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Building an ENERGY STAR® Certified Home

New home buyers can save money by building homes designed to save energy and improve comfort while supporting a sustainable future.

Save Energy and Money by Working with Your Builder to Construct an ENERGY STAR® Home

ENERGY STAR certified homes are at least 10% more efficient than homes built to code, with a 20% average improvement. *

Plan Before You Build and Save on Energy for Years


Benefits of Building an ENERGY STAR Certified Home

ENERGY STAR certified homes offer enduring quality, wall-to-wall comfort, peace of mind and proven value.

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Earn Federal Tax Credits

When you build an ENERGY STAR certified home, federal tax credits may be available.

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Find a Builder

Use this directory to find a preferred contractor near you who can guide you through the process and help with rebates.

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Have Questions? Give Us a Call at 866-234-0445.

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Need New Electric or Gas Service?

To set up a new service connection or upgrade your existing service, give us a call.

Call 800-477-5050

Other Ways to Save


Heating and Cooling

Upgrade to high efficiency heating and cooling and you could receive hundreds of dollars in rebates - on top of the energy you'll save

See Heating and Cooling Rebates

Lighting

Get instant savings on ENERGY STAR certified lighting at over 350 local retailers throughout Michigan. No coupons or rebate forms needed.

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Insulation and Windows

Whether you are doing it yourself or hiring a contractor, we offer valuable rebates on ENERGY STAR® windows, glass doors and insulation.

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Shift Electricity Use and Save Money

Explore Peak Power Savers® for programs that help you save money when you shift energy use during times when energy use is most expensive.

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