Idaho Insulation Rebates for Single-Family Homes - Contractor Install Required
Rebates available to qualified customers:
| Rebate | Existing insulation | New insulation | Incentive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attic insulation* |
R-11 or less |
*R-49+ |
$0.75/SQft *Note: Incentives will decrease to $0.35/SQft after 2/28/2025, for homes heated by natural gas. |
| Wall insulation |
R-0 |
R-13+ |
$0.75/SQft |
| Floor insulation |
R-0 |
R-19+ |
$0.75/SQft |
*Will accept R-38+ for attic insulation if contractor's invoice indicates installed R-value is the max value space allows.
Get your rebate
Step 1: Choose licensed contractor and qualifying equipment
- Insulation must be installed by a licensed contractor. We recommend that you obtain several bids for comparison.
- Ensure insulation meets efficiency requirements for both existing and new insulation levels.
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 at least 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
*Note: Rebate application(s) for attic insulation in homes heated by natural gas must be submitted online or postmarked on or before February 28, 2025 to be eligible for the current higher incentive.
- Complete and submit a rebate application within 120 days of qualifying equipment installation.
- Include a copy or electronic image of the final itemized invoice showing square footage, pre- and post- R-value ratings, and costs (bids and estimates are not accepted).
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.