Home Energy Upgrades
Are your energy bills going up, but you’re still cold in winter and hot in summer? An efficient, all-electric home can help you save hundreds every year on energy bills and improve your comfort. You can also enjoy the benefits of clean, renewable energy and help to reduce emissions to our environment.
Through our new Home Energy Upgrades program, we have partnered with Yarra Energy Foundation and vetted suppliers EnviroGroup and Enviroflex to provide quality, affordable electric appliances, insulation and draught proofing to Hume residents.
Note for Hume Solar Roll-Out customers
The Hume Home Energy Upgrades program builds on the previous Hume Solar Roll-Out that offered residents quality, affordable rooftop solar energy systems. The Hume Solar Roll-Out accepted new registrations until the end of August 2024. If you registered by that date and requested quotes you will still receive quotes from the supplier. You may also like to receive quotes from the new Home Energy Upgrades program to compare. For any queries about the Hume Solar Roll-Out, please contact Yarra Energy Foundation on (03) 7037 6040 or email information@yef.org.au
Home energy upgrade products available
Hume residents can register now to receive free, no obligation quotes for the supply and installation of any of the energy saving products listed below. You can select the products you would like, or Yarra Energy Foundation can provide advice on where to start. Quotes from vetted suppliers are developed to meet specific needs.
- Reverse cycle heating and cooling (split systems)
- Electric heat pump hot water
- Rooftop solar energy
- Ceiling, wall and underfloor insulation
- Draught proofing
- Electric induction cooktops
We have further guidance to help you create an efficient, electric solar-powered home by planning your switch away from gas to electric appliances.
Help to access Victorian Government and Council rebates
Our program partners can help you access applicable rebates and no interest loans from the Victorian Government.
In addition, Hume City Council is offering attractive rebates, valued between $400 and $1000 per upgrade, to concession card holders who choose to have products installed through the Hume Home Energy Upgrades program. Limited Council rebates are available.
How to access Home Energy Upgrades
- Register now for the quotes you would like, or ask for free advice on improving home comfort and lowering bills with energy-efficient electric appliances, insulation and draughtproofing. Or call Yarra Energy Foundation on 03 7037 6040.
- Our vetted suppliers, EnviroGroup and Enviroflex, will provide personalised no obligation quotes, including help accessing any applicable government rebates and loans.
- Review and approve quote(s) and pay any deposit, if you choose to proceed.
- Works are carried out in line with industry standards and certifications.
- You start enjoying a more comfortable home with lower energy bills!
How much will my home energy upgrades cost?
The base prices of all available products are published on the Home Energy Upgrades program website, and our vetted suppliers provide quotes specific to your needs (for example, sizing hot water and heating and cooling systems to suit your household and budget).
The final cost depends on specific circumstances, such as any switchboard upgrades, additional wiring and rebates applied. Free, no obligation quotes will detail the final cost for your install.
Assistance for rental properties
If you are the owner of a rental property in Hume, you can receive quotes and choose to have any of the Home Energy Upgrade products supplied and installed by our vetted suppliers. Rebates are available for properties with a long-term (5-year) lease.
If you are a tenant, let your rental property owner or manager know that they can improve their property through quality, affordable energy upgrades available via the Hume Home Energy Upgrades program.
All rental properties must have an efficient fixed heater (not portable) in good working order in the main living area. From October 2025, new proposed standards will require insulation and draught proofing for properties under a new lease.
Get started with Hume Home Energy Upgrades
Register for free advice and no obligation quotes on energy saving products:
Register now