Energy-Saving Home Upgrades
You may be eligible to receive energy-saving home upgrades at little to no cost through a Home Energy Assessment.
Make Your Home More Comfortable and Use Less Energy
A FREE Home Energy Assessment can help you find ways to make your home more comfortable, use less energy and lower your energy costs.
During the Assessment, an Energy Advisor will look for areas where your home could be more energy-efficient. You may qualify for upgrades at little to no cost, including insulation, air sealing, ventilation and more.
A FREE Home Energy Assessment is available to eligible income-qualified households.
See If You Qualify and Apply
Eligible customers must meet the following criteria:
- Live in a single-family home.
- Must be an Ameren Illinois residential customer heating your home with gas or electricity delivered by Ameren Illinois OR an Ameren Illinois residential electric customer heating your home with propane.
- Meet maximum gross annual household income requirements based on household size and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I get a FREE Home Energy Assessment?
Increased Health and Safety
- Uncover hidden problems that could be wasting energy and making your home unsafe, like poorly insulated walls and improper ventilation.
Project Discounts and Savings
- Identify opportunities to receive energy-saving upgrades at little to no cost, such as improved insulation, heating equipment and ventilation.
FREE Installation of Energy-Saving Products
- During the Home Energy Assessment, receive FREE installation of energy-efficient products in your home, including LED lighting, faucet aerators and an advanced power strip.
What if I don't qualify for a FREE Home Energy Assessment? (Insulation and product discounts are still available!)
There are more savings opportunities available for customers who don’t qualify for a FREE Home Energy Assessment!
What if I own or manage a multifamily property?
If you own or manage a multifamily property, request a FREE Energy Assessment for your property to discover where your unit is losing energy and start saving today.
What if I am a renter?
If you are a renter living in a single-family home or duplex and meet the additional eligibility requirements listed above, you can apply for a FREE Home Energy Assessment. A single-family home is a free-standing residential building. Single-family homes are designed to be used as a single-dwelling house or duplex.
If you are a renter living in an apartment or townhome, you can nominate your property for a FREE Energy Assessment. There are various energy-saving options you can do to make your living space more comfortable, all while saving each month on energy expenses.
If I'm approved for an energy efficiency project, can I use my own contractor?
Home Efficiency Income Qualified projects must be completed by a Program Ally. Program Allies are contractors who are enrolled and trained with our Program. You can find a list of Program Allies here.
What supporting documents will I need to provide during the application process?
- Proof of homeownership. Acceptable documents include your most recent real estate tax bill, your Warranty Deed or your approved Homestead Exemption Form.
- If you rent your home, please complete the Property Owner Consent Form. Please be sure to include both your signature and your landlord’s signature on the document.
The FREE Home Energy Assessment Journey
Learn About the Program and Apply
Begin your energy efficiency journey today!Application Approval
Once all required documents are received and processed, your application will be reviewed for approval.FREE Home Energy Assessment
If your application is approved, an Energy Advisor will come to your home to look for ways to reduce your energy usage and costs.Program Ally Contractor Visit
Program Allies are contractors who are registered with the Ameren Illinois Energy Efficiency Program. They will do an introductory visit to your home before they begin work on your energy efficiency project.Program Ally Contractor Completes Your Energy Efficiency Project
The Program Ally will complete the necessary work to make your home more energy-efficient.Follow-up Quality Control Visit
A Quality Control Specialist will come to your home to ensure all work is correctly completed.What to Expect
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Questions?
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