PUD. The contractor selected is the homeowner’s choice, and the work performed is for the homeowner. The PUD merely acts as an agent for the rebate to be provided to the contractor or homeowner.
9. Weatherization Assistance Program: This program provides weatherization to income-qualifying families and is administered by the Lower Columbia Community Action Program (CAP). Qualification is based on the total gross income of the individual(s) living in the home. To qualify for weatherization assistance, Cowlitz PUD must receive status verification from CAP prior to approval of any weatherization work. Contact CAP at (360) 261-6426 for more information.
10. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Call Energy Efficiency Services to determine eligibility for our program.2. If one has not been done in the past, schedule an appointment for a PUD energy audit.
3. Request bids from contractors that are licensed and bonded in the state of Washington. We recommend getting at least two bids. You can verify that a contractor is licensed at: https://secure.lni.wa.gov/verify/. Click the “Check It Out” button for tips on selecting a contractor.
4. Call or email Energy Efficiency Services to begin the bid review process. During this process, you will select the contractor of your choice, and an Energy Efficiency staff member will authorize the rebates. Rebates are only available for weatherization measures pre-authorized in writing by Cowlitz PUD.
5. Authorization documents will be sent by the PUD to the homeowner(s) and contractor(s), allowing for those parties to communicate and schedule the pre-authorized weatherization work.
6. Rebates will be issued after the weatherization measure(s) pass a Cowlitz PUD inspection and any inspection required by the city or county.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Insulation Upgrade
The largest contributor to high energy bills in winter and summer months is the movement of heat into and out of your home. Under-insulated homes allow opportunities for this movement, called heat transmission, between the living space and the outside. Heat transmission requires a lot of energy to maintain comfortable indoor temperatures. By properly insulating your attic, walls and floors, you will create a more comfortable and energy-efficient home, while reducing your monthly utility bills.
- Save money on your utility bill.
- When combined with proper air sealing, insulation can improve the air quality in your home.
- Can improve the energy efficiency of other measures such as windows, doors, and HVAC systems.
- Improve comfort by providing stable temperatures throughout the house.
Incentive Information
Click the "Program Details" button to view the list of insulation rebates.
Incentive Information
The following rebates are only available for weatherization measures pre-authorized by Cowlitz PUD and installed by a contractor that is licensed and bonded in the State of Washington. Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services prior to starting a weatherization project. The total rebate cannot exceed the cost for insulation materials and installation.STANDARD PROGRAM
Single-Family Homes
Attic insulation, R-0 to R-49: $2.00 per square foot
Attic insulation, R-11 to R-49: $0.75 per square foot
Attic insulation, R-19 to R-49: $0.30 per square foot
Floor insulation, R-0 to R-19: $0.75 per square foot
Floor insulation, R-0 to R-25: $0.90 per square foot
Floor insulation, R-0 to R-30: $0.90 per square foot
Exterior wall insulation, R-0 to R-13 HD: $2.00 per square foot
Duct insulation: $0.60 per linear foot
Manufactured Homes
Ceiling insulation, R-0 to R-22: $0.90 per square foot
Ceiling insulation, R-0 to R-30: $0.75 per square foot
Ceiling insulation, R-11 to R-30: $0.45 per square foot
Floor insulation, R-0 to R-22: $0.90 per square foot
Floor insulation, R-11 to R-22: $0.60 per square foot
Multifamily Buildings – Low-Rise*
Attic insulation, R-0 to R-49: $1.35 per square foot
Attic insulation, R-19 to R-49: $0.30 per square foot
Floor insulation, R-0 to R-19: $1.11 per square foot
Floor insulation, R-0 to R-30: $1.29 per square foot
Exterior wall insulation, R-0 to R-13 HD: $2.00 per square foot
Multifamily Buildings – Mid/High-Rise*
Roof insulation, R-0 to R-19: $1.20 per square foot
Roof insulation, R-0 to R-49: $1.80 per square foot
Exterior wall insulation, R-0 to R-13 HD: $0.75 per square foot
WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM - INCOME QUALIFIED
Cowlitz PUD partners with Lower Columbia Community Action Partnership (CAP) to offer more assistance for insulation measures for those who qualify. Please contact us for more information.
*Multifamily Building Definitions:
A Multifamily Low-Rise is a building with five or more dwelling units within the same structure that is no more than three stories high.
A Multifamily Mid/High-Rise is a building with five or more dwelling units within the same structure that is more than three stories high.
Requirements
1. Rebates are only available for weatherization measures pre-authorized by Cowlitz PUD and installed by a contractor that is licensed and bonded in the State of Washington.2. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.
3. An energy audit of the building must be completed by Cowlitz PUD prior to installation of weatherization measures.
4. Existing single-family homes, manufactured homes, and multifamily buildings are eligible.
5. Cowlitz PUD does not offer a rebate for insulation installed in garages or shops. Customers who convert a garage or shop area to a living space are required to obtain a permit from Cowlitz County Building and Planning. For this type of project, Cowlitz PUD will offer a rebate after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued by Cowlitz County Building and Planning.
6. The building must have electric heat in at least 50% of the conditioned space (living area). If the home is partially heated by oil, gas, or wood, only the portion of the home with electric heat will qualify.
7. Contractors must comply with Cowlitz PUD’s and Bonneville Power Administration’s installation and material standards and specifications. To assure program standards and specifications are met, all weatherization work must be inspected by the PUD. The contractor selected is the homeowner’s choice, and the work performed is for the homeowner. The PUD merely acts as an agent for the rebate to be provided to the contractor or homeowner.
