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with state-sponsored program in New York, that offers FREE innovative solutions to help homeowners save energy, money and live more comfortably

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Increase savings

Air leaks

- 24 %

Optimise energy use

Unlock savings with free energy upgrades

Embrace sustainability through our free energy solutions, available to homeowners and renters alike.

Save up to 25%

Free upgrades

Main benefits and gains you'll attain

Energy audits can save homeowners up to 25% on their energy bills annually by identifying improvements that increase energy efficiency. Additionally, free energy efficiency upgrades are available to NYSERDA eligible New Yorkers, with over 250,000 neighbors already benefiting.

  • Committed to eco-friendly construction

  • Safeguarding the environment

  • Follow Building Performance Institute guidelines for home evaluations and improvements

Energy efficiency services

Whether you own or rent your home, R-energy Consult will assess your property's energy efficiency.

  • Energy-efficient refrigerator and freezer.

    Fridge and Freezer Swap

    Energy-efficient replacements for your old appliances.

  • Insulation improvement.

    All-Season Insulation

    Improve insulation to stay cozy in all seasons.

  • Eco friendly home.

    Draft-Free Living

    Seal gaps to eliminate drafts and conserve energy.

  • Green energy lighting.

    Green Lighting

    Modern lighting options for eco-conscious illumination.

  • Energy-efficient home.

    Custom Energy Tips

    Customized advice to cut costs in your daily energy usage.

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    Certified

    All services are provided by certified contractors from R-energy Consult.

Our procedure step by step

It's actually very simple and consists of the following three steps.

  • Document approval.

    First steps after approval

    After receiving approval, an accredited contractor will contact you within a week ... to schedule a comprehensive energy assessment of your home. The assessment, which typically takes one to three hours, takes a "whole house" approach, evaluating your home's heating, insulation, electricity usage, and daily activities.

  • House evaluation.

    Evaluation process

    During the assessment, the contractor may provide minor improvements at no cost ... , such as installing high-efficiency lighting, adjusting thermostat settings, checking hot water temperature, and evaluating the need for high-efficiency showerheads and aerators. The contractor may also assess the energy use of refrigerators and freezers, check for carbon monoxide, and evaluate the need for additional measures to reduce heating costs, such as evaluating the heating system, inspecting ducts or pipes for heat distribution, assessing insulation levels, measuring air leakage with a blower door test, and checking for gas leaks.

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    Conclusion

    Based on the assessment, the contractor may recommend efficiency measures to NYSERDA ... , and if approved, the contractor will return to install them at NO COST TO YOU. Final tests will be conducted to ensure that the energy efficiency measures are working effectively.

Common household air leaks

Air leaks in homes are an increasingly frequent problem that needs to be solved permanently by adapting the home with the latest system that we offer

Sources of air leaks

  1. Letter 'A' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Behind kneewalls

  2. Letter 'B' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Attic hatch

  3. Letter 'C' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Wiring holes

  4. Letter 'D' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Plumbing vent

  5. Letter 'E' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Open soffit (the box that hides recessed lights)

  6. Letter 'F' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Recessed lights

  7. Letter 'G' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Furnace flue or duct chaseways (the hollow box or wall feature that hides ducts)

  8. Letter 'H' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Basement rim joists (where the foundation meets the wood framing)

  9. Letter 'I' indicating the location of an air leak in a house image.

    Windows and doors

Effects of air leaks

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    Cold outside air drawn into the house

  • Red arrow

    Heated inside air drawn into the attic

Visualization of typical household air leakage points

Requirements for the eligibility

The criteria for our processes are straightforward and easy to understand

Do you qualify for programs like HEAP or SNAP?

If so, you likely qualify for NYSERDA's sponsored program. More people than ever qualify for free home improvements under the EmPower+ program. See the next section for more information on who qualifies based on household size, and then contact us right away for more information about this benefit.

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EmPower+ Income Eligibility Guidelines 2023-2024:

  • One person

    Income less than:

    $39,864 / year

  • Two persons

    Combined income less than:

    $52,140 / year

  • Three persons

    Combined income less than:

    $64,404 / year

  • Four persons

    Combined income less than:

    $76,680 / year

  • Five persons

    Combined income less than:

    $88,944 / year

  • Six persons

    Combined income less than:

    $101,208 / year

Eco friendly home