NorthWestern Energy to perform free energy audits in Missoula, Bitterroot

As winter settles in, NorthWestern Energy is offering free home energy audits that can help customers save money on their utility bills.

As part of NorthWesterns E+ program, a team of energy experts will be working in Missoula and the Bitterroot Valley the week of Jan. 27-31. The team has a number of openings for the audits, which provide a detailed report on a homes energy use, weatherization tips and information on energy-efficient practices. In some cases, the experts may, at no charge, install water-heater wraps, low-flow shower heads, low-flow faucet aerators and insulation of hot-water pipes.

The auditors will also inspect natural gas-fueled appliances and perform blower tests to spot areas of air leakage in homes.

Audit appointments are available in Missoula, Lolo, Stevensville, Corvallis, Victor, Florence, Hamilton and Clinton.

The free audits can be scheduled by calling 1-800-823-5995.

Residential customers whose space or hot water heating fuels are delivered by NorthWestern Energy, have not had an E+ audit in the past and whose home is more than five years old are eligible for an on-site energy audit. Other restrictions may apply and funding for the audit program, provided by the Universal System Benefits program, is limited.

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NorthWestern Energy to perform free energy audits in Missoula, Bitterroot