8. Insulation and any other authorized weatherization-related work must not be installed over or under rotten or pest-infested spaces and/or building components (i.e., wall studs, joists, etc.). Any needed repair work must be done at the homeowner’s expense prior to weatherization. A routine crawl space inspection by a qualified pest inspection contractor is highly recommended by the PUD prior to weatherization.
9. Insulation measure life: The “measure life” (longevity of installed material) for insulation is 45 years. Cowlitz PUD’s willingness to pay one rebate per insulation measure at any eligible residential address in Cowlitz PUD’s service territory falls within this time frame. If a rebate is paid for an insulation measure, the home is not eligible for another payment for 45 years.
10. Weatherization Assistance Program: This program provides weatherization to income-qualifying families and is administered by the Lower Columbia Community Action Program (CAP). Qualification is based on the total gross income of the individual(s) living in the home. To qualify for weatherization assistance, Cowlitz PUD must receive status verification from CAP prior to approval of any weatherization work. Contact CAP at (360) 261-6426 for more information.
11. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Call Energy Efficiency Services to determine eligibility for our program.2. If one has not been done in the past, schedule an appointment for a PUD energy audit.
3. Request bids from contractors that are licensed and bonded in the state of Washington. We recommend getting at least two bids. You can verify that a contractor is licensed at: https://secure.lni.wa.gov/verify/. Click the “Check It Out” button for tips on selecting a contractor.
4. Call or email Energy Efficiency Services to begin the bid review process. During this process, you will select the contractor of your choice, and an Energy Efficiency staff member will authorize the rebates.
5. Authorization documents will be sent by the PUD to the homeowner(s) and contractor(s), allowing for those parties to communicate and schedule the pre-authorized weatherization work.
6. Rebates will be issued after the weatherization measure(s) pass a Cowlitz PUD inspection and any inspection required by the city or county.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Schedule a FREE Home Energy Audit!
Evaluating your home's energy use is the first step to discovering upgrades that can increase comfort and lower monthly energy bills. A Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Specialist will assess your home to see where it could be losing energy, then recommend energy improvements you can take to improve the efficiency of your home.
- Find out how to increase your home's comfort and save energy!
- Learn about your insulation levels & window health.
- Learn about the age, efficiency, and condition of mechanical systems.
- Get information and access to rebates from Cowlitz PUD.
Incentive Information
We encourage you to take the Home Energy Survey prior to scheduling your energy audit.
Centrally Ducted Air Conditioner
Air conditioners cool your home by transferring heat from the inside of your home to the outside environment. A centrally ducted air system cools several rooms at once, or your entire house, and uses less electricity than multiple single units.
- Enhance the comfort of your home while saving energy.
- More efficient than room air conditioners.
- Out of the way, quiet, and easy to operate.
Incentive Information
To be eligible for a rebate, you must use a PUD Qualified Heat Pump Contractor.
Centrally Ducted Air Conditioner: $60
Centrally Ducted Air Conditioner: $60
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. New and existing single-family homes and manufactured homes with whole-home centrally ducted systems are eligible. All centrally ducted systems qualify for a rebate, including homes where the primary heating fuel is not electricity.
3. New centrally ducted air conditioner must be rated as having at least 16 SEER or at least 15.2 SEER2.
4. The installed air conditioner must have an AHRI certificate of product ratings.
5. Work must be performed by a contractor listed on the PUD’s Qualified Contractor list (www.comfortreadyhome.com).
6. Limit of one centrally ducted air conditioner rebate, per residence, every 18 years. Homes with a heated floor area greater than 4,500 square feet or with two independent duct systems may qualify for up to two rebates, when two qualifying heat pumps are installed. Contact Cowlitz PUD for more information.
7. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Get bids from one or more of the listed PUD-qualified Heat Pump Contractors.2. Choose the bid that best meets your needs and make arrangements with the contractor to have the centrally ducted air conditioner installed. Rebates will only be provided for installations completed by a PUD-qualified heat pump contractor.
3. Following installation, the contractor will complete the PUD rebate application and provide the PUD with detailed information about the installation.
4. Cowlitz PUD will review the application, and an Energy Efficiency Specialist will contact you for feedback on your program experience.
5. Cowlitz PUD will mail the rebate in accordance with the terms of the rebate application, within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
FREE Smart Thermostat
Cowlitz PUD is offering the newest Google Nest Thermostat for FREE! Through this exclusive offer, our Smart Thermostat rebate is applied instantly so there's no paperwork for you to fill out. Simply place your order below, and our fulfillment partner will ship your thermostat to your door.
Smart thermostats save energy automatically and offer the added convenience of letting you control your heating and A/C from your phone.
The Google Nest Thermostat is ENERGY STAR certified, meaning it efficiently controls your home’s heating and cooling system. Nest Thermostats can save an average of 10% to 12% on heating bills and 15% on cooling bills.
Smart thermostats save energy automatically and offer the added convenience of letting you control your heating and A/C from your phone.
The Google Nest Thermostat is ENERGY STAR certified, meaning it efficiently controls your home’s heating and cooling system. Nest Thermostats can save an average of 10% to 12% on heating bills and 15% on cooling bills.
- Adjust the thermostat from anywhere.
- Program and use it with ease.
- Save energy and increase comfort.
