{"id":1550,"date":"2016-10-19T16:07:59","date_gmt":"2016-10-19T21:07:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.citizensutilityboard.org\/?page_id=1550"},"modified":"2023-10-24T14:20:14","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T19:20:14","slug":"nicor-ee-programs-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.citizensutilityboard.org\/nicor-ee-programs-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Nicor Gas Efficiency Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Nicor Gas Efficiency Programs&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h6><strong><span style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"><ul class=\"icon \"><li><i class=\"fa fa-caret-right\"><\/i> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.citizensutilityboard.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Nicor-EE-Programs.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PDF version of this fact sheet<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/span><\/strong><\/h6>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Home Energy Assessment&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]At no cost to you, an Energy Advisor will walk through your home (buildings with 4 units or less) to suggest improvements and install money-saving products. Learn more <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicorgas.com\/residential\/ways-to-save\/free-products-and-services.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>on their website<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Call <strong>855-660-9378<\/strong>\u00a0or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/eesavings.com\/?refsource=eepartner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">go online<\/a><\/strong> to schedule an assessment.<\/li>\n<li>During the assessment, the energy advisor will install free energy-efficient products.<\/li>\n<li>If you follow the suggested improvements, choose a contractor to perform the work and assist with your rebate.<\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a virtual home assessment option as well.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Homeowners can receive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Programmable thermostat<\/li>\n<li>Faucet aerators<\/li>\n<li>WaterSense showerheads<\/li>\n<li>Hot water pipe insulation<\/li>\n<li>ENERGY STAR\u00ae certified LEDs<\/li>\n<li>Advanced Power Strips are available at a discount<\/li>\n<li>Select smart thermostats are available at a discount<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1475699797969{background-color: #0f4b91 !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Multi-Family Home Efficiency&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you own a multi-family building (with three or more units), you can receive a free multi-family energy assessment.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Call <strong>855-660-9378<\/strong>\u00a0or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/eesavings.com\/?refsource=eepartner\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">go online<\/a><\/strong> to schedule an assessment.<\/li>\n<li>Schedule a time to receive free energy-saving products.<\/li>\n<li>If you follow the suggested improvements, choose a contractor to perform the work and assist with your rebate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Multi-family customers may receive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Faucet aerators for your kitchen(s) and bathroom(s)<\/li>\n<li>Water-saving showerheads<\/li>\n<li>Hot water pipe insulation<\/li>\n<li>Pre-rinse spray valves (common area only)<\/li>\n<li>Programmable thermostat (in-units only)<\/li>\n<li>ENERGY STAR\u00ae certified LEDs (in-units only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1475699797969{background-color: #0f4b91 !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Free Energy-Saving Kits&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1634590774473{border-bottom-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;background-color: #cccccc !important;}&#8221;]Nicor Gas customers can order a free water-saving kit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicorgas.com\/residential\/ways-to-save\/free-products-and-services.html\">online<\/a><\/strong>, which includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Low-flow showerheads<\/li>\n<li>Shower timer<\/li>\n<li>Bathroom faucet aerators<\/li>\n<li>Dual-spray kitchen faucet aerator<\/li>\n<li>Plumber\u2019s tape<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The utility also offers a free weatherization kit that can be ordered <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicorgas.com\/residential\/ways-to-save\/free-products-and-services.html\">online<\/a><\/strong>, which includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>12-pack of outlet and switch foam gasket<\/li>\n<li>17\u2019 roll of closed cell foam tape weatherstripping<\/li>\n<li>17\u2019 roll of V-seal type weatherstripping<\/li>\n<li>Self-adhesive door sweep<\/li>\n<li>30\u2019 roll of rope caulk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Free energy-saving kit will be mailed to your home for self-installation. If you choose to have the free assessment done, the contractor can install the products.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1475699807900{background-color: #0f4b91 !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Residential Heating and Cooling Rebates&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]Rebates are available for energy efficiency improvements to all current residential Nicor Gas customers.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Program\/Installation Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Find a professional contractor to install qualifying products or complete home improvements. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nicorgas.com\/residential\/find-a-contractor.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nicor&#8217;s contractor website<\/a> to find a professional. All products must be installed by a professional contractor unless noted.<\/li>\n<li>Apply within 90 days of installation or by January 31, whichever comes first.<\/li>\n<li>Air sealing and insulation do not require an application; the rebate will be taken off the invoice as a discount.