Offering Remodeling, Repairs & Energy Consultation
across western Massachusetts
Marin Goldstein
413.977.3409
Green Star Services: home electrification
Are you tired of heating and electricity costs only going up and up?
Are you thinking about solar or installing other renewable energy upgrades but feeling overwhelmed by all of the high priced or too good "free solar" sales pitches?
Not sure who to trust but know you're ready to make smart decisions for your home?
Green Star Services offers non biased advice on the steps to enter the renewable energy market and start saving. With 15 years in the industry and experience across the field from residential solar to residential cost saving tools, we're here to help. We offer you a personalized Roadmap of Whole Home Electrification Needs (WHEN):
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Review with your home's energy consumption
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Review the heart of your home's power source - your electrical panel
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Review existing heating systems and their life expectancy for smart transition planning
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Don't get overwhelmed by having an expert by your side as you move forward with renewable energy choices. And definitely don't miss out on any state or federal money to make your dreams come true!
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Support throughout the process from start to finish - kick the fossil fuel habit today! Whether it's how to take the first step or the next step (you already have solar but ready to do more) or want a project manager to shepherd your home's upgrades, we are here to help!
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Best of all - if we can't save you more than the cost of our consultation fee, then its free for you!
Our Services
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Review Your Current Electric Use
Our site visit includes a review of your electrical panel to determine if an upgrade may be required before you begin your electrification journey. We also review your electricity consumption and all major HVAC system and appliances to make precise and smart transition planning recommendations.
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Roadmap of Home Electrification
Listening to your vision, we offer an efficient timeline based on standard replacement of systems as well as ways to improve the timing of your upgrades. We provide you with a Roadmap of Whole Home Electrification Needs (WHEN) full of incentives and rebates to reduce your costs to help you achieve your dream home.
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Home Project Management and Implementation
We also support your journey to electrification by offering the support of project management - obtaining multiple bids on your upgrades so you can get the best current pricing and we will track your rebate refunds. We will even file for you so you don't miss out on any state or federal money.
Expertise in Energy Savings
My name is Marin Goldstein
I entered the renewable energy industry when I installed my first solar panels in 2001 for Sun Light and Power and went on to direct the regional training hub for homeowners and installers at Solar Living Institute in Northern California. After moving to the Pioneer Valley in 2011, I led the residential outreach and education programs for Center for EcoTechnology - offering presentations to simplify building science on energy efficiency and clean energy opportunities and help people take actions through the Go Green Initiative.
I also worked for a residential solar company, managing the installation pipeline and supervising the service team. I specialized in complete project logistics to ensure high quality installations and customer satisfaction. At a national solar company, I organized the subscriber billing and administration for customers to take advantage of electricity price savings through offsite Community Solar. I also excelled at connecting municipal, residential, and business owners with value renewable energy assets to sell their Energy Certificates to maximize their returns.
I want to bring my expertise across all sectors of building science and clean energy to help you create a roadmap to Home Electrification to find energy savings and reduce your carbon footprint.
Resources
There are many resources available online. Here is a list of some of the key programs available and explanations of the latest technologies.
Mass Clean Energy Center is one of the great clearinghouses of resources in our state for rebates and incentives on many home electrification choices,
New funding programs to support homeowners taking action to reduce fossil fuel use.
Getting an Home Energy Audit is an important step to unlock many of the state programs as well as getting free air sealing and reduced cost insulation.
Resource guide on federal tax credits for Energy Star programs.
MassSave® -
After a MassSave® home audit, you are eligible for a 0% interest heat loan on many of your home upgrades including air source pumps.
IRS - Home Improvement Credit
This federal tax credits make a big difference, some are based on the project and others are based your tax return.
Article Resources - Technology Updates
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