Insulation rebates

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Overview

Adding insulation to your home brings many benefits — most notably better energy efficiency and improved year-round comfort. Chelan PUD offers several rebates depending on where you're adding new insulation levels and the amount of existing insulation you had in the space. 

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Applies to owners of any existing home type (no new construction).

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The customer's home must be primarily heated with electric, permanently-installed heat.

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Insulation must be added to a heated living space (no garages or sunrooms).

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Installation may be done by a contractor or do-it-yourself.

 

Insulation Rebates

Chelan PUD offers rebates by the square foot (sq. ft.) depending on your existing insulation level (R-value). Not sure what R-value of insulation you have currently? See the R-value section below.

No Current Insulation?

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Bare Attic

$2.50 per sq. ft.

You're adding insulation to an attic that was previously without insulation (R0). 

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Bare Wall

$1.75 per sq. ft.

You're adding insulation to a wall that was previously without insulation (R0).

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Bare Floor

$0.90 per sq. ft.

You're adding insulation to a floor that was previously without insulation (R0).

Some Existing Insulation?

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Attic Boost

$0.90 per sq. ft.

You're adding insulation to an attic that previously had light insulation (R11 and under).

 

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Your Current Insulation

Take a look in your attic or crawlspace — what does your insulation look like?

Read the descriptions below to help identify what insulation type you have currently and determine its R-value.

 

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R-Value

R-value is a number that tells you how well insulation can keep heat from passing through it. The higher the R-value, the better the insulation works to keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer.

If you have existing insulation: Measure the depth of your insulation (take a photo!) and refer to the types of insulation listed in the section below to calculate your current total R-value.

Common Insulation Types

  • Batts (Fiberglass Rolls): Lightweight yellow, pink, or white insulation that looks like sheets of cotton candy. Measure its depth and multiple by 3.2 to get your total R-value.
  • Granules: Small, pebble-like particles may be vermiculite or perlite. Multiply the depth by 2.7 for the R-value. Important! This type may contain asbestos — professional testing and removal may be necessary.
  • Paper Fibers: Gray, fluffy fibers that resemble shredded newspaper are probably cellulose insulation. Multiply the depth by 3.7 for the R-value
  • Dense Fibers: Heavy, gray or off-white material — sometimes with black specks — is likely rock wool insulation. Multiply the depth by 2.8 for the R-value.
  • Loose Fibers: Light, fluffy yellow, pink, or white material that isn't in batt form is likely loose-fill fiberglass. Multiply the depth by 2.5 for the R-value.

 

Rebate Details

  • Any existing home type (no new construction).
  • Home must be primarily heated with electric, permanently-installed heat (baseboard, wall heaters, resistance furnace, radiant heat, or ducted mini splits).
  • Insulation must be added to a heated living space (no garages or sunrooms).
  • May be installed by a contractor or do-it-yourself (DIY). Find local contractors.

Insulation Requirements:

  • Attic: Insulation must achieve R38 or greater and previously have been R11 or less
  • Wall: Insulation must achieve R11 or greater and previously have been uninsulated (R0)
  • Floor: Insulation must achieve R19 or greater and previously have been uninsulated (R0)

 

Pre-Application Checklist

Applications must be submitted within 6 months of contractor installation or 1 year from purchase for do-it-yourself (DIY) installation. 

Here's what you'll need to have handy before you start the application:

  1. Receipt or contractor invoice showing cost, insulation square footage, and R-factor ratings. 
  2. If contractor installed, complete a Certificate of Insulation.
  3. If self-installed, you'll need photos of the depth of the insulation before and after installation.
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Apply Online

Fill out the application and submit it online using the customer application form.

Apply Now

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Print & Mail

Fill out an Insulation Rebate Application (English) or Aislamiento formulario para reembolsos (Español) and mail it to the PUD for processing. 

Chelan County PUD
PO Box 1231
Wenatchee, WA 98807-1231

 

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Process Overview

1. Installation

Find a contractor or DIY install insulation to qualifying R-value levels (just remember to take before photos if doing DIY!).

2. Gather Documentation

Gather the receipt or invoice along with other required documentation.

3. Apply

Submit the rebate application and documentation to Chelan PUD.

4. Review

We'll review your application and may inspect the installation.

5. Get Your Rebate

If approved, you'll receive a rebate check by mail in 6-8 weeks.

 

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30% Tax Credit

In addition to Chelan PUD rebates, homeowners may qualify for a federal tax credit of 30% of project costs up to a maximum of $1,200. Verify eligibility before installing your insulation.

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EnergySmart Financing

Yes! This project qualifies for low-rate EnergySmart financing.

 

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Questions?

We're here to help! Talk to a Chelan PUD energy advisor with the Customer Energy Solutions team.

Call (509) 661-8008 or send an email.