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No-cost energy visits from Renew Boston

No-cost services and products proven to reduce your monthly energy bill are now available to renters!

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Call Renew Boston at 617-635-3850 if you'd like more information on the energy visit. If you are ready to schedule your energy visit call Mass Save at 617-635-SAVE (7283)!

For renters

Receive a no-cost energy visit from a Certified Energy Specialist who will provide the renter with money-saving, energy-efficient products on arrival – all at absolutely no cost to the renter. Landlord permission is not required, but if additional money-saving and efficiency opportunities are identified, Mass Save will follow up with the property owner.

Products and services provided/installed:
  • No-cost home energy visit from a Mass Save Certified Energy Specialist
  • No-cost LED light bulb replacement (saves $10/bulb/year)
  • No-cost low-flow shower heads and faucet aerators
  • No-cost “smart” advanced power strips (saves $30/year)
  • Substantial rebates for refrigerators and clothes washer replacement (if desired)
  • A custom report with tips for how to make your unit as comfortable as possible
Additional Information:

    Taking advantage is easy! Simply call Renew Boston at 617-635-3850 and let them know you’re interested in an energy visit for your apartment.

    If you qualify for fuel assistance, please call ABCD’s Weatherization Assistance Program at 617-357-6012

    Have more questions? Contact Mass Save at 617-635-SAVE (7283)

For homeowners

All homeowners in 1-4 unit buildings are eligible to receive a no-cost energy visit from a Certified Energy Specialist. No-cost money saving products and info on HUGE discounts for insulation, heating system replacement, and appliance upgrades.

No-cost Products and services provided on arrival:
  • Home energy visit from a Certified Energy Specialist
  • Programmable thermostat (Cut 10-20% off your bill)
  • LED light bulb replacement  (saves $10/bulb/year)
  • Low-flow shower heads and faucet aerators
  • “Smart” advanced power strips (saves $30/year)
  • A custom report with tips for how to make your home as comfortable and efficient as possible
You may also qualify for:
  • 75% off up to $2,000 insulation improvements and installation
  • No-cost air sealing of walls and windows
  • Generous rebates to upgrade heating, cooling, and water heating systems
  • 0% interest Mass Save HEAT Loan to finance eligible upgrades

Taking advantage is easy! Simply call Mass Save at 617-635-7283(SAVE) and let them know you’re interested in an energy visit for your home.

Have more questions? Contact Mass Save at 617-635-7283(SAVE)

For landlords

Retain your tenants by improving the comfort of your 1-4 unit building through Renew Boston and Mass Save Whole Building Program. You will receive a no-cost energy visit from a Certified Energy Specialist and instantly be provided no-cost money-saving products and info on HUGE discounts for insulation, heating system replacement, and appliance upgrades (hassle free and no obligation).

No-cost Products and services provided on arrival:
  • Home energy visit from a Certified Energy Specialist
  • LED light bulb replacement
  • Low-flow shower heads and faucet aerators
  • Smart power strips and programmable thermostats 
  • A custom report with tips for how to make your home as comfortable and efficient as possible
You may also qualify for:
  • 90% off up to $3,000 for insulation where all units are weatherized
  • 75% off up to $2,000 insulation PER ELIGIBLE UNIT 
  • No-cost air sealing of walls, windows, and doors
  • Generous rebates to upgrade heating, cooling, water heating systems, and appliances
  • Opportunity to apply for 0% interest HEAT LOAN to finance eligible upgrades
  • If you own and live in an attached 2-4 unit condominium you may also qualify.
  • If your building is mixed-income you may still qualify, contact the City of Boston Environment Department at 617-635-3850 and ask for Lourdes Lopez.

Taking advantage is easy! Simply call Mass Save at 617-635-7283(SAVE) and let them know you’re interested in an energy visit for your home.

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