- NYC homeowners can save 15-20% on energy bills through NYSERDA’s free air sealing services for income-eligible households
Professional air sealing eliminates drafts, reduces energy waste, and improves indoor comfort while cutting $300-600 in annual costs
The EmPower+ program provides comprehensive home assessments and sealing at no cost to qualifying families earning under $76,668
Maria, a Queens homeowner, diligently turns off lights and uses energy-efficient appliances, yet her utility bills remain stubbornly high. Like many New Yorkers, she’s overlooking an invisible culprit that’s costing her hundreds of dollars annually: air sealing NYC homes need to address hidden gaps and cracks that allow conditioned air to escape.
According to the EPA, homeowners can save an average of 15% on heating and cooling costs through proper air sealing—money literally escaping through cracks and gaps in your home. In NYC’s extreme climate, with bitter winters and sweltering summers, these energy leak costs are particularly devastating, often adding $300-600 to annual utility bills for the average household.
That’s where NYSERDA’s EmPower+ program benefits make a critical difference for qualifying families. This initiative provides free comprehensive air sealing services to low-income households, targeting the most common leakage points: windows, doors, attics, and foundations.
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NYSERDA EmPower+ participants typically experience energy bill reductions of 10-20% after professional air sealing.
Immediate Comfort Improvements
The air sealing benefits extend beyond financial savings:
- Temperature consistency improves as drafts disappear
- Indoor air quality enhances as outdoor pollutants are blocked
- Noise reduction creates quieter living spaces
- HVAC efficiency increases, reducing equipment strain
As one Queens homeowner shared in our EmPower+ success stories, “The difference was noticeable immediately. My apartment stays warm all winter without my heating running constantly, and my energy bills dropped significantly.”
Long-Term Value
These improvements make your home truly energy efficient, with benefits accumulating year after year. The reduction in airborne contaminants is particularly beneficial for family members with respiratory conditions, making household energy efficiency upgrades especially valuable for families prioritizing health.
Ready to transform your home’s energy efficiency and join thousands of NYC families already saving energy through EmPower+? As a NYSERDA-approved provider, Patriot Energy Solutions offers comprehensive services to help you access these valuable benefits.
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Contact Patriot Energy Solutions now to claim your free EmPower+ assessment before funding runs out. Don't let another month of high energy bills pass you by!
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Do you Qualify for Empower+ program for free upgrades?
If you receive HEAP, SNAP and/or TANF and fall within the income bracket specified in the table to the right, you may be eligible.
