Insulation Rebates & Resources — Promote Efficiency, Get Rewarded
There are rewards in efficiency. DTE Energy Company, Metro Detroit’s energy powerhouse, offers rebates and other incentives for maximized efficiency efforts like new and improved insulation and air sealing efforts. There are often additional state, federal and other rebate and incentive programs that offer efficiency rewards also.
Links to find more information about the current incentives and rebates for improved home efficiency:
Links & Resources
- Owens Corning Home Comfort Quiz
- Energy Efficiency & New Homes
- Codes & The Building Process
- Recommended R-value for your area us the U.S. Department of Energy’s Zip Code Insulation Calculator
NEW! Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credits
With the latest tax credits and incentives, now is the time to improve the energy efficiency of your home. Check out these unique ways to cover some of your project costs through the tax credits and rebates available to you.
Residential Efficiency Tax Credit
The Residential Efficiency Tax Credit offers homeowners the opportunity to receive a tax credit of 30% for insulation and air sealing materials installed in their primary residence—up to $1,200 in costs. The credit is available on a yearly basis until December 31, 2032. After installation, use IRS Form 5695 to apply for the credit.
Learn more about the federal insulation tax credit here.
Rebates through the HOMES Act
Rebates are available for homeowners who make performance-based whole home efficiency upgrades. The rebate savings include:
- For homes achieving 20-35% modeled energy savings – rebate of the lesser of $2,000 or 50% project cost.
- For homes achieving at least 35% modeled energy savings – rebate of the lesser of $4,000 or 50% project cost.
- For homes achieving at least 15% measured energy savings – rebate payment rate per kWh saved, equal to $2,000 for a 20% reduction, or 50% project cost.
Department of Energy (DOE) Electrification Program
The DOE Electrification Program offers rebates for insulation, air sealing and ventilation upgrades for eligible homeowners. Specifications include:
- 50% of the cost of insulation up to $1,600 for households with annual incomes of 80-150% of area median income.
- 100% of the cost of insulation up to $1,600 for households with annual incomes less than 80% of area median income.
Learn if you qualify for these or any other rebates in your area at www.dsireusa.org.