In-Home Energy Evaluation
MTEMC, in partnership with TVA, offers the In-Home Energy Evaluation. Reduce your power usage and receive cash incentives for installing energy-efficiency improvements.
Participants pay an up-front fee of $150 for the evaluation. If any recommended improvements are made over $150, the fee will be reimbursed. Plus, you will be reimbursed 50% of the installation cost up to $500.
- Call 1-866-441-1430 to arrange for an in-home evaluation by a TVA-certified evaluator.
- The evaluator will inspect your home and create a report outlining the potential energy-efficiency modifications and available incentives or financing.
- Improvements must be made by a member of the Quality Contractor Network. You will be provided a list to choose from.
- All home improvements need to be completed within 90 days. The work will be inspected to ensure that everything is installed properly to maximize savings.
- You will receive a cash incentive after submitting your receipts for completed work.
Cash Incentive Option
| Energy Efficiency Measure | Requirement | Cash Incentive | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Replace windows | Energy Star | $500 | |
| Storm windows | energy right | $500 | |
| Duct repair/replacement & sealing | - Existing HVAC - Air distribution |
$500 | |
| Rehabilitation work | - Minor repairs - Pre-approval |
$250 | |
| Attic insulation/ventilation (must be nonpowered) | energy right | $500 | |
| Floor/perimeter insulation and ground cover | - energy right - Allowed by codes |
$500 | |
| Exterior wall insulation | - Knee walls only - R18 or greater |
$500 | |
| Water heater insulation | Electric only | $50 | |
| Air sealing (including weatherstrip and caulk) | energy right | $500 | |
| Self-installed insulation, caulk, weatherstrip, & rehabilitation | - Cost of materials - Pre-approval |
$250 | |
| HVAC tune-up | Performed by QCN contractor | $150 |
The following recommendations are not eligible for a cash incentive:
- Water heaters
- Storm doors
- Clothes washers and dryers
- Window film/solar screens
- Radiant barriers
- Refrigerators
- Dishwashers
- Room air conditioners
- Programmable thermostats
- Insulated garage doors
Note: To qualify for an In-Home Evaluation, you must own your property and have electric service at your address for at least one year.