I don't have the specifics. The program is called the High Performance w/ Energy Star Program. I am planning on doing a foam job in my basement in Dec. The contractor sent me a bunch of work sheets from this program w/ the incentives. Try the new york state energy star program web site it may all be there.

http://www.getenergysmart.org/SingleFamilyHomes/ExistingBuilding/HomeOwner/Participate.aspx

My contractor said that he has to submit the paper work to NYS and get the job approved before he starts the job.

Posted by: divemd at October 22, 2008 8:17 PM in response to blown-in insulation savings

I did it. Used Federal. One issue is do you have any insulation up there already ?? If you do its a problem. To blow fiberglass on top on bats creates air channels and decreases R value of the insulation and creates air leaks. Its better to pull it all out and blow into a clear space so it packs better. (I found out the hard way. I have bats)

Federal did a good job but its very hard to get in touch with the guy. He finally came after many calls. He came back when I found a void in the ceiling of a room and blew more insulation at no charge. Good job overall once he came. I have no specific figures for you but my gut seems to say that the top floor is warmer in the winter and not as hot in the summer.

Have you thought about getting any energy audit w/ a blower door test ? Its around $400 and its part of a NYS program so the fee is refundable if you use a certified contractor. In addition, there are also other programs w/ more savings and financing available through NYS if you do more work. Its not bad takes a few hrs and includes check your furnace/water heater for efficiency and CO. The blower is the best part looks for air leakage in your home's envelope. Holes equal drafts and lots heat and AC loss.

Good luck,

Posted by: divemd at September 28, 2008 9:58 AM in response to blown-in insulation savings

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Posted by: divemd at September 28, 2008 9:18 AM in response to Need a mantle restorer

Divemd - I had an energy audit performed by CEC but they only use cellulose and I'm leaning toward fiberglass (no termite concerns, no mold concerns, etc.).

Do you have any info about this NYS refund program and would it apply to my CEC audit if I have another company install the insulation or is it only applied toward the installation by the contractor you use for the audit?

Daveinbedstuy - you mentioned Air-Krete in a past post - I'm also considering this as well as my front wall is quite drafty (I can feel the wind in my living room in the winter).

Do you know anything about the costs and energy benefits of having it installed?

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Posted by: henlay at September 29, 2008 6:00 AM in response to Need a mantle restorer

A few years back, I laid down rolls of fiberglass insulation in the crawl space of my 1900 row house. I want to mention that whatever I am saving in heat, I am sure I am paying in air conditioning. I am no longer drafty in the winter but I am hot as hell the rest of the year. Just something to keep in mind when figuring the costs/benefits of insulation if you personally utilize (aren't renting out) the top floor of your brownstone.

Posted by: bqe1970 at September 30, 2008 10:42 PM in response to blown-in insulation savings

I don't have the specifics. The program is called the High Performance w/ Energy Star Program. I am planning on doing a foam job in my basement in Dec. The contractor sent me a bunch of work sheets from this program w/ the incentives. Try the new york state energy star program web site it may all be there.

http://www.getenergysmart.org/SingleFamilyHomes/ExistingBuilding/HomeOwner/Participate.aspx

My contractor said that he has to submit the paper work to NYS and get the job approved before he starts the job.

Posted by: divemd at October 22, 2008 8:17 PM in response to blown-in insulation savings

bqe1970, you mentioned laying rolls of fiberglass. May I ask about the technique you used? I tried to get fiberglass from the roll in the roof space of my row house. And it was incredibly difficult. I am pretty fit guy, but moving about that space is tearsome. I could not back up at all. Maybe I will need a helper who would unroll the roll and I will just pull it into the position.

I also considered to take a radio controlled car from my kid and use it to pull rolls. :)

Posted by: bobjohn at December 29, 2008 1:40 PM in response to blown-in insulation savings