Button Up Vermont touts rebates, tax credits for weatherization
October 2, 2025 | By Waterbury RoundaboutEfficiency Vermont’s annual Button Up Vermont campaign is underway this month, urging homeowners and renters to prepare their homes for winter using state rebates and soon-to-expire federal tax credits for projects completed by the end of the year.
Weatherization rebates from Efficiency Vermont, Vermont Gas Systems are not changing this season, but federal home energy tax credits – for things like energy-efficient windows and doors, insulation and air sealing, and heating systems – all expire at the end of the year.
The Button Up campaign features a series of webinars, events, and other promotions to help Vermonters understand how to to take advantage of the available programs.
“Buttoning up a home can make it more comfortable while also lowering your heating bills,” said Peter Walke, Efficiency Vermont’s managing director. “Whether it’s starting with a simple ‘DIY’ project or investing in comprehensive weatherization by a skilled professional, Efficiency Vermont’s rebates can help get your home ready for winter – and make it more affordable for years to come.”
Telltale signs a home is losing heat and needs “buttoning up” include:
Drafts, even when the heat is on. This could be a sign that cold air is leaking in and that heat is leaking out, wasting energy.
Snow melting unevenly on a roof, indicating an attic in need of air sealing and insulation.
Icicles or ice dams forming on a rooftop, a sign that heat is escaping through the roof.
Mold. A lack of insulation or proper ventilation can cause moisture to rise and get trapped, creating unhealthy indoor air and potentially other issues for a home if left untreated.
Insulating and air-sealing a home can address these issues.
The Vermont rebate programs and incentives offer customers up to $9,500 for comprehensive weatherization projects. They vary based on household size and income. Income-eligible households may qualify for free weatherization through the state’s Weatherization Assistance Programs.
“With federal rebates set to expire at the end of the year, now is the time to leverage rebates and reduce the cost of these energy-saving home improvements,” said Neale Lunderville, President and CEO of Vermont Gas Systems. “Our teams work directly with customers to assess how they can get the most bang for their buck and improve comfort. We’re ready to do our part to help Vermonters button up ahead of winter.”
Efficiency Vermont will host weekly Wednesday webinars this month on weatherization topics. The sessions will be recorded to view later. The schedule is:
Oct. 1, noon-1 pm: Weatherization Wednesday: How to Use Home Energy Tax Credits Before They Expire
Oct. 8, noon-1 pm: Weatherization Wednesday: Is it Time to (Re)Insulate Your Attic and Basement?
Oct. 15, noon-1 pm: Weatherization Wednesday: Why Heating Your Home isn’t as Simple as You May Think
Oct. 22, noon-1 pm: Weatherization Wednesday: How to Button Up Your Home
Oct. 29, noon-1 pm: Weatherization Wednesday: Demystifying Heat Pumps
View all webinars and events at buttonupvermont.org/events.
Efficiency Vermont is the state’s energy-efficiency utility.