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Direct-Vent Gas Fireplaces

$150-$250 cash incentive

Safe and easy to operate, high-efficiency direct-vent gas fireplaces provide heat directly to the interior spaces where they are installed. Direct-vent units are also easier to operate than traditional wood-burning fireplaces and offer better indoor air quality.

Energy Trust maintains a list of qualifying models for gas fireplaces, which includes inserts, zero-clearance gas units and free-standing gas stoves. It is recommended that you contact a retailer or trade ally contractor directly to see what type of fireplace is best suited for your property.

If you own an individual condominium unit, townhome, duplex, triplex or fourplex in Washington, visit our Washington Multifamily page to view available cash incentives for gas fireplaces upgrades.

To get started on your energy-efficient upgrade follow the steps below or contact a program representative.

  1. Establish your eligibility.

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    • Fireplace fuel source must be natural gas provided by NW Natural, Cascade Natural Gas or Avista.
    • Cash incentives are available to Oregon multifamily attached residential properties with two or more units including: duplexes, triplexes and fourplexes and side-by-side units only. For specific incentives based on your building type see the “Details” tab for further eligibility requirements.
    • Energy-saving improvements must meet program requirements.

  2. Find a trade ally contractor or work with your own contractor.

    We can help you get started.

  3. Install equipment that meets the requirements listed on the Details tab.

  4. Complete and submit an incentive application with supporting documentation.

    • Proof of payment (invoice or receipt marked paid) and/or contractor’s invoice
    • A W-9 or Substitute W-9 form is required for investment properties.
    • Energy Trust must receive applications within 90 days from the date of purchase and installation.

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    Send by Mail

    Energy Trust of Oregon
    Existing Multifamily Program
    111 SW Columbia St., Suite 945
    Portland, OR 97201

    Send by Email
    multifamily@energytrust.org

    Send by Fax
    503.243.1154

  5. Get your incentive.

    You should receive a cash incentive check within 6-8 weeks after all information is received.

    Note: A post-installation verification may be required.

Review the incentive application equipment specifications and requirements before starting your project.

For side-by-side or duplex, triplex, fourplex properties only Incentive Requirements
High-efficiency direct-vent gas fireplace $150 each

70-74% FE with intermittent pilot ignition and be on Energy Trust’s qualified models lists. Gas must be provided by a participating utility.
High-efficiency direct-vent gas fireplace $250 each

75% FE or greater with intermittent pilot ignition and be on Energy Trust’s qualified models lists. Gas must be provided by a participating utility.

Incentives are subject to funding availability and may change. Incentives are not intended to influence consumer decisions on fuel sources.

Need Help? Contact Us.

We’re here to explain the process and benefits. Give us a call at 1.877.510.2130 or send us an email at multifamily@energytrust.org.