Includes attending one-hour presentation, home visit by consultation experts
The City of Mountain Lake, along with Minnesota Energy Resources Corporation, are sponsoring a residential energy audit for Mountain Lake homeowners.
Those interested in signing up for an audit must first attend a one-hour energy presentation, at either the 2:30 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. session, on Tuesday, February 4, at Mountain Lake City Hall, located at 930 3rd Avenue. Each household attending will receive a free energy-saving goody bag, which includes an LED light bulb. To reserve a spot, contact 507-427-2999 or e-mail city@mountainlake.govoffice.com.
At the time of the presentation, homeowners can schedule a home energy audit for only $50, which includes all services and installations. Mountain Lake Utilities and Minnesota Energy Resources will split the remaining $275 of the bill. (Marilyn Feil of Mountain Lake was the winner of the free home energy audit.)
For the home inspection visit, Greg Ernst and Associates, the consultation experts will, based on the home’s specific needs:
* Install materials, including a high-efficiency showerhead, faucet aerators – and up to 5 LED light bulbs – and more.
* Perform a blower door test to measure the home for air leaks.
* Complete an insulation inspection.
* Safety check the home’s heating system and water heater.
*Help the homeowner find qualified insulation contractions.
It was noted at the home energy audit qualifies a homeowner for specialized energy financing and utility rebates.
Participants must be a homeowner and a Minnesota Energy Resources and MLMU (Mountain Lake Minnesota Utilities) customer.