- Set it to vacation mode without messing up your existing setting.
Incentive Information
LIMITED TIME OFFER
FREE Google Nest Thermostat (promotion ends 9/30/2024)
Use the compatibility checker to confirm that your system is compatible, answer a few questions, then submit your order HERE.
One free smart thermostat or smart thermostat rebate per qualifying system, with a limit of two per household, every five years.
FREE Google Nest Thermostat (promotion ends 9/30/2024)
Use the compatibility checker to confirm that your system is compatible, answer a few questions, then submit your order HERE.
One free smart thermostat or smart thermostat rebate per qualifying system, with a limit of two per household, every five years.
Eligibility
• Thermostat settings must reflect the local geographic area where it has been installed.• Occupancy detection must be set to “ON.”
• If thermostat controls a heat pump, it must be programmed to control a heat pump.
Requirements
• You must be a Cowlitz PUD customer and own the home where the thermostat is installed.• You must be a residential customer with a single-family, multifamily or manufactured home.
• The Smart Thermostat must be on the qualified products list.
• The Smart Thermostat must be installed at your residence to qualify for the rebate.
• Your home must be heated with an electric furnace or heat pump (Dual fuel heating systems do not qualify).
• One free smart thermostat or smart thermostat rebate per qualifying system, with a limit of two per household, every five years.
Schedule a FREE Home Energy Audit!
Evaluating your home's energy use is the first step to discovering upgrades that can increase comfort and lower monthly energy bills. A Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Specialist will assess your home to see where it could be losing energy, then recommend energy improvements you can take to improve the efficiency of your home.
- Find out how to increase your home's comfort and save energy!
- Learn about your insulation levels & window health.
- Learn about the age, efficiency, and condition of mechanical systems.
- Get information and access to rebates from Cowlitz PUD.
Incentive Information
We encourage you to take the Home Energy Survey prior to scheduling your energy audit.
Ducted Heat Pump Upgrade or Conversion
Air-source heat pumps use up to 40% less energy than electric resistance heating systems like furnaces, baseboards, and wall heaters. They also provide cooling, so a single system can deliver year-round comfort for your home. Newer heat pumps work well in lower temperatures making them a good choice in all climates.
Heat pumps use electricity and refrigerant lines to move heat from one location to another, which is more energy efficient than creating heat. They transfer the heat out of the home in the summer and into the home during the winter. When properly installed by a trained HVAC technician, an air-source heat pump can deliver up to three times more heat energy to a home than the electrical energy it consumes.
Heat pumps use electricity and refrigerant lines to move heat from one location to another, which is more energy efficient than creating heat. They transfer the heat out of the home in the summer and into the home during the winter. When properly installed by a trained HVAC technician, an air-source heat pump can deliver up to three times more heat energy to a home than the electrical energy it consumes.
- Provides heating and cooling in one unit.
- High efficiency fans reduce noise inside the home and stabilize indoor temperatures.
- Compatible with smart thermostats.
Incentive Information
To be eligible for a rebate, the heat pump must be installed by a PUD Qualified Heat Pump Contractor. The new heat pump must meet the federal minimum efficiency standards of 14.3 SEER2 and 7.5 HSPF2.
Upgrade to a qualifying variable speed heat pump from non-electric heat, zonal electric heat, or an electric heat pump: $200
Heat pump conversion from electric forced-air furnace only:
Non-variable speed heat pump: $1,000
Variable speed heat pump: $1,200
Upgrade to a qualifying variable speed heat pump from non-electric heat, zonal electric heat, or an electric heat pump: $200
Heat pump conversion from electric forced-air furnace only:
Non-variable speed heat pump: $1,000
Variable speed heat pump: $1,200
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. New and existing single-family homes and manufactured homes are eligible.
3. Cowlitz PUD does not offer a rebate for heat pumps installed in garages or shops. Customers who convert a garage or shop area to a living space are required to obtain a permit from Cowlitz County Building and Planning. For this type of project, Cowlitz PUD will offer a rebate after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued by Cowlitz County Building and Planning.
4. For heat pump upgrades in existing homes, the existing heat type must be non-electric heat, zonal electric heat, or an electric heat pump. For conversions, the existing heat type must be an electric forced-air furnace only.
5. Heating Season Performance Factor (HSPF2) is the standard test for overall heating efficiency. The higher the HSPF2, the more efficiently the heat pump operates. Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER2) is the rating for cooling performance. The higher the SEER2, the more efficiently the heat pump cools. For heat pump upgrade and conversion rebates, the new heat pump must meet the federal minimum efficiency standards of 14.3 SEER2 and 7.5 HSPF2.
6. The installed heat pump must have an AHRI certificate of product ratings. All components of the heat pump, including indoor and outdoor components, must be AHRI-tested and certified and meet all other measure requirements.
7. Work must be performed by a contractor listed on the PUD’s Qualified Heat Pump Contractor list.
8. Heat pump must be installed and commissioned according to Bonneville Power Administration’s current air-source heat pump specifications.
9. Limit of one heat pump rebate, per residence, every 15 years. Homes with a heated floor area greater than 4,500 square feet or with two independent duct systems may qualify for up to two rebates, when two qualifying heat pumps are installed.
10. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Get bids from one or more of the listed PUD-qualified Heat Pump Contractors.2. Choose the bid that best meets your needs and make arrangements with the contractor to have the heat pump installed. Rebates will only be provided for installations completed by a PUD-qualified heat pump contractor.
