Financing & Incentives Guide

Financing Options

Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy Loans Available through Self-Help Credit Union

Energy Saver Loan:

Electrify ABC offers straightforward financing from trusted community lender Self-Help Credit Union. This financing package is exclusively available for Electrify Asheville-Buncombe program participants.

Financing for a variety of energy-saving improvements, including:

  • Energy efficiency upgrades, including using up to 30% of the loan for electrical or other non-energy efficiency home improvements. (These can include plumbing, painting, and other things to improve home comfort.)
  • Heat pump hot water heaters
  • Air sealing and insulation
  • Energy-saving projects for mobile homes

All approved Electrify Asheville-Buncombe Contractors are eligible to offer the unique financing that is available through Self-Help Credit Union and with improved rates made possible by Buncombe County.

  • To apply, get pre-approval, or view current rates visit Self-help.org
  • Loans will be disbursed directly to contractors after the work has been completed to the satisfaction of the client, passes inspection, and the certificate of completion is returned to both Self-Help Credit Union and financing@electrifyABC.com
  • Contractors will receive notification of the loan approval along with the borrower and the Electrify Asheville-Buncombe campaign. This email will also contain the certificate of completion.

Loans for Going Solar

Solar loans are available through Self-Help Credit Union at affordable rates with low fees. Electrify ABC vetted solar installers have access to Self-Help's solar financing. Ask your installer about terms.

About Self-Help Solar Loans:

  • Maximum loan amount of $100,000
  • Maximum term of 20 years
  • Competitive interest rates
  • Professional service, personal attention

If you’re ready to go solar, contact a Green Lending Specialist today at 800.966.7353, ext. 7031 or email us at GreenLending@self-help.org

Questions about Financing Options for Electrification and Solar?

Customer inquiries can be directed to: financing@electrifyABC.com

Contractor inquiries can be directed to: michellem@nccleanenergyfund.org

Putting It All Together:

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