Efficiency Maine Solutions
for Sustainable Homes in Farmington, ME
Tanner Homes Construction Maximizes Energy Savings Through Efficiency Maine-Certified Home Upgrades
Harness energy efficiency and long-term comfort with Tanner Homes Construction in Farmington, ME. Our team leverages Efficiency Maine incentives to transform homes, helping clients access rebates and practical solutions for heating, insulation, and air sealing needs. By working directly with Efficiency Maine-approved products and processes, we align every project with the latest standards for sustainable construction. We ensure remarkable comfort without compromising your utility bills.
Clients receive guidance throughout rebate applications, as well as detailed documentation for project compliance and future savings. You invest wisely in your home’s performance with a trusted partner who knows both the process and real-world impact of Efficiency Maine programs. Call Tanner Homes Construction at (207) 491-4250 to discuss your eligibility today.
Efficiency Maine Home Upgrades Lower Energy Costs
Efficiency Maine offers homeowners the tools to make real changes in energy cost and home efficiency. From heat pump installation to advanced insulation, every measure can reduce heating expenses and improve air quality. Tanner Homes Construction navigates the incentive landscape, tailoring services to maximize available rebates while addressing your home’s unique needs. We prioritize clear assessments, transparent proposals, and proven construction methods, so every Efficiency Maine project yields reliable, measurable gains.
How Efficiency Maine incentives work for Farmington, ME
For Farmington, ME residents, Tanner Homes Construction provides start-to-finish support in qualifying for Efficiency Maine rebates. Our process includes an onsite evaluation, identification of eligible upgrades, and efficient coordination of all paperwork required by Efficiency Maine. This hands-on approach saves homeowners time and ensures full access to local incentives. Speak with us to learn which upgrades can help your Farmington, ME home meet energy goals and enhance indoor comfort.
Insulation Rebates and Zones
Small Attic, Wall and/or Basement:
250-499 Square Feet insulated in each zone completed
- Low Income: $2,000 per zone
- Moderate Income: $1,500 per zone
- Any Income: $1,000 per zone
Large Attic, Wall, and/or basement:
At least 500 square feet insulated in each zone completed
- Low Income: $4,000 per zone
- Moderate Income: $3,000 per zone
- Any Income: $2,000 per zone
Mobile Home Underbelly:
At least 500 square feet insulated
- Low Income: $5,000
- Moderate Income: $4,000
- Any Income: $3,000
Air Sealing Rebates and Zones
All accessible attic air leaks sealed
- Low Income: $300
- Moderate Income: $225
- Any Income: $150
All accessible basement or mobile home underbelly or air leaks sealed
- Low Income: $200
- Moderate Income: $150
- Any Income: $100
Air sealing performed in the living space including reducing drafts around doors and windows
- Low Income: $100
- Moderate Income: $75
- Any Income: $50
Lifetime Rebate Limits Per Building or Condominium
- One insulation rebate per zone
- One air sealing rebate per zone
- Up to $5,600 per mobile home
- Up to $8600 for all other homes
Insulation Zone Definitions:
- Attic—The combination of all attics and/or cathedral ceilings, including all floors, walls and slopes that are exposed to any attic area.
- Wall—The combination of all exterior (framed) walls of a home (excludes mobile home walls).
One of the following
- Basement—The combination of all floors that separate conditioned space from unconditioned space or outside air (e.g., a basement ceiling) and/or any concrete foundation wall, including the floor of a mobile home on a foundation.
- Mobile Home Underbelly—the space beneath the floor of a mobile home that is not on a foundation.
Efficiency Maine Rebate Eligibility
Homeowner
Low Income:
Eligibility Verification required for at least one home owner or homeowner’s household member: HEAP, SNAP, TANF; or Maine Care participants
Homeowner:
Paid difference between total project cost and rebate amount
Moderate Income:
Eligibility verification required
Homeowner’s adjusted gross income up to $70,000 for individual tax filers, or $100,000 for joint filers
Homeowner EITHER
Paid total project cost (and then received rebate) OR Paid difference between total project cost and rebate amount
Any Income:
Homeowners of any income
Homeowner EITHER:
Paid total project cost (and then received rebate) OR Paid difference between total project cost and rebate amount
Building Type
Low Income:
Single-family house, two-unit duplex, condominium, or mixed use building with one or two housing units and no commercial electrical meter(s).
Moderate Income:
Single-family house, two-unit duplex, condominium, or mixed use building with one or two housing units and no commercial electrical meter(s).
Any Income:
Single-family house, two-unit duplex, condominium, or mixed use building with one or two housing units and no commercial electrical meter(s).
Building Construction
Low Income:
Upgrade not part of new home or addition
Moderate Income:
Upgrade not part of new home or addition
Any Income:
Upgrade not part of new home or addition
Building Occupancy
Low Income:
Owner-occupied principal residence
Moderate Income:
Owner-occupied principal residence
Any Income:
Any
Insulated Space
Low Income:
Heated the entire heating season
Moderate Income:
Heated the entire heating season
Any Income:
Heated the entire heating season
Installer
Low Income:
Must be installed by an Efficiency Maine Residential Registered Vendor for insulation and air sealing
Moderate Income:
Must be installed by an Efficiency Maine Residential Registered Vendor for insulation and air sealing
Any Income:
Must be installed by an Efficiency Maine Residential Registered Vendor for insulation and air sealing
Timeframe
Low Income:
Rebate claim form emailed or postmarked within six months of project completion
Moderate Income:
Rebate claim form emailed or postmarked within six months of project completion
Any Income:
Rebate claim form emailed or postmarked within six months of project completion
Upgrade
Low Income:
Upgrade installed in accordance with weatherization requirements checklist. Health & safety cost capped at 25% of total air sealing and insulation project cost.
Moderate Income:
Upgrade installed in accordance with weatherization requirements checklist. Health & safety cost capped at 25% of total air sealing and insulation project cost.
Any Income:
Upgrade installed in accordance with weatherization requirements checklist. Health & safety cost capped at 25% of total air sealing and insulation project cost.
For Buliding Locations in Maine.
All Incomes Eligible for Efficiency Maine Energy Loan.
How to Get a Rebate
- Verify eligibility for enhanced low-and-moderate income rebates (if applicable)
- Hire/Contract with a residential registered vendor
- Complete upgrade
- Submit rebate claim form
- Efficiency Maine sends rebate check