3. Following installation, the contractor will complete the PUD rebate application and provide the PUD with detailed information about the installation.
4. Cowlitz PUD will review and approve the application if it meets program requirements.
5. Cowlitz PUD will mail the rebate in accordance with the terms of the rebate application, within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Ductless Heat Pump (DHP)
Highly efficient and effective, a ductless system is the ideal primary heating and cooling solution for your home if you have electric baseboards, wall heaters or an electric furnace. Ductless heating and cooling systems are ultra-quiet and designed to provide maximum comfort, control and efficiency while cutting your electric heating costs.
- Save approximately 50% on your electric heating costs
- A more comfortable home with reliable and efficient heating
- Comes standard with air conditioning
- Learn more at www.comfortreadyhome.com
Incentive Information
To be eligible for a rebate, you must use a contractor listed at www.comfortreadyhome.com. The new DHP must meet the federal minimum efficiency standards of 14.3 SEER2 and 7.5 HSPF2.
Single family or manufactured home
DHP upgrade from electric zonal heat or an electric forced-air furnace: $800
Multifamily home
DHP upgrade from electric zonal heat: $800 per dwelling unit
Single family or manufactured home
DHP upgrade from electric zonal heat or an electric forced-air furnace: $800
Multifamily home
DHP upgrade from electric zonal heat: $800 per dwelling unit
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. Work must be performed by a contractor that participates in the Comfort Ready Home program. The list of participating contractors can be found at www.comfortreadyhome.com.
3. The following building types are eligible:
• Existing single-family homes (1to 4 dwelling units under the same roof) with electric zonal heat (wall heaters, baseboard heaters or ceiling cable heat) or an electric forced-air furnace.
• Existing single-family residential additions where the primary electric or non-electric system’s ductwork has not been extended to the addition and/or where the current heating source in the addition is electric zonal.
• New or existing manufactured homes with electric zonal heat (wall heaters, baseboard heaters or ceiling cable heat) or an electric forced-air furnace.
• Existing multifamily homes (5 or more dwelling units under the same roof) with electric zonal heat (wall heaters, baseboard heaters or ceiling cable heat).
4. A failed heat pump system operating with electric-resistance back-up heat is not considered electric-resistance for the purposes of meeting pre-condition requirements.
5. Cowlitz PUD does not offer a rebate for heat pumps installed in garages or shops. Customers who convert a garage or shop area to a living space are required to obtain a permit from Cowlitz County Building and Planning. For this type of project, Cowlitz PUD will offer a rebate after the Certificate of Occupancy is issued by Cowlitz County Building and Planning.
6. DHP or ducted mini-split must be a split-system heat pump employing an inverter-driven outdoor compressor with inverter-driven or variable-speed indoor blower that meets the federal minimum efficiency standards of 14.3 SEER2 and 7.5 HSPF2.
7. The installed DHP must have an AHRI certificate of product ratings. All components of the heat pump, including indoor and outdoor components, must be AHRI-tested and certified and meet all other measure requirements.
8. The DHP must be installed on a dedicated electrical circuit, according to manufacturer’s specifications and the Comfort Ready Home Program’s “Best Practices for Installing Ductless Heat Pumps Guide.”
9. Limit of one DHP rebate, per residence, every 15 years.
10. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Get bids from one or more of the contractors participating in the Comfort Ready Home program.2. Choose the bid that best meets your needs and make arrangements with the contractor to have the ductless heat pump installed. Rebates will only be provided for installations completed by a contractor that participates in the Comfort Ready Home program.
3. Following installation, the contractor will complete the PUD rebate application and provide the PUD with detailed information about the installation.
4. Cowlitz PUD will review the application and approve it if it meets program requirements. We may also perform an onsite verification inspection.
5. Cowlitz PUD will mail the rebate in accordance with the terms of the rebate application, within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Duct Sealing
Duct sealing allows your home’s heating and cooling system to perform to its highest standard, with conditioned air flowing optimally to each room. This means less wasted energy and enhanced comfort throughout the house.
If your single-family home or manufactured home has ducts connected to an electric forced-air furnace or an electric heat pump, a qualified contractor can perform Prescriptive Duct Sealing, a service in which new or existing ductwork is repaired and sealed.
If your single-family home or manufactured home has ducts connected to an electric forced-air furnace or an electric heat pump, a qualified contractor can perform Prescriptive Duct Sealing, a service in which new or existing ductwork is repaired and sealed.
- A more comfortable home with better heating and cooling distribution.
- Savings on utility bills due to decreased energy loss.
- Potential for better indoor air quality due to leakage control.
Incentive Information
To be eligible for a rebate, you must use a PUD Qualified Heat Pump Contractor.
Duct Sealing - existing single-family home: $250
Duct Sealing – existing manufactured home: $200
Duct Sealing - existing single-family home: $250
Duct Sealing – existing manufactured home: $200
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. Existing single-family homes and manufactured homes are eligible. New construction projects are not eligible for a rebate.
3. The existing heat type must be an electric forced-air furnace or electric heat pump.
4. Work must be performed by a contractor listed on the PUD’s Qualified Heat Pump Contractor list.
5. Ducts must be sealed according to Bonneville Power Administration’s current duct sealing specifications.
6. Homes with two independent, electrically heated duct systems may qualify for up to two duct sealing rebates, provided that all other program requirements are met.
7. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Get bids from one or more of the listed PUD-qualified Heat Pump Contractors.2. Choose the bid that best meets your needs and make arrangements with the contractor to have the ducts sealed. Rebates will only be provided for duct sealing completed by a PUD-qualified heat pump contractor.
3. When the duct sealing work is finished, the contractor will complete the PUD rebate application and provide the PUD with detailed information about the installation.
4. Cowlitz PUD will review the application and approve it if it meets program requirements.
5. Cowlitz PUD will mail the rebate in accordance with the terms of the rebate application, within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Smart Thermostats
Saving money on your heating bill just got a lot smarter. Installing a Smart Thermostat can keep your home comfortable while reducing energy use. They automatically adjust to energy-saving temperatures to help you save money on your heating and cooling bills.
- Adjust the thermostat from anywhere.
- Program and use it with ease.
- Save energy and increase comfort.
- Set it to vacation mode when you are away from home.
Incentive Information
Standard Rebates:
Smart thermostat, self-installed: $140
Smart thermostat, HVAC contractor-installed: $165
LIMITED TIME OFFER (expires 9/30/2024):
FREE Google Nest thermostat! Click HERE. to use the compatibility checker to confirm that your system is compatible, answer a few questions, and then submit your order. There is no paperwork to fill out.
One free smart thermostat or smart thermostat rebate per qualifying system, with a limit of two per household, every five years.
Smart thermostat, self-installed: $140
Smart thermostat, HVAC contractor-installed: $165
LIMITED TIME OFFER (expires 9/30/2024):
FREE Google Nest thermostat! Click HERE. to use the compatibility checker to confirm that your system is compatible, answer a few questions, and then submit your order. There is no paperwork to fill out.
One free smart thermostat or smart thermostat rebate per qualifying system, with a limit of two per household, every five years.
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. Smart thermostat must:
• Be listed on BPA’s qualified products list.
• Be installed in a residence within Cowlitz PUD’s service area.
• Have occupancy detection set to “on” and be set to the geographic location where the thermostat is located.
3. Existing and new construction single-family homes, manufactured homes, and multifamily homes are eligible.
4. Home must be heated with an electric forced-air furnace or electric heat pump. Homes with dual fuel heat sources are not eligible.
5. Limit of one smart thermostat rebate per qualifying heating system with a limit of two per residence, every five years.
6. The rebate cannot exceed the purchase price of the thermostat.
7. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Purchase and install a qualifying smart thermostat.2. Complete the “Residential Smart Thermostat Rebate Application,” and attach a copy of the purchase receipt showing the brand name, model number, order/purchase date, and cost. Completed applications must be submitted to Cowlitz PUD within 90 days of purchase.
3. Cowlitz PUD will verify the information on the application. The rebate will be issued by check within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
ENERGY STAR® Certified Clothes Washer
ENERGY STAR certified clothes washers use about 25% less energy and 33% less water than regular washers. Your home must have an electric water heater to qualify for this rebate.
- Advanced technology dramatically reduces water use
- Pair with an ENERGY STAR certified dryer to save more!
Incentive Information
Top Load ENERGY STAR certified clothes washer: $30 credit to your PUD account
Front Load ENERGY STAR certified clothes washer: $35 credit to your PUD account
All-in-one washer/dryer combo units are eligible for a clothes washer rebate if the model number is on the ENERGY STAR clothes washer products list.
The rebate application can be submitted online by clicking the blue “APPLICATION” button. If you would prefer to print out the form and send it to us, click here.
Front Load ENERGY STAR certified clothes washer: $35 credit to your PUD account
All-in-one washer/dryer combo units are eligible for a clothes washer rebate if the model number is on the ENERGY STAR clothes washer products list.
The rebate application can be submitted online by clicking the blue “APPLICATION” button. If you would prefer to print out the form and send it to us, click here.
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. The clothes washer must be ENERGY STAR certified and purchased new. Used or refurbished clothes washers are not eligible.
3. All-in-one washer/dryer combo units are eligible for a clothes washer rebate if the model number is on the ENERGY STAR clothes washer products list.
4. Your home must have an electric water heater.
5. Limit of one clothes washer rebate, per residence, every five years.
6. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Purchase and install a qualifying ENERGY STAR certified clothes washer.2. Complete the “Residential Appliance Rebate Application,” and attach a copy of the purchase receipt showing the brand name, model number, order/purchase date, and cost. Completed applications must be submitted to Cowlitz PUD within 90 days of purchase.
3. If the clothes washer was purchased for new construction, submit the completed application and receipt within 90 days of purchase. The rebate will be held until we are notified that the clothes washer is installed, in-use and city or county has signed off for occupancy.
4. Cowlitz PUD will verify the information on the application. The rebate will be applied as a credit to the applicant’s Cowlitz PUD account within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
ENERGY STAR® Certified Electric Clothes Dryer
ENERGY STAR certified dryers use 20% less energy than conventional models without sacrificing features or performance. They do this by using innovative energy saving technologies, such as moisture sensors that detect when clothes are dry and automatically shut the dryer off. Spending 20% less to dry your clothes adds up fast!
- Save energy and money every month.
- ENERGY STAR units are 20% more efficient than conventional models*
- Pair with an ENERGY STAR certified washer and save more!
- *source: energystar.gov
Incentive Information
ENERGY STAR certified electric clothes dryer: $50 credit to your PUD account
All-in-one washer/dryer combo units are eligible for a clothes dryer rebate if the model number is on the ENERGY STAR clothes dryer products list.
