Energy
Advisor

Gregg Wright and Steve Hite are your energy advisors from Hendricks Power Cooperative. As a member, you've always received an extra level of service, but now we're providing something you didn't expect. Our energy advisors are local experts who know your needs, know your energy options - and most importantly, know you.

Whether you're building a new home or simply replacing your water heater, our energy advisors are ready with information, answers and advice. Of course, this service is free. But isn't that just what you'd expect from your local Touchstone Energy Cooperative?

The home energy audit is a free visit to members' homes to check air leaks, insulation and other problems that cause homes to use more energy to cool in the summer and heat in the winter. Our energy advisors are trained and equipped to perform these tasks and more, such as determining how much energy electrical appliances use. They are knowledgeable about the latest technologies for heating, cooling, and lighting in a home, including heat pumps, compact fluorescent lights and more.

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The link below will take you to a calculator which will provide you a savings estimate from using compact fluorescent light bulbs rather than regular incandescent bulbs. You can enter the number of hours used per day, along with the wattage and this calculator will provide you with the cost difference between bulbs along with a return on investment. On average, a compact fluorescent light bulb lasts 10 times longer than an incandescent bulb! (A new window will open when you click on the calculator. When you are finished using the calculator simply close that window to return to hendrickspower.com).

Light Bulb Energy Saver

The link below will take you to a residential energy calculator which will provide you estimates of energy use costs based on your inputs. Try several "what-if" scenarios to see the effect. (A new window will open. When you are finished using the calculator, simply close that window to return to hendrickspower.com).

Home Energy Calculator

The link below will take you to a refrigerator and freezer retirement savings calculator which tell you how much your refrigerator or freezer costs to operate in energy and money. Plus, find out how much you can save with ENERGY STAR. (A new window will open. When you are finished using the calculator, simply close that window to return to hendrickspower.com).


Refrigerator Calculator

We know there are times when you have questions about your energy needs, but you may not always know where to go for answers. You can turn to your local Energy Advisors for free advice and answers to questions like:

• How can I make my home more energy efficient?
• Where can I find information on electrical safety?
• What is geothermal heating and cooling and is it right for me?
• What is the best way to heat and cool my new enclosed porch?
• Is an electric water heater really more energy-efficient than a gas-fired unit?
• Will I need to install new ductwork to replace my current system with an energy-efficient heat pump?
• How stable is the cost of electricity vs. other fuel options?

Contact Gregg at gwright@hendrickspower.com or 317-718-7616 and Steve at stevehite@hendrickspower.com or 317-718-7633.