Rebate Overview
Overview
The City of Palo Alto offers a rebate for attic and roof insulation upgrades. This incentive is available as an add-on to an appliance upgrade rebate. Insulation must meet R-30 values for attics and R-19 for Eichler homes and homes with flat roofs. The rebate is $0.75 per square foot, up to a maximum of $1,000.
Benefits
Upgrading your attic and roof insulation can make your home more comfortable by maintaining a consistent temperature. It can also reduce energy bills by improving energy efficiency. Additionally, better insulation helps the environment by reducing energy consumption.
More Information
- Action Required: To access this rebate, you must first submit a rebate reservation application online, including photos of your existing appliances to be replaced, before you select a contractor to perform the work.
- After approval, you have 120 days to complete the installation and submit the final rebate application with required documentation, such as invoices and proof of permit inspection.
Details
- Incentive type: Rebate
- Amount: $ 1,000
- Maximum Amount: $ 1,000
- Category: Home Envelope
- Provider: City of Palo Alto Utilities
- Link: More details
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