As an official, authorized contractor for the New Jersey Comfort Partners Program, we help eligible residents improve their homes and reduce their utility bills. The program is a partnership between the NJ Board of Public Utilities and local utility companies. You can learn more about the statewide initiative on the official NJ Clean Energy Program website.
Below are answers to the most common questions we receive.
A: During the audit, a representative performs a technical assessment of your home’s energy use, including inspecting insulation, appliances, and heating systems. They will also perform safety checks on combustion appliances. This allows the auditor to create a customized and effective work plan for your home.
A: Unfortunately, the Comfort Partners program requires your primary heat to be natural gas or electricity. For assistance with homes heated by oil or propane, the state recommends you contact the NJ Department of Community Affairs’ Office of Weatherization.
A: It’s possible. The program includes “Heating/cooling equipment maintenance” and, in some cases, replacement. All major HVAC upgrades require final approval from the utility company and are typically reserved for units that are highly inefficient or have failed.
A: GreenLife Energy Solutions is an official, authorized contractor for the NJ Comfort Partners Program. We partner with New Jersey’s electric and natural gas utilities to perform the in-home energy audits and install the no-cost upgrades. We are not a third-party energy supplier and will never try to switch your utility company. Our mission is to help you save energy and money while making your home more comfortable.
A: The program takes a comprehensive approach. The first step is to contact us to verify your eligibility. From there:
A: Yes, renters are strongly encouraged to apply. The program is available to both homeowners and renters. The only additional requirement is that we must get written permission from your landlord before any work can be installed. We can provide the necessary forms and help with this process.
A: An energy auditor will perform a home-specific assessment to create a custom plan for you. The goal is to install cost-effective energy efficiency measures, which can include:
A: The program is available to New Jersey households with significant energy use and an income at or below 250% of the federal poverty guidelines. (link to internal income guidelines) Automatic Eligibility: You may also be eligible if your household receives aid from programs like TANF, Section 8 Housing, SNAP, SSI, or General Assistance (GA). Other Requirements: You must use the home as your primary residence, be the utility account holder, and live in a building with no more than 14 individually
A: The Comfort Partners program is a partnership between the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) and your local electric and natural gas utilities. While it is a state-approved program, it is administered directly through your utility provider.
A: Yes. NJ Comfort Partners is a free program that helps income-eligible customers reduce their utility bills through measures which save energy and money while improving home safety and comfort at no cost to them. For eligible households, all our services are provided at no charge. This is possible because the program is funded through a small fee you already pay on your monthly utility bill.
