Idaho Window Rebates for Single-Family Homes
Rebates available to qualified customers:
Rebate | Installation | New window requirements | Incentive |
---|---|---|---|
Windows |
Contractor install |
U-Factor .29 or lower |
$4.00/SQft |
Windows |
Self-install |
U-Factor .29 or lower |
$2.00/SQft |
Storm windows |
Contractor install |
Energy Star certified or emissivity ≤ .22 and solar transmissivity ≥ .55 |
$3.00/SQft |
Storm windows |
Self-install |
Energy Star certified or emissivity ≤ .22 and solar transmissivity ≥ .55 |
$1.00/SQft |
Get your rebate
Step 1: Choose qualifying equipment and licensed contractor (if applicable)
- For contractor install window rebate, windows must be installed by a licensed contractor. We recommend that you obtain several bids for comparison.
- For self-install window rebate, homeowner must certify windows were installed according to manufacturer’s instructions.
- Ensure windows meet required efficiency ratings.
Step 2: Ensure your home qualifies
- Only existing homes qualify (no new construction).
- Primary fuel used for heating must be Avista electric or natural gas service.
- For primary single-family homes.
- Annual usage will be reviewed to ensure at least 4,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity or more than 120 therms of natural gas were used in the last 12 months, in order to be eligible.
- Seasonal and recreational homes are not eligible.
- Call (800) 227-9187 or email rebates@myavista.com to verify your usage and pre-qualify your project.
Step 3: Submit a rebate application
- Complete and submit a rebate application within 120 days of qualifying equipment installation.
- Include a copy or electronic image of the final invoice and supporting documentation, which must include total window square footage or window measurements, u-factor of all windows, and cost (bids and estimates are not accepted).
- For self-installed windows, include post-project photos and sign the DIY Window Self-Certification.
- For storm windows, include Energy Star certificate or window specification sheet. Energy Star certificates are available at energystar.gov/productfinder/.
Rebate applications may be submitted via the following:
Online: Rebate application
Download the rebate form and once complete, send it—along with your required documentation—via the following:
- Email: rebates@myavista.com
- Fax: (509) 777-5784
- Mail: Avista Rebates PO Box 3727, MSC-15
Spokane, WA 99220-3727
Important rebate information
- Avista reserves the right to verify installation of the energy efficiency measure(s) prior to payment and will coordinate inspection, as applicable.
- Homeowners are responsible for complying with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Avista, and its agents, may upon reasonable notice, request access to customer’s premises after payment, for evaluation and measurement purposes.
- Rebates will not exceed 100% of the actual measure cost, including tax.
- Rebates are paid directly to homeowner via check or account credit, unless homeowner authorizes payment release to contractor.
- Allow up to 8 weeks for processing and payment, including issuance of check or bill credit.