Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Energy Evaluation
The HPwES is a pilot program and available only to Council Bluffs, IA customers
Want to take the next step in energy evaluations? Ask for a Home Performance with ENERGY STAR (HPwES) evaluation. HPwES is a comprehensive approach to improving the energy efficiency and comfort of your home. If you're interested in deep savings, a whole house approach and verified installations, sign-up today by calling 888-567-0799 or use the on line form below
HPwES consist of a test-in evaluation and a test-out evaluation. The test-in evaluation takes approximately 2-3 hrs.
A HPwES evaluation from Black Hills Energy takes your evaluation further. While on site you'll receive:
- Diagnostic testing such as a blower door test to find leaks in your home
- Insulation levels check
- Air infiltration levels: Ever said, "Hey, we're not trying to heat the whole neighborhood!" Or maybe you heard it as a kid? Sources of energy loss aren't always as obvious as an open door or window.
- Equipment and operating conditions
- FREE building envelop inspections including exposed duct systems
- FREE appliance inspections including the refrigerator and freezer
- FREE combustion appliance inspection and diagnostic testing
- FREE gas leakage testing
- FREE moisture inspection including foundation, basement, living spaces, attic and windows
- Behavioral factors that influence energy consumption
- Comprehensive recommendations prioritized to save you more
You will know your recommendations were installed correctly with on-site verification (test-out evaluation)
Our evaluators will install or show you how to install beneficial, low-cost measures -- at no cost to you! We'll also provide you with educational information on managing energy costs and refer you to any other Black Hills Energy rebate programs if indicated by the evaluation results (Residential Evaluation is mandatory to qualify for our Home Envelope Rebates in IA ).
For a limited time only, the blower door test is included in a HPwES evaluation for a reduced rate of $100 (added to your utility bill), and once you complete the HPwES path you can qualify for a $200 HPwES bonus rebate, off-setting the initial cost. Complete three of the top five recommendations within 6 months of the test-in evaluation, schedule your test-out evaluation, and qualify for the $200 HPwES bonus incentive on top of Black Hills Energy's rebates.
Common recommendations include:
- Adding air sealing and insulation (rebates available for 70% up to $750)
- Improving heating and cooling systems (rebates available from $150 - $400)
- Sealing ductwork (rebates available for 70% up to $200)
Receiving your $200 HPwES bonus is as easy as one, two, three:
- Request a HPwES energy evaluation
- Install three out of the five top recommendations within six months, taking advantage of Black Hills Energy's rebates
- Schedule your FREE Test-Out evaluation
If you are a Council Bluffs, IA customer, call us toll-free at 888-567-0799 to learn more. Or, submit the form below to request a HPwES Evaluation. You will be contacted within 10 business days to schedule an appointment. Funding is limited and evaluations will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. This program ends December 31 each year, or when funding is depleted.
