What Improvements Are Eligible?


The Keystone HELP® program is for ENERGY STAR® rated and other high efficiency energy improvements.  All work can be financed if at least 75 percent of the project consists of qualifying improvements. Following is a summary of eligible improvements. A complete list with all specifications can be found in the Program Guidelines.

Please note that loans or rebates for any solar technologies are not available under the Keystone HELP program. Financing for solar and other non-qualifying improvements may be available under other energy lending programs at different rates and terms. Contact us for details or click here for a summary of all available programs.

Verification of Qualifying Improvements Provided by Contractor

Your contractor is responsible for providing verification of qualifying equipment.
Information can be found at:
www.keystonehelp.com/info/infodealers.php, or from the product manufacturer. Please contact the manufacturer, distributor or AFC First for assistance. Keystone HELP requires the following:

BOILERS

Printout from energystar.gov showing qualifying product specifications

FURNACES

Printout from energystar.gov showing qualifying product specifications

CENTRAL AIR
HEAT PUMPS
GEOTHERMAL

Printout of the AHRI certificate showing qualifying product specifications

WATER HEATERS

Printout from energystar.gov showing qualifying product specifications

WINDOWS AND DOORS

Copy of the NFRC label (U factor .35 or less)

AIR SEALING AND INSULATION

Certification from the Contractor (on the customer’s contract or in a separate letter) that the house has been air sealed to Energy Star recommendations and that insulation levels meet Keystone HELP program guidelines.

OTHER IMPROVEMENTS

See the Program Guidelines for other qualifying equipment and specifications or contact AFC First for requirements.

Apply Online

1.888.AFC FIRST