What’s In Store for EHP in 2021? Environmental Justice

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We now live in a much different world than we did a year ago—and the changes this global pandemic has forced us all to make may be around much longer than we initially anticipated. But some issues that preceded one of the “least-precedented” years in recent memory, have only gotten worse or more visible and call us all to action.

Equality and Efficiency

One lesson that 2020 taught all of us is that there is still much work to be done to eradicate racial discrimination. Environmental issues impact us all, but they impact the oppressed and underprivileged at higher rates and at higher levels. Negative climate change effects like heat waves, drought, and flooding disproportionately impact communities of color in the U.S. and poorer nations worldwide.

To help Maine do its part to reduce our nation’s output of carbon pollution, Evergreen Home Performance strives to provide Mainers with affordable, effective home efficiency upgrades. We also seek to build a company built on social justice and we advocate for public policies that maximize opportunities for environmental justice for all.

Improving The Environment, One Home at a Time

When we were all in the throes of lockdown back in April, much of the global population headed indoors and scientists watched to see how the earth itself would react. The city of New Delhi reported that fine particulate matter in the air dropped 60%, coyotes were seen on the streets of San Francisco, and astronauts observed changes in the earth from above

The US still generates 89% of its energy from non-renewable sources, like natural gas, coal, and petroleum. Twenty-one percent of that energy is consumed in our homes. If we are going to start to slow the effects of climate change, we are going to need to address the efficiency of one of our biggest energy consumers: the home. 

This is why we started Evergreen Home Performance over a decade and a half ago. We are thinking globally about the harmful effects of human-made carbon emissions, by acting locally to help Mainers live in safe, comfortable, healthy, and efficient homes. 

Less Energy, More Comfort

Our quest for efficiency has led to a passion for building science, and we have learned that many of the same home improvements that make a home more efficient will also make it more comfortable, with healthier indoor air quality. By upgrading your windows and doors, properly insulating key areas like the attic, basement, and exterior walls, and even waterproofing or encapsulating your crawl space, your home will certainly be more comfortable. But most importantly, it will also:

  • Require less energy and/or heating oil

  • Have a smaller carbon footprint

  • Be more resilient during a power outage

  • Reduce demand on Maine’s aging electrical grid 

We qualify our customers for Efficiency Maine Rebates and assist with reputable lenders to make our projects affordable.

A Company of Mainers Serving Mainers

Our most important asset is our employees. We maintain a team of talented, experienced, and professional technicians who are solely focused on helping their neighbors, friends, and family. Evergreen Home Performance is proud to be a Maine-owned company, employing Mainers, and working in Maine homes. If you want to know more about our quest for environmental justice here in Maine, just ask us!

Make your home more comfortable while reducing your need for fossil fuels. Schedule an energy audit with Evergreen Home Performance at 207-594-2244 or get in touch here.

Make a difference in your community, and make a difference in your home!

Ask us how to Evergreen your home.

We initially contacted Evergreen through Efficiency Maine for an energy audit, which was conducted promptly and professionally by Justin McEdward, one of their Energy Advisors who is BPI-certified. After a thorough inspection of our newly purchased home, Justin explained in great detail what we needed and did not need. It was agreed that Evergreen would remove all of the existing attic insulation, which was not adequate, and replace it with blown in cellulose, to a rating of R-60.

Thomas W.

Scarborough

Thanks Evergreen Home Performance for helping to make our home more efficient. Many thanks as well to Bryan for the initial walk through and recommendations to make our home more efficient and to Dave, Roland, and Jacob for a job that was done professionally and courteous.  We were amazed at the level of efficiency and everyday they made sure to protect our floors, carpets, and furniture. We had daily discussions with Dave about progress and what was being done and where they were at in the project.

Carol Fink

"Working with Evergreen from start to finish was a great experience." See what our customers have to say about their experience with Evergreen Home Performance. 

Jeff L.

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

I was extremely pleased with the professionalism and quality of service that I received from the Evergreen team. I met Richard to discuss options for insulation. I knew immediately that I wanted to do business with them because he did not try to over-sell extra services that I did not need. Dave was the project manager. He was not only kind, but very respectful of my home. I would highly recommend this company.

Darlyann M

Bath

Evergreen is the "go-to" company for improving the efficiency of your home. There are others to choose from but none so effective, honest, and capable as Evergreen. They did a great quantity of dense packing cellulose to improve our home (both for energy efficiency and for sound insulation) and it was totally successful. They are on-time, helpful, and caring. They clean up to a level that can't be over emphasized. This was the second time we employed them and we'd use them again if the opportunity came. You'll not be sorry to select Evergreen.

Dirk F.

Belfast

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.

Emily Gallant

Awesome company. It was a few years ago that they did the audit and then we commissioned them to do the work. We subsequently sold our house and moved to South Africa, but their level of service and expertise will live on.

Odette Brown

I cannot say enough great things about working with Evergreen Home Performance. Everything including the initial consultation, the fabulous work crew, the office support and the final resolution was handled in a caring and professional manner. My only regret is that I did not know about them earlier. I enthusiastically recommend Evergreen to anyone with concerns about home energy use.

Darlene R

Bath

Working with Evergreen was a dream! Professional, knowledgeable, and super clean work. Communication was fast and service impeccable. The bedroom floors in our 1960's split ranch will be warm with the new insulation between them and the garage. Bring on the snow! (not really, but sort of)

Jess Dee Proctor

Evergreen has insulated two homes that we've owned now and both times we experienced exceptional service and craftsmanship. Our rep, Justin, went above and beyond answering questions and the installation team was attentive to every detail, including pulling out old poorly installed insulation and redoing a bathroom fan that wasn't up to current code. They also left the place spotless every day! Our home is already so much warmer this fall and we are looking forward to using less oil this winter.

Eva G.

Falmouth

We couldn't be more pleased with the easy, professional, high-value service from Evergreen. Having purchased an older home that had been in our family for generations, we needed multiple upgrades, including insulation throughout. Evergreen insulated our attic with blown-in cellulose, built a new, super-insulated attic hatch, sealed off the old one (which was just a piece of plywood in a closet ceiling), and also talked us through our best options to upgrade our heating system given the plans we have to add onto the house.

Tom G.

South Thomaston

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

I have always been impressed by the high level of service, quality of work, and excellent follow-through provided by Evergreen Home Performance in the three projects that they completed at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm over the past several years.

Paul D.

Wells

Highly recommended. Our heating usage is now less than half what it was before we had our roof insulated. Evergreen was knowledgeable, friendly, and left no trace they were ever in our house. Not only is our heating bill much lower now, but our home is generally more comfortable year-round with less temperature fluctuations. Money well spent.

RC Lations

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