Home energy improvements were recently completed at the Damon and Diana Riddle residence in Anaheim, the winning home in the Home Investment Package (HIP) Home Energy Makeover Contest. The contest, sponsored by Anaheim Public Utilities and the Electric & Gas Industries Association (EGIA), demonstrated how homeowners can significantly reduce their energy costs and improve home comfort and safety.

Nearly 500 Anaheim residents submitted their homes for consideration in the contest, which offered up to $50,000 worth of energy-efficient upgrades, such as a new heating and air conditioning system, upgraded insulation, efficient windows, air sealing, lighting and energy-efficient appliances. Twenty finalists were selected through an application screening process that identified those homes with the greatest potential to demonstrate energy savings. Each of the 20 finalists received a free comprehensive home energy analysis, funded by Anaheim Public Utilities and valued up to $1,000.

The Riddles’ home received a comprehensive diagnosis and installation of high-efficiency equipment, safety measures and conservation measures to improve overall performance and comfort. Improvements included the installation of: a high-efficiency heat pump air conditioner; a high-efficiency condensing furnace; ENERGY STAR appliances; high-performance dual-pane windows; ceiling, wall and floor insulation; a new sealed air duct system; air sealing of the building envelope; a tankless water heater; water-saving showerheads; an ultra-low-flush toilet; and water-saving faucet aerators. Click Here for detailed Project Fact Sheets.