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The Los Angeles Times wrote a great article pertaining to the new LADWP rebate program. Here a few key points and quotes from the article. The full article can be found online at the LA Times website.

Los Angelas Mayor Eric Garcetti and LADWP officials approve a $100 million dollar budget to encourage homeowners and DWP customers to upgrade their attic insulation which will help lower their heating and cooling bills. Home owners who take part in the program will be eligible for a rebate for 80% of the total cost or $1.00 per sq ft. Once rebate is submitted, customers can expect reimbursement within 30-60 days.

”Adding insulation will reduce homeowner’s use of air-conditioning and put less pressure on the city’s power grid,” Garcetti said. “We can reduce our energy usage and help our bottom line,” he said. “We can protect the environment and cut greenhouse emissions, and we can move Los Angelas into a stronger and more resilient future.”

DWP General Manager David Wright, who said putting in insulation could cost homeowners “several hundred dollars” but could save them $20 to $40 per month on their electric bills, every single month. Everyone involved with the program highly encourages homeowners to take advantage of the program and to not overlook the value and importance of adding insulation to their attic. Another great article can be found at the Mayor's website.

Insulation, especially in an attic, allows for cool air from an air conditioner to spread more evenly. This will keep living environments cooler for longer periods of time.

Insulation has the opposite effect in winter by working to trap heat indoors. Homes without sufficient insulation typically experience temperature fluctuations of 5 to 10 degrees, forcing their heating or cooling systems to work harder to keep homes comfortable.

Homeowners participating in the new insulation program can expect temperature fluctuations to drop to 3 degrees or less, resulting in reduced costs for air-conditioning or heating.