Lane Electric Cooperative - Residential Weatherization Programs

Weatherization & Energy Efficiency ProgramsLane Electric hosts a variety of energy efficiency and conservation programs, beginning in the late 70’s and early 80’s with their basic weatherization program. Today Lane Electric offers a number of different program options.Energy AuditsFree energy audits are available upon request. To begin, Lane Electric members must request an energy analysis/audit for the dwelling. Requests are scheduled and audits are completed on a first-come, first-served basis. Once the energy analysis is performed, an information packet including specific recommendations, an approved contractor list, contractor bid sheets, and a bid preference/program option form are mailed to the member.Energy Loan & Grant ProcessLane Electric members interested in weatherizing their home may be eligible for a zero percent (0%) loan up to $9,000 through Pacific Cascade Federal Credit Union. Lane Electric buys the interest rate down to zero percent, allowing our members an affordable option to install efficiency measures. Upon receipt of the credit application and selected bid, Lane Electric will send them to the Credit Union. If the Credit approves the loan application, Lane Electric will contact the member within 48 hours with additional instructions. Upon loan approval, it is the member’s responsibility to notify the selected contractor to proceed with the work. This opportunity is available for single or multi-family residences provided permanently installed electric heat exists in the dwelling. NOTE: Property owners of rentals must secure the loan funding under the program.Cash GrantsCash grants allow members to choose a non-loan, cash grant from Lane Electric. Available funds cover twenty-five percent (25%) of the measure costs up to a maximum of $1,000. Members are not obligated to reimburse Lane Electric for these funds.Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning (HVAC) Duct Sealing and Whole House Air SealingLane Electric will pay twenty-five percent (25%) of the measure costs up to a maximum of $1,000 for a certified Performance Tested Comfort System (PTCS) duct seal and/or Whole House Air Sealing performed by a certified technician that complies with BPA standards.Low Income Weatherization ProgramLane Electric members who qualify for low income funds (LIEAP qualified) are eligible for a cash grant for qualifying weatherization measures in their home. This opportunity is available to single or multi-family residences provided some permanently installed electric heat exists in the dwelling. Structures must be sound and in good repair (as determined by Lane Electric personnel) before any funds will be available. Upon inspection and approval of installed measures, payment will be made to the contractor using grant funds. Members are not obligated to reimburse Lane Electric for these funds. NOTE: Property owners of rentals will need to make a 50% contribution to any project.Commercial Retrofit ProgramIncentive levels for lighting, building shell and HVAC measures will vary depending on the equipment installed. Contractor payment is made upon final inspection and approval of installed measures by Lane Electric.