The rebate application can be submitted online by clicking the blue “APPLICATION” button. If you would prefer to print out the form and send it to us, click here.
All-in-one washer/dryer combo units are eligible for a clothes dryer rebate if the model number is on the ENERGY STAR clothes dryer products list.
The rebate application can be submitted online by clicking the blue “APPLICATION” button. If you would prefer to print out the form and send it to us, click here.
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. The clothes dryer must be ENERGY STAR certified and purchased new. Used or refurbished clothes dryers are not eligible.
3. All-in-one washer/dryer combo units are eligible for a clothes dryer rebate if the model number is on the ENERGY STAR clothes dryer products list.
4. Limit of one clothes dryer rebate, per residence, every five years.
5. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Purchase and install a qualifying ENERGY STAR certified clothes dryer.2. Complete the “Residential Appliance Rebate Application,” and attach a copy of the purchase receipt showing the brand name, model number, order/purchase date, and cost. Completed applications must be submitted to Cowlitz PUD within 90 days of purchase.
3. If the clothes dryer was purchased for new construction, submit the completed application and receipt within 90 days of purchase. The rebate will be held until we are notified that the clothes dryer is installed, in-use and city or county has signed off for occupancy.
4. Cowlitz PUD will verify the information on the application. The rebate will be applied as a credit to the applicant’s Cowlitz PUD account within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
ENERGY STAR® Lighting
Replace incandescent bulbs with efficient, ENERGY STAR rated LED bulbs and get the same amount of light for less money!
- LED bulbs typically last 15 times longer than incandescent bulbs*
- ENERGY STAR rated LEDs use 70-90% less energy than incandescent bulbs*
- *Source: www.energystar.gov
- Click the LEARN MORE button for tips on buying LED bulbs
- CFL Disposal and Reference Guide
Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH)
Heat pump water heaters (also called hybrid water heaters) combine energy-saving heat pump technology with traditional electric elements. With a heat pump water heater, you get the same reliable hot water while using up to 60% less energy.
- Reduce water heating cost by up to 60%*
- Reduce your total electric bill by up to 10%*
- Most units have additional controls, such as temperature and away settings
- Additional tax incentives may exist
- *Learn more at https://hotwatersolutionsnw.org
Incentive Information
Standard Rebate:
Heat Pump Water Heater, 40 gallon tank: $700
Heat Pump Water Heater, BPA Tier 3, 50 gallons and above: $800
Heat Pump Water Heater, BPA Tier 4, 50 gallons and above: $900
The rebate application can be submitted online by clicking the blue “APPLICATION” button. If you would prefer to print out the form and send it to us, click here.
Cowlitz PUD offers a higher rebate on hybrid water heaters for income qualified customers who have a referral from Lower Columbia Community Action Partnership (CAP). Please call us for more information.
Heat Pump Water Heater, 40 gallon tank: $700
Heat Pump Water Heater, BPA Tier 3, 50 gallons and above: $800
Heat Pump Water Heater, BPA Tier 4, 50 gallons and above: $900
The rebate application can be submitted online by clicking the blue “APPLICATION” button. If you would prefer to print out the form and send it to us, click here.
Cowlitz PUD offers a higher rebate on hybrid water heaters for income qualified customers who have a referral from Lower Columbia Community Action Partnership (CAP). Please call us for more information.
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. Existing single-family homes and manufactured homes are eligible. New construction projects are not eligible.
3. The installed HPWH must replace an existing electric-resistance storage water heater.
4. The installed HPWH must be Tier 3 or above and listed on BPA’s Qualified Products List.
5. HPWH must be installed according to manufacturer’s specifications. Refer to the manufacturer’s installation instructions for guidance on location and recommendations for ducting and condensate lines.
6. Limit of one heat pump water heater rebate, per residence, every ten years.
7. Rebate cannot exceed the total cost of purchase and installation of the HPWH.
8. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Purchase and install a qualifying heat pump water heater.2. Complete the “Residential Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate Application,” and attach a copy of the purchase receipt showing the brand name, model number, order/purchase date, and cost. Completed applications must be submitted to Cowlitz PUD within 90 days of purchase.
3. Cowlitz PUD will verify the information on the application. The rebate will be issued by check within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Hot Water Safety
From a safety and cost-savings standpoint, lowering the temperature makes a lot of sense. Check out these facts:
Time it takes to produce serious burns:
150º F - 2 SECONDS
140º F - 5 SECONDS
130º F - 30 SECONDS
120º F - 10 MINUTES
To Check and Adjust:
Although some manufacturers set water heater thermostats at 140ºF, most households usually only require them to be set at 120ºF, which also slows mineral buildup and corrosion in your water heater and pipes. Water heated at 140ºF also poses a safety hazard—scalding. Savings resulting from turning down your water heater temperature are based on two components: reduced standby losses (heat lost from water heater into surrounding basement area); and consumption (from water demand or use in your home). Set too high, or at 140ºF, your water heater can produce standby heat loss resulting in energy waste.
• Run hot water at the faucet nearest your water heater.
• Measure the water temperature with a cooking thermometer. If it’s above 120º F, consider turning it down.
• You will need a flat-tip screwdriver and possibly a Phillips screwdriver. We also suggest using gloves, as you will be working around insulation.
• TURN OFF THE ELECTRICITY TO YOUR WATER HEATER PRIOR TO MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. This is done by switching off the appropriate breaker at your electric panel.
