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1 For a limited time, the City of Wheaton is offering qualified residents a unique opportunity to improve their home s energy efficiency. By identifying and implementing steps to make their home more energy efficient, homeowners can lower the cost of their monthly bills and improve the environment by using fewer resources to run everyday items, such as appliances, furnaces and air conditioners. Funding for this program is provided by the U.S. Department of Energy, through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA). Through this program, the City is offering homeowners the following rebate options: Rebate Option 1: Rebate Option 2: Rebate Option 3: Up to $1,000 (or 50% of the project cost, whichever is less) after receiving a FREE home energy review by Wheaton s certified energy technician. Up to $1,000 (or 50% of the project cost, whichever is less), for homeowners who decline the free review by Wheaton but do hire a qualified contractor to conduct an energy audit. Up to $750 (or 30% of the project cost, whichever is less), for homeowners who complete eligible activities without Wheaton s free energy review or a contracted energy audit. What is Wheaton s Home Energy Review and What is an Energy Audit? Wheaton s home energy review identifies a home s deficiencies and offers recommendations to improve its energy efficiency. Wheaton s certified energy technicians identify potential areas with air leaks, inadequate or missing insulation as well as recommendations on ways to reduce energy loss. In an energy audit, a specialized technician conducts air infiltration measurements to determine the tightness of the home s envelope (i.e., leaks within the structure). This produces information about areas of energy loss, and also provides numeric data on the testing results. Who and What Qualifies for the Program? To be eligible for the Home Energy Savings Program certain criteria apply including: Property owner shall be a Wheaton resident Structure is limited to one single-family detached dwelling per owner Dwelling shall have been constructed prior to 1980 Dwelling shall be located within the city limits of Wheaton Dwelling shall be owner-occupied What Improvements Qualify for Reimbursement? Eligible improvements may include activities such as sealing gaps, cracks and other leaks that let outside air into your home; adding insulation; window repair or replacement; sealing and insulating ducts that run through attics or crawl spaces; and repairing or replacing old or poorly functioning heating and cooling systems. Please note, only improvements installed after May 21, 2010, are eligible for reimbursement.

2 Replacement of refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, microwaves, clothes washers, dryers and room air conditioners are not eligible activities under this grant program. Due to ARRA regulations, adding solar power to the home is not an eligible activity. What Can I Expect on the Day of the Home Energy Review? If you apply under Rebate Option 1, a Permit Processor from the Wheaton Building Department will contact you to arrange a convenient time for the energy review. On the day of the review, a certified energy technician employed by the City of Wheaton will arrive at your home and provide you with an overview of their process, and the technician will: Present their City identification. Ask you a few questions to help uncover some simple ways to reduce the household s energy consumption. Tour the home to detect air leaks throughout the house, including duct work, windows and attics, and will identify inefficient equipment such as the types of light bulbs used, furnace filters, and appliances. Provide you with a list of improvements to help enhance the energy efficiency of your home. This list of suggestions will be provided to you within two weeks of the on-site visit. How Do I Apply for the Home Energy Savings Program? Beginning May 21, 2010, qualified residents may apply for the Home Energy Savings Program. The application is attached to this notice, may be obtained at City Hall, and may be downloaded from the city s Web site at Receipts for eligible activities must be submitted by September 14, Applications will be reviewed and approved on a rolling basis, first-come, first-served, until the funding is depleted. Applicants will be notified of their status within two weeks of their submittal. Are There Other Advantages to Participating in the Home Energy Savings Program? In addition to the FREE energy review and reimbursement through the City of Wheaton, certain improvements are eligible for federal tax credits of 30%, up to $1,500, including windows and doors, insulation, roofs (metal and asphalt), HVAC and water heaters. For more information about federal tax credits, visit Questions? Please contact Susan Wallace at or swallace@wheaton.il.us. Disclaimers This material is based upon work supported by the Department of Energy under Award Number DE-SC This report was prepared as an account of work sponsored by an agency of the United Stated Government. Neither the United States Government nor any agency thereof, nor any of their employees, makes any warranty, express or implied, or assumes any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, apparatus, product, or process disclosed, or represents that its use would not infringe privately owned rights. Reference herein to any specific commercial product, process or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the United States Government or any agency thereof. The views and opinions of authors expressed therein do not necessarily state or reflect those of the United States Government or any agency thereof. Applicants agree to hold harmless the City of Wheaton for activities eligible for reimbursement under this grant program.

3 REBATE OPTION 1 YES! I would like a FREE energy review of my home conducted by Wheaton s energy technician. I understand this makes me eligible for a reimbursement of up to $1,000 (or 50% of the project cost, whichever is less). If you requested a FREE home energy review, complete only the section below, then submit this form by mail to Wheaton City Hall, Attn: Susan Wallace, 303 W. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL or in person at City Hall. Property Owner s Name: Phone Number:

4 REBATE OPTION 2 I plan to hire my own contractor to conduct an energy audit. I understand this makes me eligible for a reimbursement of up to $1,000 (or 50% of the project cost, whichever is less). Please complete the information below, attach the documentation required of your contractor, then submit the package by mail to Wheaton City Hall, Attn: Susan Wallace, 303 W. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL or in person at City Hall. Please note: The cost of the energy audit is eligible for 100% reimbursement under this grant, and will be considered part of the maximum reimbursement per household. Homeowner Information Property Owner s Name: Phone Number: Energy Auditor Information Name: Phone Number: Address: The following documents from the contractor must be attached to this application: Quote to conduct the energy audit Confirmation of membership in the Illinois Association of Energy Raters ( OR certification by the Building Performance Institute (

5 REBATE OPTION 3 I plan to request reimbursement for the qualified energy efficiency activities described below, without an energy review or energy audit. I understand this makes me eligible for a reimbursement of up to $750 (or 30% of the project cost, whichever is less). Please complete the information below, attach any related documentation, then submit the package by mail to Wheaton City Hall, Attn: Susan Wallace, 303 W. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL or in person at City Hall. Homeowner Information Property Owner s Name: Phone Number: Please describe the eligible activities you plan to conduct: If you have already received contractor quotes for this project, please include a copy of each with your application.

6 REIMBURSEMENT FORM REQUEST FOR PAYMENT Do not submit this form until the work has been completed in its entirety. When ready for reimbursement, please submit by mail to Wheaton City Hall, Attn: Susan Wallace, 303 W. Wesley St., Wheaton, IL or in person at City Hall. If you hired a qualified contractor to conduct an energy audit, that activity is eligible for 100% reimbursement and will be considered part of the maximum reimbursement per household. You may submit for reimbursement after the audit is complete, and submit again after the eligible activities have been completed. Property Owner s Name: Phone Number: Owner s Social Security #: OR Federal Tax ID #: Reimbursement request: $ (amount). Describe eligible activities work performed: I certify that this request for payment has been drawn in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement between the City and myself and that I have submitted the required documentation needed for reimbursement. I understand that the City reserves the right to inspect the work for which reimbursement is requested. I further certify that the information is true and correct. Signature: Date: Attach the following required documents: Complete W-9 form Copy of invoice/bill for work completed with itemized material and labor costs Copy of proof of payment for work completed Copy of approved permit (if applicable)