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Request a free Lane Electric home energy audit

Lane Electric members can request a free home energy audit, then use a 0% loan or cash grant for recommended weatherization.

Steps

5 steps
  1. Request the energy auditMembers must request an energy analysis of the home; requests are first-come, first-served.
  2. Review your packetAfter the analysis you are mailed recommendations, an approved contractor list and bid sheets.
  3. Send in your forms and bidFor a loan, Lane Electric forwards your credit application and selected bid to the credit union.
  4. Wait for loan approvalIf the credit union approves, Lane Electric contacts you within 48 hours with next steps.
  5. Tell your contractor to startAfter loan approval, you notify your chosen contractor to proceed with the work.

Bring

  • Credit application (for a loan)
  • Selected contractor bid
Needs permanently installed electric heat; rental property owners must secure the loan themselves.

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