WEATHERIZE PLAINFIELD & CORNISH II is the second program from our Energy Committees to help residents save money, stay warm, and reduce their energy usage by weatherizing their homes. Weatherize Plainfield & Cornish is also a key component in our Towns' campaign to reach 100% renewable electricity by 2030, followed by 100% renewable transportation, heating and cooling by 2050. Improved energy efficiency, achievable through weatherization, is crucial to achieving these goals.
What does it mean to Weatherize my home?
Weatherizing your home involves making physical home improvements, such as insulation and air sealing, to reduce energy costs, improve comfort, and resolve issues such as ice dams, moisture, mold, cold spots and drafts. Improvements often focus on basement and attic areas.
How do I weatherize my home?
Your first step is to identify and hire a specialized contractor who will perform an energy audit to assess your home's current energy efficiency and identify the best energy saving opportunities for your home and budget. Scroll down to find upcoming events and a step-by-step guide.
How much will it COST?
Every home is different. Cost typically ranges from under $5,000 to over $12,000, with average energy savings of 20-25%. Alternatively, you might try some "do-it-yourself" energy efficiency improvements or invest in a deep energy retrofit to reduce energy use by 50% or more.
Rebates up to $4,000 (eligibility based on fuel use per square foot) are available from NHSaves on a first-come-first-serve basis. If interested, apply IMMEDIATELY at energyaudit.nhsaves.com. Funding is extremely limited for Liberty Utilities customers in 2020. Check your eligibility and submit the application now to get on the 2020 waitlist.
Download our NHSaves Rebate Guide for step-by-step instructions.
Weatherize Plainfield & Cornish and our associated contractors are available to ALL homeowners whether they participate in the rebate program or not.
Your Weatherize Plainfield & Cornish Step-by-Step Guide
The following resources were specially developed by Vital Communities for our Weatherize Plainfield & Cornish program. If you have questions, contact [email protected]
Scheduling your Energy Audit
NHSaves Rebate Guide
List of Weatherize Plainfield & Cornish contractors
Tips for selecting a contractor (including questions to ask)
What to expect during your energy audit
Reviewing your Audit Report and Making a Decision
What to expect from your audit report
Questions to ask before signing a contract
Financing options
Do-it-yourself options
Who to Contact if You Have Questions
Your contractor is the best resource for questions about your home or your weatherize work scope.
Your Electric Utility receives and accepts the NHSaves rebate applications and can answer questions about your NHSaves application, confirm your status on the rebate wait list and handle any problems you may have with your NHSaves contractor.
Sarah Brock ([email protected], 802-291-9100 x109) is Energy Team Leader at Vital Communities and has helped dozens of homeowners navigate their weatherization projects. She can answer any of your general questions.
The Weatherize Plainfield & Cornish volunteer team - We're happy to help in any way we can, including connecting you with neighbors who have already weatherized their homes. Contact us at Steve Ladd (Plainfield) or Jo Sharf (Cornish)
Additional Resources
You will find other related resources at vitalcommunities.org/energy/weatherize/resources, including:
Do-it-yourself tips
Programs for low-income residents
Programs for renters, landlords, small businesses, and nonprofits
Programs for energy efficient heating systems, water heaters, solar energy, and new construction
Case studies from homes weatherized in the Upper Valley
Information about other rebate programs from NHSaves can be found at nhsaves.com.
Brought to you by...
Weatherize Plainfield & Cornish is brought to you by The Plainfield Energy Committee, in conjunction with The Cornish Energy Committee with help from Vital Communities and NHSaves.