2018 IOWA - MidAmerican Energy

1 2018 I OWAENERGY EFFICIENCY REBATE INFORMATION FOR YOUR HOMEOUR Energy FUTUREMidAmerican Energy Company is obsessively, relentlessly at your service you can count on us to reliably deliver the Energy you need at an affordable cost. We also have a bold vision for Iowa s Energy future to provide our customers with 100% renewable Energy . MidAmerican Energy has made great strides in reaching that goal due to our investments in renewable Energy projects around the state. By 2020, we anticipate providing 95% of our Iowa retail Energy usage through green Energy recognizes that you want information and programs that enable you to manage your household Energy consumption and costs. We are proud to offer robust programs to do just that help you save Energy and money, which also contributes to achieving the 100% renewable vision.

2 The Energy saving programs empower you to make decisions that in turn, help you meet your personal goals. That s a win-win for MidAmerican Energy booklet provides information about our rebates and incentive programs. Take advantage of a free Energy assessment or high-efficiency equipment rebates, or use our Trade Ally Partner search tool to connect to dealers, contractors, suppliers and design professionals who can help with your Energy efficiency projects. Utilizing MidAmerican s Energy - and money-saving programs now will benefit you for years to AND INFORMATIONHomeCheck .. 2 Insulation and Home Sealing .. 3 Appliances .. 4 Appliance Recycling .. 5 Heating, Cooling and Water Heating.. 6-7 Lighting .. 8 SummerSaverSM.. 9 New Homes .. 10 -11 Plant Trees, Save Energy .. 12 Trade Ally Partners.

3 13 Additional Services.. 14 Tips to Save Money and Energy .. 15 General Qualifications and Conditions.. 16 -17 How to qualify and apply for rebatesMany of MidAmerican Energy s EnergyAdvantage programs feature rebates that help to defray the often higher cost of Energy -efficient equipment and materials. To apply for and receive one of these rebates after the installation of your new purchase has been completed, send in the appropriate MidAmerican Energy rebate application with a copy of your sales receipt or itemized invoice. Some products and services may require additional documentation, such as a yellow EnergyGuide label. These additional requirements are noted on each rebate application. Participants must be residential customers located in MidAmerican Energy s Iowa service applications for products and services that typically are completed by an equipment dealer/installer can be obtained directly from that place of business.

4 All rebate applications (with the exception of insulation applications, which are provided during a HomeCheck assessment) are available online at You also can call our rebate processing center at 800-894-9599 from 8 , Monday through Friday, to have applications sent to the most up-to-date information about Energy efficiency incentives and qualifications, visit your rebate fasterFollow these steps before mailing your rebate application. Accurate and complete rebate forms mean your rebate will arrive sooner. nComplete all required information on the rebate application and include supporting documentation when applicable. nSign and date the Customer Agreement section. nInclude the EnergyGuide label for equipment, if applicable. nInclude a copy of the itemized sales receipt.

5 NCircle rebate-eligible items on the receipt. nRetain a copy of the rebate application and receipts for your records. nIf you have questions about a rebate application, contact your dealer or call all applications and required documentation to MidAmerican Energy in the most convenient way for you. Please allow 4-6 weeks for rebate : MidAmerican Energy Company Box 4628 Des Moines, IA 50305-4628 Fax: 515 -24 4 - 8825 Email: the most up-to-date information about Energy efficiency incentives and qualifications, visit HOMECHECK On-site assessmentsSave money and Energy , and add comfort to your home with a free HomeCheck on-site Energy assessment from MidAmerican Energy . Our Energy expert will analyze various features of your home, including: nBuilding construction nBuilding air leaks nHeating and cooling systems nKitchen appliances nLaundry appliances nLighting nWater heating equipment nWindows and doors nInsulation levelsIf applicable, the Energy expert may install the following Energy -saving items at no cost: nProgrammable thermostat nFaucet aerators nEnergy-efficient showerhead nSmart power strip nENERGY star certified LEDs nPipe insulationDo more and receive more!

