Austin Energy Solar Screens Rebate
Austin Energy (City-owned utility)
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Austin Energy Solar Screens Rebate in its Austin, TX research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Austin Energy reimburses $1 per square foot for energy-efficient solar screens installed on home windows through a participating contractor. Solar screens block solar heat gain, reducing summer cooling loads and lowering energy bills. A typical Austin home may have 200-400 sq ft of window area, making the average rebate $200-$400.
$1/sq ft rebate on qualifying solar screens. Typical home average rebate ~$250.
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 Austin, TX, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- GO REPAIR! Grant Program Up to $20,000
- Minor Home Repair Grant Program Up to $7,500
- Architectural Barrier Removal Program Up to $20,000
- Home Rehabilitation / Reconstruction Loan Program Up to $75,000 rehab / $350,000 reconstruction
Key Details
- $1 per sq ft installed, open to all Austin Energy customers
- Must use a participating Austin Energy contractor
- Blocks solar heat gain; reduces cooling bills
- Can be combined with Home Energy Savings program
- Apply at savings.austinenergy.com
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.
- Keep every receipt and invoice: this program pays you back after the work is done, so you pay first and are reimbursed.
- 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
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Austin Energy Solar Screens Rebate in Austin, TX?
The Grant Map record states: $1 per sq ft installed. Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Austin Energy Solar Screens Rebate in Austin?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. 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 Austin Energy Solar Screens Rebate in Austin, TX?
Confirm the application route directly with Austin Energy (City-owned utility); use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 512-482-5346. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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