Save Money & Energy

Free Insulation Program

Find out how nearly 135,000 of your neighbors are saving money and energy for FREE. It doesn’t matter if you own a home or rent! 

FREE Insulation?

Is your home freezing in the winter? Boiling in the summer? Are you having trouble paying your utility bills? See if you qualify for the EmPower New York program through Upstate Spray Foam today! The EmPower program provides free energy efficiency solutions for income-eligible New York residents. Find out how nearly 135,000 of your neighbors are saving money and energy for FREE. It doesn’t matter if you own a home or rent! Once enrolled in the program you will receive upgrades that benefit you by:

  • Lowering your energy bills
  • Saving money
  • Improving your quality of life by living in a healthier, more comfortable home
  • Enjoying peace of mind

EmPower New York Income Guidelines

Do you qualify for other programs like HEAP or SNAP?

To qualify for services through EmPower, homeowners and renters must meets income requirements to qualify for EmPower New York. You may be eligible if you can answer “yes” to these statements.

  • I live in a home or building with 100 units or fewer
  • My household income is below 60 percent of the state median income (same as eligibility as regular HEAP benefits; see chart below to see if your income fits EmPower New York Guidelines)
    OR
    I participate in a utility payment assistance program
  • I am an electricity customer of Central Hudson, Con Edison, National Grid, NYSEG, Orange andRockland, Rochester Gas & Electric and pay SBC
    OR
    Heat with oil, propane, or kerosene
  • I am responsible for paying utility bills

If you are HEAP or SNAP eligible, you may qualify to receive FREE energy and money saving improvements such as:

  • FREE Insulation
  • FREE Air Sealing
  • FREE Energy-Efficient Lighting
  • FREE New Refrigerator & More!

Do you qualify for other programs like HEAP or SNAP?

Household Size Maximum Gross Monthly Income Maximum Annual Income
1 $2,610 $31,318
2 $3,413 $40,954
3 $4,216 $50,590
4 $5,019 $60,226
5 $5,822 $69,862
6 $6,625 $79,498
7 $6,775 $81,305
8 $7,238 $86,860
9 $7,975 $95,700
10 $8,712 $104,540
*The current income guidelines for EmPower New York are set at 60% of the state medium income