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.