Homeowners Managing Efficiency Savings (HOMES) in North Carolina

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HOMES Program: Lower Your Utility Bills and Save Energy

Are you a homeowner or renter in North Carolina? The Energy Saver North Carolina program is here to help!

Through Homeowners Managing Efficiency Savings (HOMES) eligible residents can get financial help for energy efficiency upgrades.
• Save Money: Lower your utility bills with energy-efficient improvements.
• Enhance Your Home: Increase comfort and efficiency with modern systems.
• Simple Application: Apply online, by email, by phone, or by mail.

Our friendly customer care team is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., at 866-998-8555.

These rebates are for improvements that boost your home’s energy efficiency like insulation, air sealing, and upgrading heating and cooling systems.

Eligibility for HOMES Rebates

To qualify, you’ll need to:

  • Confirm your income. Rebates depend on household income and estimated energy savings.
  • Get a free home assessment
  • Select a Registered Contractor
  • Apply for your rebate

Once your income is verified, you will work with a Registered Contractor who will install eligible upgrades and submit your rebate application for you.

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ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility for income-qualified rebates is based on your income and modeled energy savings at the installation address. You might be eligible for higher incentives, including insulation and air sealing improvements and/or qualifying HVAC improvements depending on income verification. Rebate projects must achieve a minimum of 20% modeled energy savings.

A table showing rebate amounts for single-family homes based on energy savings and income, with amounts ranging from $2,000 to $16,000.

If you’re a renter, your property owner needs to sign a project authorization form on your behalf, along with supporting documents.

HOW IT WORKS

The process is simple but does require income verification and some paperwork. You can choose from a list of Registered Contractors to get started. Once the improvements are complete, the program provides a rebate to help cover the costs. This makes the initial investment more affordable and ensures long-term savings on your energy bills.

Five-step process: gather paperwork, apply for program, get energy assessment, choose a contractor, complete home upgrade.
  • Upload proof of income OR enrollment in a recognized federal program.
  • HOMES rebate applications require 12 months of utility bills for energy modeling.
  • Rebates depend on household income and energy savings.
  • Higher energy savings mean higher rebates.
  • We assist in verifying your income qualification.
  • Understand your home’s energy use with a professional assessment.
  • Create a custom action plan to unlock rebates and incentives with your energy assessor.
  • Select registered, licensed, and trained contractors from our program.
  • Ensure work is done by registered contractors to qualify for rebates.
  • Save with rebates for energy-efficient upgrades.
  • Qualifying upgrades include ENERGY STAR® certified equipment, appliances, ventilation fans, insulation, and air sealing.

For help completing this application, refer to the Income Qualification Checklist or call 866-998-8555. Our friendly customer care team is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

All rebates and benefits are subject to change without notice.

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