SAVING MONEY AND ENERGY FOR WISCONSIN Incentives are subject to change and cannot exceed project costs. Focus on Energy, Wisconsin utilities’ statewide program for energy efficiency and renewable energy, helps eligible residents and businesses save energy and money while protecting the environment. Focus on Energy information, resources and financial incentives help to implement energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that otherwise would not be completed. ©2016 Wisconsin Focus on Energy MM-2513-0216 AIR SEALING HOME PERFORMANCE WITH ENERGY STAR® IS YOUR HOME A CANDIDATE? COMMON HOUSEHOLD LEAKS THE SEAL OF APPROVAL Don’t let energy and money sip through the cracks. Air leakage can account for 30% or more of a home’s heating and cooling costs. It can also cause other problems such as moisture, noise, dust, and an all-access pass for pollutants. Air sealing helps by providing: • Increased comfort and consistent temperatures • Savings on heating and cooling costs • Healthier indoor environment and better air quality • A more energy-efficient home Cash incentives are also available for eligible home improvements. A close inspection from a trusted source is the first step to determining whether your home will benefit from air sealing. That’s where Home Performance with ENERGY STAR steps in. Simply contact a certified Trade Ally contractor. They will assess your home using special diagnostic tools and modeling software, and make recommendations specific to your needs. • Behind kneewalls • Attic hatch • Wiring Holes • Plumbing vents • Recessed lights • Furnace flue or duct chaseways • Basement rim joists • Windows and doors Source: ENERGY STAR Air sealing works to prevent air leakage, a common dilemma that puts extra burden on your heating and cooling system and makes it harder and more expensive to maintain comfort. The typical trouble spots include attics, interior walls, electrical outlets, and light fixtures – areas where it’s easy for warm air to escape or sneak into your home against your best interests. A smart combination of insulation and air sealing is the ideal prescription to combat the issue, boost comfort and improve home performance. SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT For more information, visit focusonenergy.com/wholehome or call RVI. www.rvalueinsulators.com 715.420.0752

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SAVING MONEY AND ENERGY FOR WISCONSINIncentives are subject to change and cannot exceed project costs. Focus on Energy, Wisconsin utilities’ statewide program for energy efficiency and renewable energy, helps eligible residents and businesses save energy and money while protecting the environment. Focus on Energy information, resources and financial incentives help to implement energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that otherwise would not be completed.

AIR SEALINGHOME PERFORMANCE WITH ENERGY STAR®

IS YOUR HOME A CANDIDATE?

COMMON HOUSEHOLD LEAKS

THE SEAL OF APPROVAL

Don’t let energy and money sip through the cracks. Air leakage can account for 30% or more of a home’s heating and cooling costs. It can also cause other problems such as moisture, noise, dust, and an all-access pass for pollutants. Air sealing helps by

providing:

• Increased comfort andconsistent temperatures

• Savings on heating andcooling costs

• Healthier indoor environmentand better air quality

• A more energy-efficient home

Cash incentives are also available for eligible home improvements.

A close inspection from a trusted source is the first step to determining whether your home will benefit from air sealing. That’s where Home Performance with ENERGY STAR steps in. Simply contact a certified Trade Ally contractor. They will assess your home using special diagnostic tools and modeling software, and make recommendations specific to your needs.

• Behind kneewalls• Attic hatch• Wiring Holes• Plumbing vents• Recessed lights• Furnace flue or duct chaseways• Basement rim joists• Windows and doors

Source: ENERGY STAR

Air sealing works to prevent air leakage, a common dilemma that puts extra burden on your heating and cooling system and makes it harder and more expensive to maintain comfort. The typical trouble spots include attics, interior walls, electrical outlets, and light fixtures – areas where it’s easy for warm air to escape or sneak into your home against your best interests. A smart combination of insulation and air sealing is the ideal prescription to combat the issue, boost comfort and improve home performance.

SCHEDULE YOUR ASSESSMENT For more information, visit

focusonenergy.com/wholehome or call RVI.

www.rvalueinsulators.com

715.420.0752