NYS Comfort Home Program (NYSERDA)
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs NYS Comfort Home Program (NYSERDA) in its Rochester, NY research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
The NYSERDA Comfort Home Program offers rebates to New York homeowners for insulation and air sealing improvements in one-to-four family homes. As of 2025, attic and rim joist insulation rebates increased to $2,500 and wall insulation rebates remain at $3,000, with a combined package maximum of $3,000 per household. No income limit applies; any homeowner paying the electric System Benefits Charge is eligible.
Rebates paid directly to participating contractor, reducing the homeowner's out-of-pocket cost. Attic/rim joist: up to $2,500. Walls: up to $3,000. Combined maximum per project: $3,000.
The cited program-specific URL responded on 2026-07-21; confirm current terms.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Rochester, NY, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- City of Rochester Housing Rehabilitation Program Up to $40,000
- City of Rochester Owner-Occupant Roof Program Up to $35K (1-family) / $45K (2-family)
- Rochester Lead Hazard Control Program Up to $35,000
- Rochester Housing Stability Fund (RHSF) Varies by need
Key Details
- Rebates up to $3,000 for insulation and air sealing, no income limit
- Attic/rim joist insulation rebate increased to $2,500 in 2025
- Wall insulation rebate up to $3,000; combined package capped at $3,000
- Open to owners of 1-4 family homes who pay the electric System Benefits Charge
- Rebate applied directly by NYSERDA-participating contractor at time of install
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Rolling, continuous program
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for NYS Comfort Home Program (NYSERDA) in Rochester, NY?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $3,000 rebate (package max). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for NYS Comfort Home Program (NYSERDA) in Rochester?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners. It also carries a no-income-limit tag. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for NYS Comfort Home Program (NYSERDA) in Rochester, NY?
Confirm the application route directly with New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 1-866-697-3732. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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