United will continue to pay $100 for anyone installing an electric water heater in a new home or converting from gas water heating to electric.
In addition, United is now offering a $50 rebate for anyone purchasing an Energy Star clothes washer. Member must fill out the rebate application and have an electric water heater. One rebate per property. Clothes washer must have a minimum Modified Energy Factor (MEF) of 1.72 and also a maximum water factor of 8.0.
For a copy of the rebate application, click here.
This rebate will apply only to washers purchased after April 15, 2010, and will expire Nov. 15, 2010.
For eligible units, check the Energy Star website at www.energystar.gov.
United REMC no longer provides water heater maintenance.
Homeowners can choose who they wish to install a new water heater or have an existing one repaired. United can provide the names of several area plumbing contractors who do installations and/or repair work.
Electric water heaters are now more economical to use when compared with gas units. Contrary to some claims, it is less expensive to heat water with electricity than with gas.
Heat pumps – both geothermal and air-source – are considered among the best ways to save on both heating and cooling compared to many other conventional furnaces and air-conditioners.
To receive the rebate, members will need to complete an application available through United’s office. Simply fill out the form, attach of copy of the receipt detailing the necessary information, and return to the co-op within 30 days of the purchase.
Members who are considering a new water heater or heat pump installation can call United’s office for details to make sure the equipment they are considering qualifies for the rebate.