6 Receive a bonus payment of $200 when you upgrade any three of the following qualifying recommended items by Nov. 30, 2018, after your on-site Energy assessment: nAir conditioner nNatural gas furnace nHeat pump nRefrigerator nFreezer nHeat pump water heater nInsulationYou must apply for and receive a rebate from MidAmerican Energy for three qualifying measures prior to applying for or receiving the bonus rebate. Upgrades must be installed and rebate applications submitted by Nov. 30, 2018, to be eligible for the bonus assessmentsThe online home Energy assessment tool provides an overview of your Energy use and Energy -saving ideas right at your fingertips. Log in to your MidAmerican Energy account and click the Home Energy Assessment link to learn more. Personalize your online home Energy assessment by updating your profile for a more customized of the best Energy efficiency improvements you can make is adding insulation.

7 During your HomeCheck assessment, our Energy expert will examine your home s existing insulation general qualifications on Pages : For on-site assessments, MidAmerican Energy must provide the primary heating fuel to your home. HomeCheck on-site Energy assessment must be completed by Oct. 1, qualifications nHomes must be built before Jan. 1, 2008. nIf you are seeking information on program opportunities for your multifamily building, see the For Your Business booklet, Page 8, for participation details. nRenters: You must have your landlord s approval, and the landlord should be present at the time of the assessment. nLandlords: Call to confirm the appropriate assessment program for your building. If you recently moved into a home that is eligible for a HomeCheck, call 80 0 -545 - 0762 to schedule an on-site HomeCheck assessment.

8 If you ve had a HomeCheck, call 80 0 -545 - 0762 to learn what to do be eligible for insulation or home sealing rebates, an on-site HomeCheck assessment must be completed before installation. Any improvements made prior to the assessment are ineligible for do I schedule a HomeCheck?Call 80 0 -545 - 0762 weekdays, 8 AND HOME SEALINGI nsulation is one of the keys to a comfortable, Energy -efficient home. The greatest Energy savings often come from ensuring a home has adequate attic insulation levels. Sealing and insulating the envelope or shell of your home its outer walls, ceilings, windows, doors and floors often are effective ways to improve Energy efficiency and comfort. A knowledgeable homeowner or skilled contractor can seal and insulate your home so you can save up to 20 percent on heating and cooling costs (or up to 10 percent on total annual Energy bills).

9 MidAmerican Energy can help you achieve these results through rebates on both insulation and home sealing : An on-site HomeCheck assessment must be completed by Oct. 1, 2018, and before insulation and sealing projects begin to qualify for rebates. The assessor will determine the not-to-exceed rebate level during the HomeCheck assessment. All insulation projects must be completed and rebate applications submitted by Dec. 31, HAVE LESS THANRECOMMENDED LEVELREBATEA tticR-25R-4950% of total cost up to $1,000To be eligible for a duct, foundation/crawlspace, wall/kneewall and rim/band joist insulation rebate, there can be no pre-existing insulation in the area. If recommended insulation levels cannot be achieved, a rebate will not of total cost up to $750 Foundation/ CrawlspaceR-1R-10/R-1150% of total cost up to $1,000 nR-19 fiberglass batt insulation recommended for floor above crawlspace.

10 NIf home has foundation and crawlspace insulation recommended, the crawlspace and foundation rebates are considered as one project. Wall/KneewallR-1R-10/R-1350% of total cost up to $1,000 nIf home has sidewall and kneewall insulation recommended, the sidewall and kneewall rebates are considered as one JoistR-1R-15/R-1950% of total cost up to $ per linear footHome SealingREBATEHome Sealing (exterior foundation foam, caulking, weather stripping, spray foam, etc.)50% of total cost up to $200 How do I apply for a rebate?Professionally installed equipment and materials: Have your Trade Ally Partner or contractor send a completed rebate application and itemized invoice to MidAmerican equipment and materials: Complete the appropriate rebate application, attach a copy of the itemized, dated receipt(s) and send to MidAmerican Energy .