• Remove the thermostat access panel(s) and cover(s). Do not remove the plastic protectors covering the thermostats.
• Using a flat tip screwdriver, rotate the adjusting knobs to the desired setting.
• Replace the covers and access panels, and turn on the electrical supply.
Time it takes to produce serious burns:
150º F - 2 SECONDS
140º F - 5 SECONDS
130º F - 30 SECONDS
120º F - 10 MINUTES
To Check and Adjust:
Although some manufacturers set water heater thermostats at 140ºF, most households usually only require them to be set at 120ºF, which also slows mineral buildup and corrosion in your water heater and pipes. Water heated at 140ºF also poses a safety hazard—scalding. Savings resulting from turning down your water heater temperature are based on two components: reduced standby losses (heat lost from water heater into surrounding basement area); and consumption (from water demand or use in your home). Set too high, or at 140ºF, your water heater can produce standby heat loss resulting in energy waste.
• Run hot water at the faucet nearest your water heater.
• Measure the water temperature with a cooking thermometer. If it’s above 120º F, consider turning it down.
• You will need a flat-tip screwdriver and possibly a Phillips screwdriver. We also suggest using gloves, as you will be working around insulation.
• TURN OFF THE ELECTRICITY TO YOUR WATER HEATER PRIOR TO MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS. This is done by switching off the appropriate breaker at your electric panel.
• Remove the thermostat access panel(s) and cover(s). Do not remove the plastic protectors covering the thermostats.
• Using a flat tip screwdriver, rotate the adjusting knobs to the desired setting.
• Replace the covers and access panels, and turn on the electrical supply.
Schedule a FREE Home Energy Audit!
Evaluating your home's energy use is the first step to discovering upgrades that can increase comfort and lower monthly energy bills. A Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Specialist will assess your home to see where it could be losing energy, then recommend energy improvements you can take to improve the efficiency of your home.
- Find out how to increase your home's comfort and save energy!
- Learn about your insulation levels & window health.
- Learn about the age, efficiency, and condition of mechanical systems.
- Get information and access to rebates from Cowlitz PUD.
Incentive Information
We encourage you to take the Home Energy Survey prior to scheduling your energy audit.
Split-System Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH)
Split-system heat pump water heaters (HPWH) have interior storage tanks and compressors installed outside the house. The heat pump compressor takes heat from the outdoor air and transfers the heat to the water.
- Save energy and lower your utility bill
- At least twice as efficient as a standard electric resistance water heater
- Flexibility in installation location
Incentive Information
Split-System Heat Pump Water Heater, any size tank: $1,100
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. New and existing single-family homes, manufactured homes, and multifamily homes are eligible. In existing homes, the new HPWH must replace an existing electric-resistance storage water heater.
3. The installed HPWH must be listed on Bonneville Power Administration’s (BPA) Qualified Products List.
4. HPWH must be a split type system with the outdoor unit installed outside the house.
5. HPWH must be installed according to manufacturer’s specifications and BPA requirements, including but not limited to:
• All water or refrigerant lines connecting the tank and outdoor units must be insulated with minimum R-4;
• If domestic hot water pipes outdoors are freeze-protected with heat cable, the cable must be installed per manufacturer’s instructions, underneath the insulation, and be thermostatically controlled to prevent the tape from operating above 38 degrees Fahrenheit;
• No resistance heating is allowed (except heat tape for freeze protection); and
• The system must be plumbed with a thermal mixing valve which is equipped with internal check valves on the hot and cold water lines connecting to it.
6. Limit of one split-system heat pump water heater rebate, per residence, every 15 years.
7. Rebate cannot exceed the total cost of purchase and installation of the HPWH.
8. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Purchase and install a qualifying split-system heat pump water heater.2. Complete the “Residential Split-System Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate Application,” and attach a copy of the purchase receipt showing the brand name, model number, order/purchase date, and cost. Completed applications must be submitted to Cowlitz PUD within 90 days of purchase.
3. Cowlitz PUD will verify the information on the application. The rebate will be issued by check within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Northwest Energy Efficient Manufactured Housing Program™ (NEEM)
NEEM and Energy Star® labeled manufactured homes are built to save up to 30% on heating bills, compared to manufactured homes built to federal standards.
- Better built, more comfortable homes
- Increased insulation levels in the ceiling, floor and walls
- Energy efficient, low-e, double pane vinyl windows
- Insulated & sealed entry doors
- Sealed and tested heating ducts
- Tighter overall construction to reduce drafts
Incentive Information
New NEEM 1.1 manufactured home: $1,200
New NEEM 2.0 manufactured home: $1,400
Replacement of pre-1976 manufactured home with new NEEM 1.1 home: $2,200
Replacement of pre-1976 manufactured home with new NEEM 2.0 home: $2,500
New NEEM 2.0 manufactured home: $1,400
Replacement of pre-1976 manufactured home with new NEEM 1.1 home: $2,200
Replacement of pre-1976 manufactured home with new NEEM 2.0 home: $2,500
Requirements
1. You must be an active Cowlitz PUD customer served by a residential rate. To be eligible for a rebate, your account must be in good standing. Cowlitz PUD reserves the right to withhold rebate funds and apply to past-due account balance.2. Manufactured home must be new, electrically heated, and be designed, constructed, and certified by the Northwest Energy Efficient Manufactured Housing Program (NEEM).
