Homeowners: How to Participate

Say goodbye to drafty rooms, uneven temperatures, mold and moisture problems, and hidden causes of high energy use. The step-by-step information below will guide you through the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR^® process—from finding your contractor through project completion and applying for all possible rebates from BGE.

Step 1: Select a participating contractor to perform your Home Performance Energy Audit. To be eligible for Home Performance with ENERGY STAR rebates, you must work with a participating contractor. Click here for a list of participating contractors. The cost for the audit is $100*. If the home is more than 3,000 square feet or has more than one combustion zone, additional fees may apply at the discretion of the contractor you select.

Step 2: Schedule your Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Energy Audit with your contractor.
 
Step 3: Review the Home Energy Audit Report with your contractor, discuss the findings and recommendations, and decide on the measures to implement. 
 
Step 4: Have the work performed, which enables you to take advantage of up to $3,150 in rebates from BGE  for improvements such as air sealing, insulation, and replacement of heating and air conditioning equipment.

Check out our “What to Expect” brochure to learn more about BGE's program. Please remember to share your Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Program experience with neighbors, friends, family, and coworkers!