Building Shell Improvements | Minimum Efficiency Required |
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Replacement Exterior Doors | Energy Star® |
Replacement Windows | Energy Star® |
Air Sealing and Insulation | |
ES Certification not required, provided that all of the following must be completed: |
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--Air sealing of the home and ducts is performed, and | |
--Ceiling insulation installed achieves R-38 or better*, and | |
--Floor insulation installed achieves R-25 or better*, and | |
--Wall insulation installed achieves R-15 or better* | |
*Unless structural limitations prevent achievement of these insulation levels, in which instances the maximum R-value that can be achieved is required. |
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HVAC Measures-Replacement | |
Air Source Heat Pump | Energy Star® |
Central AC | Energy Star® |
Furnaces | Energy Star® |
Groundsource Heat Pumps (closed loop systems^) | Energy Star® Tier 1 |
Ceiling Fans | Energy Star® |
Programmable Thermostats | |
Water Heating Measures-Replacement | |
Water Heater (electric heat pump) | Energy Star® |
Water Heater (gas storage) | Energy Star® |
Water Heater (tankless) | Energy Star® |
Water Heater (solar+) | Energy Star® |
Interested in MGE rebates? First, conduct a home energy audit using a certified Home Performance with ENERGY STAR auditor and implement at least one of the qualifying improvements recommended by your auditor. Then, apply for HELP through Independence Power & Light. By following this process, you could qualify for up to $600 in bill credits from Spire!
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