Lately, we’ve had more and more people asking us about the difference between PSE&G’s Quick Home Energy Check-up program and a Ciel Home Energy Audit, so we’ve put together this short piece to help you decide which one is right for you.

Congratulations! If you’ve found your way to this blog entry, then you’re already thinking about one of the most important things you can do as a homeowner: improving the efficiency of your home. 

However, with the glut of information that’s out there on the subject, you might also be feeling overwhelmed, confused, or even downright immobilized regarding the best way to proceed. 

In the video below, our co-founder and managing member, Scott Fischer, breaks out the offerings of each option, along with why one or the other may make more sense for you. Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll learn when you watch. 

A Great Starting Point: PSE&G’s Quick Home Energy Check-up

As we often say here at Ciel, sustainability isn’t a destination, but a journey. If you’re just starting your journey by evaluating your home energy efficiency options, PSE&G’s Quick Home Energy Check-up is an excellent place to begin. 

When you take advantage of this program, you’ll get a free customized report containing recommendations for reducing your household energy use. You’ll also gain access to complimentary upgrades, as well as information about PSE&G incentive programs which can offset the costs of the upgrades you choose to make. 

Speaking of incentive programs, today's most comprehensive incentive initiative is the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program. A collaboration between the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, it offers many benefits, including extensive cash-back incentives of up to $5,000 as well as a $15,000 on-bill repayment component for PSE&G customers.   

These incentives are so significant that homeowners can end up with little to no upfront costs. That's where a more intensive Ciel Home Energy Audit comes in.  

Maximize Your Energy Efficiency Efforts with a Ciel Home Energy Audit

When it comes to making the most of Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program incentives, a Ciel Home Energy Audit offers a powerful partnership. 

Following a thorough examination of your home, you’ll receive a thorough report on your home’s efficiency. Your personalized Ciel Home Energy Audit report will detail the specific upgrades you can make and how much you’ll save by making them, along with pricing for each upgrade and a breakdown of the incentive money that’s available to you. 

There's No Better Time Than Now

More than a million people across the country have participated in the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR® program. New Jersey is a leader when it comes to the benefits of joining them.

And there’s even more good news on this front. Whether you take the very first step of understanding your options with PSE&G’s Quick Home Energy Check-up or you’re ready to accelerate your journey with a Ciel Home Energy Audit detailing exactly what you need to do to optimize your home efficiency improvements (and your savings), you'll be on your way. 

We’d be delighted to join you on your journey. To learn more about the difference between PSE&G’s Quick Home Energy Check-up and a Ciel Home Energy Audit, watch the video. Then, email us at info@cielpower.com to let us know how we can help you reach your home energy efficiency goals.