How a job gets paid
A funder pays per kilowatt removed, so somebody has to prove the kilowatt. These eight steps are that proof.
Step 1
Scan the home
Photos and a video walkthrough.
Step 2
Prequalify
Eligible upgrades and an estimated rebate.
Step 3
Pick a contractor
From the utility approved list.
Step 4
Before video
On site, timestamped.
Step 5
Contractor quote
Real depth, real equipment. Rebate recalculated.
Step 6
Half released
Paid to the contractor.
Step 7
Work done, after photos
Evidence of what was installed.
Step 8
Balance released
Shows on the next bill.
Money moves twice and never before there is evidence. The rebate quoted at prequalification is an estimate from the engine; the rebate actually paid is recalculated against the contractor's real scope, so a thinner job pays less.