Flex Your Power

Flexyourpower.org has a box on their opening page which allows you to input your zip code. Upon entering said zipcode, it then takes you to a page listing all of the rebates, incentives and services in your area.  Rebates are based on money that local companies or even the federal government are providing in your area for upgrading appliances to newer, more efficient versions. 

In Covina, the site that you would get taken to is found here: http://www.flexyourpower.org/res/tools/rgl_results.html?z=91723&s=res. 

The Rebates currently offered include: 

a furnace over 92% AFUE

clothes washers and dryers

refrigerators and freezers

If you are in the market for one (or several of these new appliances) it might be a good idea to see which models allow for rebates - or even tax refunds for next year. Every bit counts...

The Incentives section covers various ways and reasons to upgrade your home. For example, if you have a pool or spa - heating that 'puppy' can be very expensive.  Sometimes the government or other local governing bodies will chip in or provide breaks to homeowners who are willing to heating their pool or spa in a cheaper, more efficient way.  This helps all of us, because there is then more energy to be used elsewhere it is needed. 

Then, they also list services in your area. Has your home been drafty this winter? Maybe you need to put in more insulation and caulk around the windows.  If you're not the 'handy' type - or are too busy to finish a project, there are links on this page to people who will do those upgrades for you. There are 7 companies recommended on the website that will perform a home energy audit (to see where energy is escaping from your home and suggest ways to fix that).  These are also good things to look into if your energy bills are higher than you think they should be. 

If you are considering making some upgrades to your home or office, these are reputable companies recommended by the flex your power non-profit.  It's a good place to start. Flex your power also offers information about other ways to save energy and money around your home. If you have a free afternoon it might be time well spent. And plus! You will totally have random information to share at parties!