3. Home must be sited within Cowlitz PUD’s electric service area.
4. For pre-1976 manufactured home replacement rebates:
• The existing manufactured home must have been built prior to 1976, be electrically heated, and be occupied as a residence.
• The existing manufactured home must be decommissioned and disposed of and cannot be used as a dwelling unit once the new NEEM home is sited.
5. Program requirements and available rebates are subject to change without prior notice.
Steps to Participate
1. Work with your manufactured home dealer to select an eligible NEEM home.2. After the new home is sited and ready for occupancy, complete the “Residential NEEM Certified Home Rebate Application,” and attach the original “NEEM Certificate of Compliance.” Retain a copy for your records.
3. For pre-1976 manufactured home replacement rebates, attach a completed “Manufactured Home Replacement Documentation Form.” Contact Cowlitz PUD for this form.
4. Completed applications must be submitted to Cowlitz PUD within 90 days of occupancy date.
5. Cowlitz PUD will verify the information on the application and conduct an onsite quality inspection to ensure program specifications are met. The rebate will be issued by check within eight weeks of approval.
Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at:
(360) 501-9514 • Toll-Free: (800) 631-1131 • Email: eeservices@cowlitzpud.org
Schedule a FREE Home Energy Audit!
Evaluating your home's energy use is the first step to discovering upgrades that can increase comfort and lower monthly energy bills. A Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Specialist will assess your home to see where it could be losing energy, then recommend energy improvements you can take to improve the efficiency of your home.
- Find out how to increase your home's comfort and save energy!
- Learn about your insulation levels & window health.
- Learn about the age, efficiency, and condition of mechanical systems.
- Get information and access to rebates from Cowlitz PUD.
Incentive Information
We encourage you to take the Home Energy Survey prior to scheduling your energy audit.
Home Energy Loan Program
Other Languages: Chuukese (pdf)
Are you Interested in saving money on your monthly electric bill?
Completing energy conservation projects in your home is a great opportunity to reducing utility costs and improving overall comfort for years to come.
Cowlitz PUD and Fibre Federal Credit Union have formed a partnership focused on making energy efficiency more accessible and affordable to everyone. In the Home Energy Loan Program, rebates available for completed conservation projects can be applied to home energy loans reducing overall interest rates – lowering to zero in most cases!
Are you eligible?
• Are you a Cowlitz PUD customer?
• Do you own a home?
• Have you been thinking about completing energy conservation upgrades in your home?
If you said yes to all the questions above and want to find out if your energy project qualifies for a home energy loan, please contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at 360-501-9514 (office), 800-631-1131 (Toll-Free), or eeservices@cowlitzpud.org.
Loan Program Structure
Five energy efficient programs are available for financing. These programs include:
Insulation
Windows
Ductless Heat Pump
Ducted Heat Pump
Heat Pump Water Heater
Available Loans
Minimum Loan Amount: $2,000
Maximum Loan Amount: $12,000
Terms as long as 60 months but not all projects will qualify
Loan applications in excess of $12,000 may require additional loan solutions. Talk with your FFCU Loan Officer for more information.
How do I get started?
1. Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services to learn about the energy program, rebate availability, and program participation requirements.
2. Complete the Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program Participation Form. Obtain at least one (1) contractor bid for the energy project. We encourage you to obtain at least two (2) bids.
3. Obtain project pre-approval from Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services.
Are you Interested in saving money on your monthly electric bill?
Completing energy conservation projects in your home is a great opportunity to reducing utility costs and improving overall comfort for years to come.
Cowlitz PUD and Fibre Federal Credit Union have formed a partnership focused on making energy efficiency more accessible and affordable to everyone. In the Home Energy Loan Program, rebates available for completed conservation projects can be applied to home energy loans reducing overall interest rates – lowering to zero in most cases!
Are you eligible?
• Are you a Cowlitz PUD customer?
• Do you own a home?
• Have you been thinking about completing energy conservation upgrades in your home?
If you said yes to all the questions above and want to find out if your energy project qualifies for a home energy loan, please contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services at 360-501-9514 (office), 800-631-1131 (Toll-Free), or eeservices@cowlitzpud.org.
Loan Program Structure
Five energy efficient programs are available for financing. These programs include:
Insulation
Windows
Ductless Heat Pump
Ducted Heat Pump
Heat Pump Water Heater
Available Loans
Minimum Loan Amount: $2,000
Maximum Loan Amount: $12,000
Terms as long as 60 months but not all projects will qualify
Loan applications in excess of $12,000 may require additional loan solutions. Talk with your FFCU Loan Officer for more information.
How do I get started?
1. Contact Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services to learn about the energy program, rebate availability, and program participation requirements.
2. Complete the Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program Participation Form. Obtain at least one (1) contractor bid for the energy project. We encourage you to obtain at least two (2) bids.
3. Obtain project pre-approval from Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Services.
Schedule a FREE Home Energy Audit!
Evaluating your home's energy use is the first step to discovering upgrades that can increase comfort and lower monthly energy bills. A Cowlitz PUD Energy Efficiency Specialist will assess your home to see where it could be losing energy, then recommend energy improvements you can take to improve the efficiency of your home.
- Find out how to increase your home's comfort and save energy!
- Learn about your insulation levels & window health.
- Learn about the age, efficiency, and condition of mechanical systems.
- Get information and access to rebates from Cowlitz PUD.
Incentive Information
We encourage you to take the Home Energy Survey prior to scheduling your energy audit.