Boiler Tune-up Rebates Doubled this Fall - Xcel Energy

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Boiler Tune-up Rebates Doubled this Fall
Get ready for the winter season by tuning up your boiler before Nov. 30, 2010, and receive a
rebate for 50 percent of your tune-up costs up to $500 per boiler*. Submit your Boiler Efficiency
application with a copy of your combustion analyzer test and tune-up invoice or statement of
labor hours and loaded labor rate.
Did you know that tuning up your boiler can
improve boiler system efficiency by two percent
or more? Call your account manager or an energy
efficiency specialist today at 1-800-481-4700.
To see full rebate details or to download an
application, visit xcelenergy.com/rebates.
*Boiler must be served by Xcel Energy business retail gas and used for
space and/or domestic water heating to be eligible for tune-up rebates
every two years.
Now Available –
Prescriptive Rebates for LED Lighting
The use of LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) in lighting applications is growing rapidly and has
the potential for significant energy savings over more traditional light sources. Xcel Energy
is pleased to add some LED equipment to our retrofit and new construction prescriptive
rebate programs. See the chart below for specific products and rebate amounts.
LED Equipment Retrofit Replacement Retrofit
Rebate
LED Interior Lamp ≤ 5W Incandescent or Halogen lamp $20 $20
LED Interior Lamp 6W-10W Incandescent or Halogen lamp $22 $22
LED Interior Lamp 11W-20W Incandescent or Halogen lamp $35 $35
LED Downlight Fixture ≤ 25W Incandescent or Halogen fixture $100 $50
LED Downlight Fixture 26W-50W Incandescent or Halogen fixture $125 $75
LED Soffit or Canopy Fixture Metal halide fixture $275 $150
(exterior) 25W-150W
LED Refrigerated Case Door T12 or T8 fluorescent $100 $70
*LED interior lamps and downlight fixtures must have
ENERGY STAR designation
Program rules and requirements apply; see rebate
applications for details. For more information
contact your account manager, or an
energy efficiency specialist at 1-800-481-4700 or
energyefficiency@xcelenergy.com.
New boiler equipment and pipe
insulation rebates also are much
bigger than in previous years. See
xcelenergy.com/HeatingEfficiency
for full details.
Contact our energy efficiency specialists at
1-800-481-4700 or energyefficiency@xcelenergy.com
for specific program recommendations tailored to
your business.
New
Construction
Rebate
Quick and Easy Heating System
Maintenance Checklist
With outside temperatures falling, now is a
good time to prepare for the heating season
ahead. Get the most from your heating system
by taking these simple steps.
Clean and replace filters regularly.
Set back your heating system when the
building is unoccupied. This includes setting
the fans to “auto” rather than “on.”
Repair leaks in system components such
as pipes, steam traps and couplings.
Make sure radiators, convectors, air intakes
and air diffusers are not obstructed
so air can flow freely.
Change (or clean if reusable) HVAC filters
regularly with your own do-it-yourself
labor for a high return on investment.
Replace or clean your filters every month
during peak cooling or heating season; they
cost about $2 to $3 each. Dirty filters can
cost up to $5 a month extra, overwork the
equipment and result in dirtier indoor air.
Consider purchasing electrostatic filters,
which are washable, long-lasting and
provide cleaner air. Clean or change filters
more often if pollution sources are present.
Plug noticeable building leaks with
weather stripping and caulk, another
inexpensive do-it-yourself job. Caulking
and weather stripping let you manage
your ventilation, which is the desirable,
deliberately controlled exchange of stuffy
inside air for fresher outdoor air. Most
commercial buildings require 15-20 cubic
feet per minute ventilation per person for
healthy indoor air. Exceptions and details
can be found in “Indoor Air Quality” at the
EPA Web site (epa.gov/iaq).
Source: ENERGY STAR

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How You Can Profit from Energy Savings
Saving on your energy bills is an excellent way to cut unnecessary expense, give you more money for other business needs
and boost your profits.
Top Five Ways to Save on Your Energy Bills:
1. Controlling “on” time. Equipment will use less energy if it runs fewer hours. You can control “run” time with
either manual or automatic controls that are set properly.
2. Fixing air and water leaks.
All sorts of leaks around windows and doors, at hot water faucets, through uninsulated
roofs, etc. can waste energy. There are many inexpensive ways to fix these.
3. Conducting regular maintenance. Professional servicing keeps
energy-using equipment operating as efficiently as possible.
4. Installing better replacement parts. For example, you
may be able to replace existing lighting with more efficient systems.
5. Making equipment changes and sound purchases.
When you replace or add equipment, buying an energy-efficient
model of the right size will save you money on your energy bills.
Request our FREE Business Guide to Energy Savings
to find no-cost and low-cost steps you can take
right away to start saving money and energy.
To order, visit xcelenergy.com/business or call
your account manager or an energy efficiency
specialist at 1-800-481-4700.
Visit xcelenergy.com/rebates to find more ways to save energy and money for your business
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