One of the biggest upfront hurdles to upgrading your home’s insulation and air sealing is the project cost. Though it might be tempting to think about DIY solutions, proper insulation upgrades are not do-it-yourself jobs, and to maximize the benefits of this home improvement work, it’s important to work with a professional insulation installer who has the expertise and experience to do the job right.
That said, working with an insulation company like B Alpha Construction also makes you eligible for insulation incentives, which removes one of the biggest hurdles to energy efficiency work by lowering your costs. Many local Chicopee homeowners don’t realize that there are multiple insulation incentives available in our area, and you can combine them to save even more!
Ways to Save on Insulation and Air Sealing in Chicopee
Mass Save Insulation Rebates
Homeowners can save an average of 75-90% when they insulate and air seal their homes through the Mass Save program. This program offers an upfront discount on improving your home that can lower your total upgrade costs by thousands of dollars. Not every local insulation installer is a participating contractor in this program, which is a requirement for eligibility, but B Alpha Construction is, and our team can help you participate in this program.
The Insulation Tax Credit
In addition to rebates, there is also a federal tax credit available for insulation and air sealing upgrades. Officially called the Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, this credit equals 30% of qualifying insulation and air sealing expenses, up to $1,200 a year!
The tax credit is a little different from a rebate in that it can reduce the amount of federal taxes you owe, but you don’t get an upfront discount or a check back in the mail. Instead, you claim the tax credit when it comes time to file your taxes for the year in which your insulation and air sealing upgrades were completed. As long as you owe federal taxes for that year, you can benefit!
How to Double Up on Savings with Insulation Rebates & Tax Credits
Unlike some other incentive programs, the insulation tax credit can be taken in addition to any rebates that you may qualify for!
If you are eligible for both incentives, your tax credit is calculated based on your qualifying costs after the rebate is deducted. With the itemized invoice that our team will provide you after work is completed, you or your tax professional (we always recommend the latter!) can easily claim your credit and help you realize your savings.
Get Started with an Energy Assessment from Our Team Today
Upgrading your insulation and air sealing makes your home more comfortable year-round and lowers monthly heating and cooling bills. A well insulated and air sealed home is often quieter and healthier as well! This investment in your home is long-lasting and better for the environment, helping you and your family create a better home.
The best way to get started is with an energy assessment from our team. We’ll visit your home to learn more about the specific issues you’re looking to address, and we’ll conduct a home assessment that will help us recommend the upgrades that will have the biggest impact on your home comfort and energy bills. Plus, we’ll review ALL of the available incentives in your area so you know what you can expect in savings before we start to work on your house!
