Finance Your Home Improvement Project in Maine

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Many homes from the Rockland region down to the greater Portland, ME area are older or experience problems with inefficiency. When updating your home, you may tend to focus on more visible and cosmetic improvements like an updated kitchen or new flooring. This may mean that many necessary energy efficiency improvement projects get put on hold.

What many Maine homeowners don’t realize is that by increasing the energy efficiency of their home, greater comfort and lower energy bills would be an immediate benefit. What if there was a simple way to make efficiency projects more affordable?

Energy Loans from Efficiency Maine

Efficiency Maine is a state program that not only offers rebates for certain efficiency improvements but also provides two loan options. Both financing options are for small residential buildings, so whether you live in a single-family home or an apartment building with a maximum of four units, you can finance your efficiency upgrades through Efficiency Maine. Both loan solutions have terms of up to 10 years.

Efficiency Maine Energy Loan Type 1

The fixed, low-interest rate of 4.99% requires a minimum credit score of 640 and a low debt to income ratio allowing you to borrow up to $7,500, while an even higher score of 680 or greater will get you up to $15,000 for your home’s efficiency updates.

Efficiency Maine Energy Loan Type 2

A second option, for homeowners with a slightly lower credit score and a higher debt to income ratio, is a fixed 5.99% APR loan. You can receive up to $7,500 if your credit score is at least 620 or $4,000 with a score of 580 for your efficiency improvements.

Evergreen Home Performance Solutions for Your Midcoast & Southern Maine Home

At Evergreen Home Performance, we specialize in efficiency solutions which will have a marked effect on your year-round comfort and help you save more on your energy bills. With comprehensive air sealing, insulation, and basement encapsulation, we can provide you with the efficiency upgrades your home needs. Don’t wait to make these important improvements to your home — finance today and for less than the cost of the average monthly cell phone bill you’ll have a more comfortable and energy efficient home!

Upgrading your home’s energy efficiency for greater comfort and increased savings is simple with financing options. Contact Evergreen or call 207-594-2244 to learn more today.

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We just finished a large project of air sealing and reinsulating our 1890s basement and attic which had been completely renovated 8 years ago but still felt cold and lacked proper energy assessment and corrections. We met with Justin in December and were very impressed with his knowledge, professionalism and communication skills and knew Evergreen was who we wanted to work with. Dave was our on hands project manager and was excellent. The office staff has been quick to respond and helpful as well when needed.

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Paul D.

Wells

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Chris F.

Thomaston

We had Evergreen redo the insulation in our roof. The team handling our project did a great job. They left the house spotless. We've already noticed the difference in how much better our house is retaining heat. I would definitely recommend and will use them for future projects.

Ffej C.

South Portland

Evergreen came out 2 years ago to do an assessment and insulate our roof. This year we had them come back and do the basement as well. They are hands-down the best crew we've ever hired to work on our house. They are experts at what they do, and super meticulous in their work. After working in our house for a week with blown insulation, there was no trace they were ever here. We've seen a huge decrease in our energy bills while at the same time the house has become way more comfortable. Can't recommend them enough.

RC Lations II

Portland

We had Evergreen energy do blow-in cellulose. I was very happy with the result. They tested with blower-door before and after. House is now MUCH warmer. Also, in the time since when I've had to open walls for various access, I've been impressed with how they got the insulation packed in everywhere. I'd use them again.

Noah

Peaks Island

Evergreen has a professional and reliable team of people who do excellent work. If you want the best of the best in the area, select Evergreen to accomplish your insulation needs.

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St. George

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Darlene R

Bath

I cant say enough about this company and the benefits that it created for our family. They are very professional and have effectively re-insulated our home. The heating bill proves the point.

Bob O.

Springvale

We are thrilled with the job Evergreen did to transform our 213 year old home into a warm, draft-free, cozy space. The entire team led by Bruce was prompt, courteous, knowledgeable, and hard working. If Evergreen could transform our home in this way, we are sure they would make a comparable difference in YOUR home!

Jonathan M.

Bridgton

I made the mistake of NOT hiring this company last year when I bought and renovated my home. I have brought them in now and what a difference. This group knows what they are doing. They take a complete look at everything and believe they can make your home more energy efficient. They are very professional in the way they approach problems and solutions. And they find ways to save me money. Don't bother with anyone else. Bring Evergreen in before you do anything. Let them assess your issues and give you the right solutions.

Shaw

Owls Head

Evergreen has just completed Phase 2 of 2 at my home. They are professional, hard-working and courteous. They communicate well..no surprises. They've gone above and beyond to make my home comfortable and were very respectful of my home.I recommend them unequivocally!!!Many thanks to Brian, Brian, Rick, Eddie, Dawson and the rest of the Evergreen crew!!

David Henry Feldman

Evergreen completed the work at my home thoroughly and professionally. An inspector from Efficiency Maine came to inspect afterwards and described it as "state of the art" and "outstanding". The crew was very pleasant and considerate during the project. Their cleanup each day was perfect. Communications with the office were easy and reliable. I am very satisfied.

Catherine H.

South Portland

Greetings one and all! I am writing to express my gratitude to all involved in my insulation project.  From start to finish, I appreciate the universal theme which was maintained by each and every one of you, to ensure that my home was insulated and protected from freezing pipes as if it was your home. Andrea, thanks for helping me navigate my way to the project. Nate, thanks for the thorough initial assessment and the time you took to explain this project to me, step by step. Brian, thanks for setting up my project - so happy

Michele

Our house still the most efficient home we’ve ever lived in. And we have you folks to thank for that! A special howdy to Brian Robinson please!

Bruce O’Donal and Eva Butler

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