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No-cost energy efficient upgrades for qualified customers
At Dominion Energy, we're committed to helping all our customers have an energy-efficient and comfortable home. So, we offer our Income and Age Qualifying Energy Efficiency Program to provide no cost energy efficient upgrades to qualified customers.
The program is available to eligible customers in our Virginia service territory. If you qualify, an energy expert will examine your home, generate a custom energy assessment report, and install the selected energy-saving products. No products will be installed without the customer's permission.
To determine if you're eligible to participate in this program, review the Frequently Asked Questions below. Call 888-366-8280 then select option 2 for additional program information.
Note: By participating in this program, you are signifying your agreement to the Terms and Conditions of the program.
What is the Income and Age-Qualifying Home Improvement program?
The Income and Age Qualifying Energy Efficiency Program provides in-home energy assessments and installation of select energy-saving products at no cost to you. Income and age qualifying families are eligible for this no-cost in-home energy assessment conducted by local weatherization service providers. If you qualify, an energy expert will examine your home, generate a custom energy assessment report, and install the selected energy-saving upgrades.
No upgrades will be installed without the homeowner's permission. The homeowner or an authorized tenant will need to sign the application form that will state "I am the homeowner, or I am authorized by the homeowner to have improvements made to my premise."
What is the difference between the Income and Age-Qualifying Home Improvement program and other home efficiency assessment and improvement programs?
The Income and Age Qualifying Energy Efficiency Program is an assessment and improvement program for Dominion Energy customers meeting eligibility requirements in Virginia. This program is offered by Dominion Energy and approved by the Virginia State Corporation Commission.
For further assistance with home efficiency improvements, the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development also offers a Weatherization Assistance Program. This program provides weatherization assistance to qualifying individuals through local weatherization assistance providers. You may contact your local weatherization assistance provider for more information on programs for which you may be eligible.
What is included in the Income and Age-Qualifying Home Improvement program?
The Income and Age Qualifying Energy Efficiency Program currently offers the following installed energy-saving measures:
Restrictions apply. Contact your local weatherization service provider to learn more.
Who conducts the energy assessment?
Energy assessments and installations will be conducted by qualified, local weatherization service providers who currently offer weatherization related services through the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development and have been approved by the Income and Age-Qualifying Home Improvement program to complete assessments and install the selected energy-saving products.
Whether you’ve initiated an assessment or a local weatherization service provider has contacted you (Dominion Energy sometimes sends local weatherization service providers door-to-door in certain neighborhoods), be sure to take these steps before you allow them access to your home:
Are there any charges (or hidden charges) involved with this assessment?
No. All services are being provided by Dominion Energy and are offered at no cost to qualified customers.
When will I receive my energy assessment report?
The weatherization service provider will provide the energy assessment report to the resident after the measures have been installed. The report will provide information on program improvements that were completed. The weatherization service provider will provide a copy of the report on the spot, through the mail or through an email following the assessment and improvements.
How long will the energy assessment take? How long will it take to make the improvements?
A typical assessment through the Income and Age Qualifying Energy Efficiency Program will take approximately one to two hours. The energy expert will let you how long it will take to install the improvements, depending on the size of the premise this may take one to two days. In addition, you may also be eligible to participate in the Virginia Weatherization Assistance Program. Discuss with your weatherization service provider the time commitment necessary to participate.
Will the improvements be made the same day as my energy assessment?
There will be times when the weatherization service providers will complete the work on the same day. However, if attic insulation is to be installed a separate appointment will be made at the time of the assessment.
Can I be home during the energy assessment?
Yes, the resident is required to be home during the assessment. If the resident cannot be there, the appointment will be rescheduled to a time when you can be present.
Which areas of my home will the weatherization service provider need to access during the energy assessment?
The weatherization service provider will need access to every room in the home (excluding closets), the exterior of the home, the attic and the basement.
Who is eligible?
The Income and Age-Qualifying Energy Efficiency Program is available to qualified customers in our Virginia service territory. A household whose annual income does not exceed 80% of the local area median income as set forth by Virginia Housing or 60% of the state median income as determined by Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, whichever is greater. Or a customer 60 years or older with a household income that does not exceed 120% of the state median income, as defined by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. The program is available to qualified individuals living in single-family residences, townhomes, mobile homes, or separately metered multi-family dwellings (such as apartments or condominiums) with electric or non-electric heating and/or electric cooling.
How do I know I am eligible for this program?
Contact a weatherization service provider that serves your community.
Are there any additional requirements to receive the energy improvements?
Yes. You will be asked to read and sign the program consent form that states that you desire to have the work performed and that either you are the homeowner or that you are authorized by the homeowner to have the improvements made to your premise. No energy measure will be installed without the homeowner's permission. You must be a Dominion Energy (Virginia) Power residential customer.
What is an energy assessment?
An energy assessment can help you evaluate what energy-saving options you can take to improve your home's energy efficiency. A professionally trained weatherization service provider will come to your home and gather information on the current condition of the home, and key areas such as lighting, space, HVAC system, and appliances. They will advise you on efficiency tips and other resources to maximize your home's energy efficiency needs. All information will be presented to the customer shortly after the assessment.
Is an energy assessment and the program sponsored improvements really worth it?
Yes. An energy assessment helps you systematically identify the areas where your home's energy consumption is high. The program-sponsored improvements are aimed at reducing the energy use in your home, in key areas such as lighting, space air-conditioning (i.e., heating and cooling) and water heating.
I've been told the Income and Age-Qualifying Home Improvement Program does not plan to be in my area this year. What other resources are available to me to help make my home more energy efficient?
Contact your local weatherization service provider for more information on weatherization programs for which you may be eligible.
Visit Dominion Energy's energy calculators to determine how to save energy in your home. By entering personalized information about your home into the calculators, you can receive a custom report with tips including no cost, low cost, and more ways to improve the efficiency of your home.
If you're interested in a comprehensive home energy assessment, contact a professional. They use a variety of techniques and equipment to determine the energy efficiency of your home. Equipment such as blower doors measure air leaks and infrared cameras find air infiltration and missing insulation. Start today for a more efficient home tomorrow.
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