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If your heating and cooling equipment is getting old and the costs of maintenance are climbing, it’s time to replace your HVAC system. But when you consider the costs and benefits of this approach, there’s a factor you may be overlooking: energy rebates. With the help of your state or local government or a local utility company, you may be able to more easily afford your home upgrades as long as you’re committed to choosing energy efficient options.

How It Works

Governments and major companies often subsidize energy efficient heating and cooling equipment because it reduces demand on existing electricity and fuel sources and has less of an impact on the environment. While the federal government’s most recent subsidy program has ended, local and state governments are still invested in similar programs.

For example, the state of Wisconsin has set aside funds to improve energy efficiency in the state, thereby creating jobs and renewing infrastructure. They’ve even created organizations like Focus On Energy to help you navigate subsidies, which may take the form of a tax break, a mail-in rebate, or an immediate discount on either the equipment or the process of assessing and updating your home’s equipment. You can search for savings opportunities in other states here.

Getting Your Rebate

Heating & CoolingYour first step is to arrange an energy audit in your home to find out which appliances and systems you should replace. Contact your local gas or electric company to ask about free or subsidized energy audits. If they determine your AC unit or furnace is wasting energy in your home, shop around for sales and deals at local HVAC equipment suppliers, or ask a technician for suggestions. After you’ve purchased and installed your new appliances, check out Wisconsin’s rebate program to see if your equipment qualifies.

 

Take advantage of your area’s offers and rebates to reduce the cost of new HVAC equipment. To make sure you’re getting the best deal available, talk to Donovan & Jorgenson in New Berlin, WI. Since 1985, they’ve served Greater Milwaukee with reliable heating & cooling equipment and repairs. Their certified and experienced team handles installation, routine maintenance, and 24/7 emergency service to keep your home comfortable in any weather. To schedule a visit, get in touch online.

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