<\/li>\n<li>Download and mail the completed rebate application or <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.nicorgasrebates.com\">apply online<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\n<table id=\"tablepress-17\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-17\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\">Product<\/th><th class=\"column-2\">Efficiency Level<\/th><th class=\"column-3\">Incentive Amount<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-striping row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">High efficiency furnace<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">95%+ AFUE<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">High efficiency furnace<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">97%+ AFUE<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$225<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">High efficiency gas boiler<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">95%+ AFUE<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$350<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Tankless Water Heater<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">UEF \u2265 .87<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Air sealing<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Must be performed by an approved contractor<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Up to $500 per home<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Duct sealing<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Must be performed by an approved contractor<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Up to $600 per home<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-8\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Attic insulation<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Must be performed by an approved contractor<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">Up to $500 per home<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-9\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\">Wall Insulation<\/td><td class=\"column-2\">Must be performed by an approved contractor<\/td><td class=\"column-3\">$150 - $350<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-17 from cache -->[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Nicor Gas Efficiency Programs&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text] [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Home Energy Assessment&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]At no cost to you, an Energy Advisor will walk through your home (buildings with 4 units or less) to suggest improvements and install money-saving products. Learn more on their website. Call 855-660-9378\u00a0or go online to schedule an assessment. During the assessment, the energy advisor will install free energy-efficient products. If you follow the suggested improvements, choose a contractor to perform the work and assist with your rebate. There is a virtual home assessment option as well. Homeowners can receive: Programmable thermostat Faucet aerators WaterSense showerheads Hot water pipe insulation ENERGY STAR\u00ae certified LEDs Advanced Power Strips are available at a discount Select smart thermostats are available at a discount [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1475699797969{background-color: #0f4b91 !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Multi-Family Home Efficiency&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]If you own a multi-family building (with three or more units), you can receive a free multi-family energy assessment. Call 855-660-9378\u00a0or go online to schedule an assessment. Schedule a time to receive free energy-saving products. If you follow the suggested improvements, choose a contractor to perform the work and assist with your rebate. Multi-family customers may receive: Faucet aerators for your kitchen(s) and bathroom(s) Water-saving showerheads Hot water pipe insulation Pre-rinse spray valves (common area only) Programmable thermostat (in-units only) ENERGY STAR\u00ae certified LEDs (in-units only) [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1475699797969{background-color: #0f4b91 !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Free Energy-Saving Kits&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1634590774473{border-bottom-width: 5px !important;padding-top: 35px !important;padding-right: 35px !important;padding-bottom: 35px !important;padding-left: 35px !important;background-color: #cccccc !important;}&#8221;]Nicor Gas customers can order a free water-saving kit online, which includes: Low-flow showerheads Shower timer Bathroom faucet aerators Dual-spray kitchen faucet aerator Plumber\u2019s tape The utility also offers a free weatherization kit that can be ordered online, which includes: 12-pack of outlet and switch foam gasket 17\u2019 roll of closed cell foam tape weatherstripping 17\u2019 roll of V-seal type weatherstripping Self-adhesive door sweep 30\u2019 roll of rope caulk Note: Free energy-saving kit will be mailed to your home for self-installation. If you choose to have the free assessment done, the contractor can install the products.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator color=&#8221;custom&#8221; align=&#8221;align_left&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1475699807900{background-color: #0f4b91 !important;}&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Residential Heating and Cooling Rebates&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|font_size:24|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243;][vc_column_text]Rebates are available for energy efficiency improvements to all current residential Nicor Gas customers. Program\/Installation Requirements Find a professional contractor to install qualifying products or complete home improvements. Visit Nicor&#8217;s contractor website to find a professional. All products must be installed by a professional contractor unless noted. Apply within 90 days of installation or by January 31, whichever comes first. Air sealing and insulation do not require an application; the rebate will be taken off the invoice as a discount. Download and mail the completed rebate application or apply online. 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