Emerald People’s Utility District
33733 Seavey Loop Road
Eugene OR 97405
541-746-1583

Window and Door Upgrade Program – Save Money & Increase Comfort

Window and Door Upgrade Program – Save Money & Increase Comfort logo
Thanks to advances in technology, today's ENERGY STAR® certified windows and doors offer greater savings than ever before. Replacing old windows with ENERGY STAR® certified windows lowers household energy bills by an average of 12 percent.* We’ve designed our program to help you pay for these long-lasting upgrades!
  • Save energy and money every month
  • Be more comfortable in your home, no matter the season.
  • Reduce noise and exterior pollutants
  • Could provide up to 12% savings on your annual energy bills
  • *source: energystar.gov

Incentive Information

Emerald can help you install energy saving windows and doors in your home. Window rebates are paid by the square foot and rebates for new exterior doors are a flat rate per door. We’re here to help you assess opportunities, select experienced installers to provide you with quotes, and guide you through the entire project process. We’ve partnered with Pacific Cascade Federal Credit Union to provide you with an optional zero-interest loan up to $5,000 to make these upgrades even easier!

PREMIUM WINDOW REPLACEMENT: Units with U-Value 0.22 or lower
$8/SF not to exceed 50% of cost OR Interest Free Financing up to $5,000

ENERGY STAR EXTERIOR DOOR
$40.00/Unit not to exceed 70% of cost
Eligibility
• Home is an existing residential housing unit located within Emerald’s service area.
• Home has permanently installed electric heat. Emerald shall verify weather-related electric heating use.
• Participant is authorized to make home improvements.
• Loan eligibility decided by Pacific Cascade Federal Credit Union.
• The program does not apply to new construction, additions that expand the home’s square or cubic footage, or replacement of existing vinyl windows.
• All windows require pre- and post-inspection by an EPUD representative. Participant authorizes Emerald to conduct quality inspections.
Requirements
• A FREE Home Energy Audit from Emerald is required to confirm insulation levels. Schedule now and discover additional efficiency opportunities and incentives.
Min. Insulation: Attic of R-49, Wall of R-11, Floor of R-30

• Incentives are available for existing single pane of any frame type, double pane of non-vinyl frame type, or sliding glass doors of non-vinyl frame type. Eligible measures include Premium Windows with NFRC U-Value rating of 0.22 or lower and eligible glass doors with U-value up to 0.30.
• Windows and doors must be installed in accordance with the current Residential Weatherization Specification.
• Installation must be completed within 90 days of project pre-authorization.
Steps to Participate
We can help you identify savings opportunities, find qualified contractors, and ensure compliance with program requirements.

1. Confirm eligibility for your program.
2. Schedule a Free Home Energy audit with the Emerald Energy Services team by calling 541-746-1583.
3. Find approved contractors and get project cost estimates; we suggest getting at least 3 quotes.
4. Complete your project’s rebate application and submit to Emerald for pre-authorization.
5. After Emerald approves your project, have your contractor proceed with your installation.
6. Emerald will review your completed project and contact you or your contractor to perform any required on-site inspections.
7. Submit all required project documentation to Emerald.
8. Emerald will authorize rebate payment upon final approval.

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