NYSERDA EmPower+ Program
Free Home Energy Assessments
NYSERDA EmPower+ Program
Helping New Yorkers Save on Energy Costs
Here at Fred F. Collis & Sons, we help you to receive the maximum benefit from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority’s EmPower+ Program. This NYSERDA Program is designed to help low-to-moderate-income households in New York State lower their energy costs by improving their home’s efficiency—at little to no cost. Fred F. Collis & Sons has helped thousands of Central New York residents take advantage of this incentive program. Now it’s your turn. Apply to make your home more comfortable, more efficient, and more affordable to heat and cool.How You Benefit from the EmPower+ Program
The NYSERDA EmPower+ Program is a long-term solution for a more comfortable home with energy improvements that make a real difference. Eligible households receive financial incentives to upgrade their home’s energy usage. Not only does it make your home more efficient, but it also helps you reduce energy waste.EmPower+ Program Qualifications
Many people throughout Central New York qualify for the EmPower Program. The program is open to income-eligible owners and renters. You may be eligible if any of the following apply:- Your household income is at or below 80% of the State Median Income (SMI)
- You participate in a utility payment assistance program (such as HEAP, SNAP, or SSI)
- You live in a designated geographic priority area

What Energy Efficiency Upgrades Are Available?
The EmPower+ Program provides a range of free or discounted upgrades to make your home more energy-efficient, including:- Insulation
- Air sealing
- Smart thermostats
- HVAC upgrades
- Heat pumps
- High-efficiency furnaces
- LED lighting
- Heat pump water heaters
- Smoke detectors
- Pipe wrap
How the Application Process Works
Qualifying for the EmPower+ Program with Fred F. Collis & Sons is simple. Here’s what to expect:- Free Home Energy Assessment – Everyone qualifies for aFREE home energy assessment, where one of our professionals evaluates your home’s energy usage and identifies where upgrades can make the biggest impact. For those who meet the income eligibility requirements, a more comprehensive home energy audit is available, which includes diagnostic testing and direct-install upgrades like LED bulbs, door sweeps, and air sealing at no cost.
- Application Assistance – Our team will help you fill out and submit the necessary forms. We will walk you through everything to ensure everything is submitted correctly so you don’t miss out on savings.
- Installation & Upgrades – Once approved, our certified technicians will install the energy efficiency improvements your home needs.











