Dear DHP Installers,
Incentive Availability for DHPs
While the availability of ductless heat pump
incentives can vary across utility territories, there is currently no scheduled
end date for the NW Ductless Heat Pump Project. In the event that a utility
changes their incentive offerings, the Project staff will make every effort to
communicate that information to contractors and industry partners. Please
verify incentives in your area by downloading the Utility Participation List
from www.nwductless.com or contacting
your utility representative directly.
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New Ductless Heat Pump Rebates Announced!
If you install ductless heat pumps in Washington or Idaho,
your customers may qualify for additional rebates.
The NW Ductless Heat Pump Program is partnering with
Washington's Cash for Appliance program to support the state's new ductless
heat pump rebates.
The Cash for Appliances Washington rebate program is now
offering customers $750 for qualified DHP installations. To qualify for this
rebate, the DHP system must be purchased on or after June 28, 2010, installed
by a NW DHP Project oriented contractor, and ENERGY STARŪ rated
(EER > 12, SEER > 14.5, HSPF > 8.2). For more
information, visit www.cashforapplianceswa.com.
The Project is supporting this effort by helping to communicate rebate
availability to contractors and consumers. Information about the state program
has been posted to our consumer website at www.GoingDuctless.com and announcements
are being made in newsletters and the Project orientation.
The Idaho State Energy Efficiency Appliance Rebate Program
(SEEARP) is offering qualified customers $250 for ENERGY STARŪ rated
DHPs. For more information and complete eligibility requirements, visit http://www.energy.idaho.gov/stimulus/appliance_rebate.htm.
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Technical Trainings
The Project requires that participating contractors complete
a technical training for each brand of DHPs they install. We understand that
availability is key to meeting this requirement; please let us know what
trainings you would like to see in your area by emailing us at info@nwductless.com.
We are continuing to coordinate with manufacturers in the
region to deliver effective trainings that provide information to help you
achieve successful DHP installations. Please click here to complete a short
survey that will help us improve trainings to meet your needs.
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Notes From the Field
The best practice of protecting
refrigerant lines with UV tape or rigid line hides is being adopted across the
region; however, the most common cause of deviation during quality assurance
inspections reveals unprotected exterior lines. It is a requirement of the
Project and most manufacturers to wrap all exterior lines in their entirety with
insulation and UV tape or a rigid line hide. Check out additional information
and suggestions for completing quality installations in the Best Practices for Ductless Heat Pump Installations Guide. |
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July Parade of Homes
All four houses on display in
the Parade of Homes in Clark County this month featured ductless heat pumps,
which were one of the most talked about technologies at the event and sparked
the attention of homeowners. One participating contractor reported they have
already sold three ductless systems as a direct result of the Parade of Homes.
All installations included rigid line hides, displaying the highest standard of
aesthetic attention.
Local events are a great
opportunity to educate the public on ductless technology and promote your
services. Bring along copies of the contractor sales sheet to distribute to potential customers; printed double
sided, this one page guide is an ideal tool for informing homeowners of the
benefits ductless technology offers. If
you would like to order sales sheets, please email us at info@nwductless.com.
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Program Contacts
If you have general questions
about the NW Ductless Heat Pump Project or for more information, please contact
us at info@nwductless.com or call
(503) 808-9003.
Thank you,
The NW Ductless Heat Pump Project Team
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Project orientation webinars:
August 11th
at 8am and August 25th at 8am
Sanyo technical training webinar:
August 10th from 12pm to 2pm
Samsung technical training:
August 17th from 4pm to 8pm at the Shilo Inn, Portland Airport
Daikin technical training: September 22nd from 8am to 12pm at Hilton
Garden Inn in Portland
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New marketing templates, including newspaper
ads, door hangers, post cards, and tri-fold mailers have been posted to www.nwductless.com > Contractors > Marketing Materials.
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Copies of the Best Practices Guide
have been sent to all Project oriented contractors. If you have not received yours, please email info@nwductless.com. To download additional copies, visit www.nwductless.com > Contractors > Resources.
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