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Increase Insulation Savings with JEA Rebates and Koala Insulation

JEA is Northwest Florida’s not-for-profit, community-owned utility. Created by the City of Jacksonville, JEA provides services to more than one million customers. To help the community stay safe and comfortable, the company offers incentives that help customers earn money back. How can local residents start saving more with Residential Rebate Program opportunities?

What is a Rebate Program?

A rebate program or opportunity is a retroactive discount offered by a company when you buy a certain product or service. These types of incentive programs typically offer customers a monetary reward for meeting a designated standard. In the case of certain insulation rebate programs, you earn back a percentage of the cost of upgrading the material in your home.

Taking the opportunity to improve your home’s insulation and air sealing additionally provides a great return on investment opportunity. Upgraded material improves temperature regulation and indoor air quality while also reducing energy waste that heavily impacts your monthly costs. Reducing your renovation expenses with the help of rebate programs allows you to recoup the cost in even less time.

JEA Residential Attic Insulation Rebate Program

The JEA rebate program functions similarly to other commonplace incentives from utility companies. These rebates are available for blown-in loose-fill fiberglass and cellulose insulation. With a maximum rebate amount set at $200, you earn $0.20 per square foot. This maximum covers the first 1,000 square feet of insulation installed to achieve an R-value of R-38. To qualify, your attic floor must have less than 5" (or R-15) of existing material.

It’s also important to note that this rebate program is exclusive to JEA electric customers. The property listed must be within the JEA service territory and the installation can only be conducted by an approved, pre-qualified contractor. An evaluation may be conducted before and after to ensure you receive the correct return.

Koala Insulation of Northwest Jacksonville is one of JEA’s pre-qualified contractors that can help you receive the maximum return. Our experienced professionals can not only help you find the best solution to improve your environment but we can also make sure you’ve taken every necessary step to qualify for the JEA Residential Attic Insulation Rebate Program.

You can find more information on qualifying requirements on the Rebate Program Form. Here are the basic steps and items you’ll need to file for a rebate:

1. Photo documentation of pre-existing R-value taken next to a ruler.
2. A copy of the original invoice/receipt.
   1. Must include the R-value of the pre-existing insulation, the R-value of the insulation installed, the square footage covered, and payment terms.
3. The completed rebate application form.

Once the job is complete and the form is correctly filled and returned, you'll receive a receipt for a rebate check in about 6 to 8 weeks. JEA processes and pays rebates on a first-come, first-served basis. When it comes to maximizing your comfort while also increasing your potential money-back opportunity, your team of local professionals at Koala Insulation of Northwest Jacksonville is here to help you navigate the process with ease.

Other Incentives for Insulation Upgrades

If you’re looking for more ways to save on energy efficiency upgrades, 2023 is the year to get started. Local and national initiatives just got a significant boost from the Inflation Reduction Act. This bill was signed into law in August 2022 and many opportunities opened starting in 2023.

The Inflation Reduction Act is not only upgrading several energy efficiency programs that already exist; the bill is adding a number of new incentives as well. Insulation specifically is mentioned in several areas that provide tax credits, rebates, and funding for state programs. Whether you own your own home or you currently rent the space, upgrades that reduce the energy waste of your environment are likely to offer more than just long-term benefits of comfort and overall savings!

For more information about how the Inflation Reduction Act can impact your savings, take a closer look at our detailed breakdown and grab Koala Insulation’s PDF summary on our Incentives page here. 

Find More Savings Opportunities with Local Experts

Taking the time to improve your home and the material inside is a great investment opportunity. Upgrading insulation and air sealing throughout a building can drastically reduce energy bills. These savings are on top of the fact that an update will also improve the comfort and safety of your environment.

At Koala Insulation of Northwest Jacksonville, we strive to bring our neighbors the best products while still providing reliable and affordable services. We team up with local initiatives like JEA’s rebate program to help reduce the cost of keeping your space comfortable. Our team of industry experts also offers free evaluations so you and your household can make informed decisions based on the current condition of your insulation and air sealing.

Contact your local industry professionals at Koala Insulation of Northwest Jacksonville today to schedule your free evaluation.