idaho

Duct Sealing and Duct Insulation

Be Wattsmart® and save on duct sealing and duct insulation. When energy is lost through duct surfaces, heating and cooling equipment has to work harder to make up for the loss. As a result, you could be spending too much money to maintain comfort.

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Rebates and qualifications

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Duct sealing (standalone)

$200

up to $100

Duct sealing and duct insulation

$400

up to $200

Trade ally rebates are available; click here for details.

Customer

Application details

Product qualifications

Basic qualifications

  • Must be an existing single-family home, not new construction.
  • Unit must be new; cannot be a used or repurposed item.
  • Must reside in Idaho and purchase electricity from Rocky Mountain Power on approved rate schedules (see link to the full Qualifications page below).
  • Home must have a ducted electric heating system, heat pump or gas furnace with central air conditioning serving 80% of the home’s conditioned floor area.
  • Home may qualify for either duct sealing or duct sealing and insulation, but not both.
  • Homes that have previously received a rebate through the program do not qualify for additional rebates if replaced.
  • Work must be completed by a program-qualified HVAC contractor listed on the Program-Eligible HVAC Contractors List.
  • Do-it-yourself installations are not eligible for rebates.
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Application details

  • After meeting program qualifications, submit all required documents through the online portal within 90 days of the qualifying service completion.
  • A digital image of your itemized receipt or the confirmation email of your online purchase that includes the manufacturer’s name and model number is required for the application.
  • Your rebate will be issued within 14 business days after we review and approve your application. Missing information may delay processing and delivery.

Additional requirements apply. View the Application page to learn about the application process and online portal.

Rebates and qualifications are subject to Idaho Public Utilities and Transportation Commission approval. All rebates are subject to change with 45 days’ notice. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

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Product qualifications

As a qualified trade ally with the Wattsmart® Homes program, you can guide your customers to the best system for their needs and help them obtain the right rebate. Review the system and product qualifications with your customer to ensure a smooth process.

Requirements for duct sealing (standalone) and duct sealing and duct insulation:

  • Home may qualify for either duct sealing or duct sealing and insulation, but not both.
  • Must have a minimum of 10 linear feet of exposed ductwork located in unconditioned space.
  • All physically accessible ducts located in unconditioned spaces must be sealed.
  • Duct sealing must reduce duct leakage to the outside by 50 percent or more with a 100 CFM (cubic foot per minute) minimum reduction.
  • Work can be completed by a program-qualified HVAC contractor listed on the Program-Eligible HVAC Contractors List.
  • Work must be completed in accordance with the specifications outlined in the Idaho Technical Specifications Manual.

Additional requirements for duct sealing and duct insulation:

  • Pre-existing duct insulation levels may not exceed R-2 and must be replaced with at least R-8.
  • All physically accessible ducts located in unconditioned living spaces must be insulated.
  • Duct sealing and duct insulation must be performed in the same project, with insulation installed after ducts are sealed.

Additional program rules:

  • When applying for duct sealing and duct insulation, separate contractors may perform the two services. The duct sealing contractor listed on the application will receive the trade ally rebate.
  • Homes applying for duct sealing (standalone) or duct sealing and duct insulation for more than one HVAC system, please contact the program before applying as additional information is required. 
  • If installing for a multifamily property [up to three (3) units per foundation], please submit one application per unit. For properties with four (4) or more units, please contact us.

Don’t let energy slip through the cracks

Be Wattsmart and save on duct sealing and duct insulation. When energy is lost through duct surfaces, heating and cooling equipment has to work harder to make up for the loss. As a result, you could be spending too much money to maintain comfort. Duct sealing and duct insulation can cut those heating and cooling costs by 20 percent.

Customer eligibility

Residential electric customers residing in the state of Idaho who purchase their electricity from Rocky Mountain Power on rate schedules 1 or 36 qualify. Landlords who own rental properties served by the company in the state of Idaho where the tenant is billed on rate schedules 1 or 36 also qualify for this program. You can locate your rate schedule on your bill or by calling 1-888-221-7070.

Application details

Prior to starting a project, find and contact a participating heating and cooling contractor. Note that some rebates require a qualified contractor to install your new equipment. Review the eligibility requirements, rebate qualifications and the list of required documents with your contractor before submitting your rebate application. Equipment and service work may be inspected for compliance.

Please include the following with your online application:

  • Your Rocky Mountain Power account number. Digital image of your itemized receipt or contractor’s invoice.

Important details:

  • Complete and submit your online application within 90 days of installation.
  • Your rebate will be issued within 14 business days after we review and approve your application. Missing information may delay processing and delivery.
  • Please enter your service address and account number exactly as it’s shown on your bill. You can find this information in the areas indicated below.

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