Performance Tested Comfort System (PTCS)
*Purchases made Prior to October 1,
2009 do not qualify
 Duct Sealing and System Certification Rebates
What Is A Dysfunctional House?
Simply, it's a house that's not functioning as intended and
as a result is wasting energy, wasting money, may be threatening
the occupant's health and safety, and not providing the desired
level of comfort.
Studies have found up to 75% of houses can be classified as
dysfunctional. They can be old or new. Some newer homes are
so tightly built they create problems. Surprisingly, larger
and more expensive homes tend to be some of the worst. The
problems usually result from the way climate control systems
are installed, serviced and maintained.
Rarely can you tell just by looking; it can be difficult
and requires professional help and special instruments, but
sometimes there are telltale signs. Indications can include:
high utility bills, uncomfortable drafts, growth of mold or
mildew, musty or unusual odors, condensation on windows, allergies
and asthma attacks, frequent headaches and more than occasional
flu-like symptoms.
The way to be certain and to identify the sources of the
problems is diagnostic testing of your home's performance.
It's similar to visiting a doctor; technicians measure house
temperatures and pressures, then they can diagnose problems
and recommend treatment. You wouldn't have a medical operation
without diagnostic testing and probably shouldn't invest money
in home improvements until you know if they'll be effective,
efficient and actually improve your home.
Home performance testing is a state-of-the-art technique
to test and analyze the way the house functions as a complete
system. Trained technicians use a variety of instruments to
measure temperature, airflow and air pressures. PTCS Certified
technicians can tell whether the house is pressurized or depressurized
and know why.
They can tell how much heated, or cooled air is wastefully
leaking into or out of the air ducts and the building envelope.
They'll identify situations where dangerous combustion gases
like carbon monoxide fumes are being inhaled into the house,
and can tell if a heat pump or air conditioner is properly
charged with refrigerant They'll suggest improvements that
will save energy save money, or even save your life. Click
here for Premium Efficiency Duct System Standards.
Rebate Amounts
If your primary heat source is electric forced air or heat
pump CPI offers the following rebates for duct systems that
have been sealed to PTCS specifications by a PTCS
certified contractor.
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Eligibility Requirements
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Single Family New Construction
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Single Family Existing
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Manufactured Homes (new & existing)
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| Duct Sealing includes heat pump &
electric forced air |
Any electric ducted forced air system |
$400
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$500
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$400
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| Commissioning& Controls |
Any new heat pump |
$300
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$300
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$300
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| Commissioning & Controls w/ Duct Sealing (includes
$50 bonus) |
Any new heat pump (w/ ducts outside) |
$750
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$850
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$750
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*CPI is not responsible for tax credits. To find out how
to apply and make sure you qualify for the State
of Oregon Tax credits click here.
CPI rebate will be issued upon receipt of the CPI rebate
form and PTCS duct certification from a PTCS certified duct
sealing contractor.
Contact us at 541-929-8520 or 800-872-9036 x 8520 for more
information.
Click here
to download the rebate form in pdf format.
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