Bristol Tennessee Electric Service: Energy Savings Loan Program

Bristol Tennessee Electric Service (BTES) offers financing to its residential customers to help pay for energy efficient home improvements through the Energy Savings Loan Program. Eligible customers may borrow up to $10,000 for a maximum of 10 years. Eligible items include:

• Inspected Electric heat pumps
• Attic insulation (R19 minimum) and ventilation
• Floor insulation (R19 minimum) and ventilation
Insulated replacement windows

• Insulated exterior doors
• Insulated garage doors (automatic garage door openers can be included)
• Electrical service upgrades
• Storm doors

The loans can be paid off in as many as 10 years, and monthly payments can be added to the customer's utility bill. No down payment is required, but customers must qualify under the BTES financing plan. In addition, a BTES Energy Advisor is required to inspect home improvements after installation. More information may be found on the web site listed above.