PROPERTY OWNERS AND MANAGERS – Rebates and Savings – Multifamily Housing – Energy Efficiency Rebate Program from Southern California Edison (SCE)

Did You Know…The Residential Multifamily Energy Efficiency Rebate Program offers property owners and managers incentives on a broad list of energy efficiency improvements in lighting, HVAC, insulation and window categories. These improvements are to be used to retrofit existing multifamily properties of two or more units.

How It Works
The rebate application for this program will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Program is effective until December 31, 2011, or until funding is exhausted, or until the program is suspended by the California Public Utilities Commission, whichever occurs first. This program may be modified or terminated without prior notice.

Please call (800) 736-4777 for additional program information and details.

Under California law, models of certain types of appliances, for example, refrigerators, dishwashers and clothes washers etc., must be certified to the California Energy Commission before being sold or offered for sale in the state. The Energy Commission maintains a database of those appliances, found at the following link: http://www.appliances.energy.ca.gov. Before purchasing this type of appliance, please consult the Energy Commission’s database to see if the particular model of the appliance you want to buy is in the database. Not all products listed in this database are eligible for utility rebates as they do not all meet the higher energy performance requirements of the utility programs. Please refer to Southern California Edison rebate applications to find energy saving products eligible for rebate.

One Simple Survey. Lots Of Serious Savings.
This 15-minute survey puts the power back in your hands by giving you helpful energy-saving tips that will also help the environment. Since the questions are about your household energy usage, the tips are tailored especially for you to maximize your savings. And the less energy you use, the better it is for the environment.

Excerpt from Southern California Edison
https://websafe.kemainc.com/scescg/gatewaysce.asp

 

KITCHEN FIXES AND UPGRADES ON A BUDGET – FRESH PAINT, STAIN, NEW FAUCETS, & CABINET HARDWARE

” …today’s American kitchen — no longer a place to simply cook and eat, it’s now the “real” living room — a place for living, working and entertaining.

Given the current recession, it’s no surprise that consumers are saving rather than spending. And when they do spend, they’re doing so from cash on hand; rather than credit,” said Jack Suvak, senior director of research and insights, Moen. “This change in spending behavior has had a dramatic impact on remodeling projects. Most homeowners are choosing to perform ‘room lifts’ — small updates to personalize a room — rather than undertake major remodels.

…Plus, homeowners are choosing to personalize renovations to fit their needs, rather than update a room for the next family that will be living in the house. In the kitchen, this might include everything from creating solutions that better integrate the management of electronic devices…to creating ‘kid level’ storage areas…to adding safety features for aging boomers.”

Except from: MOEN… New Research Finds Homeowners are Renovating to Create “Live-In Value;” Rather than to Sell – April 26, 2011

Here’s a Handyman Tip: Whether you Do-it-Yourself or decide to hire a professional handyman, carpenter, plumber, electrician, painter, tile installer or general contractor…

Create a Plan and a Realistic Budget.

The plan should be influenced by your lifestyle and your personal style (Look at images in publications for ideas until you have a heartfelt “yes. that’s it!”) Creating a realistic budget does not necessarily mean sacrifice… often it means being a smart shopper. ( Shop sales in stores in person or online as well a internet sites such as ebay.com, Amazon.com, lowes.com, homedepot.com and more).

If you plan to Do-it-Yourself ( DIY) be honest with yourself about your skills and do what you can and get help with the rest.

 

State of California – Final Phase of Rebates for Heating and Air Conditioning Systems and Water Heaters Ends December 31, 2020

For Immediate Release: December 15, 2010
Media Contact: No Contact Available

MEDIA ADVISORY: http://www.cash4appliances.org/

What: The California Energy Commission is closing the final phase of the Cash for Appliances rebate program. Applications for water heaters and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems must be postmarked by December 31, 2010.

The Home Appliance program closed on December 6, 2010 which provided rebates for refrigerators, clothes washers, room air conditioners, dishwashers, and freezers.

Since April, more than 180,000 applications have been received and approximately less than $1 million is still available.

When: New applications for HVAC and water heater systems must be postmarked by December 31, 2010. Consumers that receive a request to correct their application must submit and postmark their supplemental information no later than 30 days from the postmark date of their letter.

Applications for HVAC and water heater systems postmarked after December 31, 2010 will be placed on a waiting list on a first-come, first serve basis.

Why: The program has less than $1 million remaining and is closing the program to control over-subscription of the funds.

Who: The Energy Commission has partnered with more than 80 Platinum Retail Partners and more than 50 Official Partners to assist consumers with appliance purchases, recycling their old appliances and completing their application. A list of partners is available at: http://www.cash4appliances.org/partners/list.html.

Consumers must work with a licensed California contractor for the installations of water heaters and heating and cooling units. Consumers should check with their local utility and the State of California Contractor’s State License Board (CSLB) for lists of contractors in their area and How to Hire a Contractor:www.cslb.ca.gov/Consumers/HireAContractor/

How: Consumers are eligible for a rebate when they purchase a qualified high energy efficient appliance, water heater, or heating and cooling units, properly recycle their old appliance or system, and submit a complete application package. Instructions on how to complete an application for the California Cash for Appliances rebate is available at: www.cash4appliances.org/consumers/Rebate-Form.pdf

To check on the status of a rebate, consumers can use a new tool located on the homepage of the website at:www.cash4appliances.org A consumer must enter their unique tracking number or their last name, phone number, and type of appliance that was purchased.

Consumers who need to correct their rebate application can contact their retailer or contractor, call the toll-free number at: 1-888-390-4034, or e-mail the Energy Commission at: rebates@energy.state.ca.us

Eligible energy efficient home appliances and rebate amounts were: refrigerators $200, clothes washers $100, dishwashers $100, freezers $50, and room air conditioners up to $50. Rebates for eligible water heaters are $300-$750, and eligible HVAC systems qualify for $500 to $1000.

The program notice can be viewed here: www.energy.ca.gov/recovery/energystar.html

Consumer Tips to Speed Rebate Processing:

1. Read the Steps. Read the steps on rebate application and include all of the required supporting documentation.
2. Fill out form completely and correctly. Do not leave any items blank on the application. Check the appropriate boxes and sign the application. For HVAC and Water Heaters a California licensed contractor will assist the consumer with the application.
3. Be consistent. Make sure that the applicant’s first and last name matches the name on the certificate of recycling and the name on the utility bill. Only one first and last name is required on the application. The Certificate of Recycling and Utility Bill are only required for Clothes Washers, Refrigerators, Room Air Conditioners, Freezers, and Dishwashers. HVAC and Water Heater applications must list the Certified Appliance Recyclers (CAR) name and CAR number.
4. Recycle. Consumers must recycle their old appliance to receive a rebate. The Certificate of Recycling document must be included with the application. If a consumer is participating in their utility rebate program, the utility will provide the consumer with the required Cash for Appliances Certificate of Recycling. Consumers can also obtain the Certificate of Recycling from a platinum retailer, participating city of county governments haul away program, or a Certified Appliance Recycler. For information on how to properly recycle an old appliance, visit:
   www.cash4appliances.org/consumers/recycle.html
5. Correct Postage. Affix proper postage before mailing your rebate application.