Energy Management Solutions

What Energy Management Solutions does

Energy Management Solutions, LLC is a Building Performance Institute (BPI)-certified residential energy efficiency contractor founded in 2008 and headquartered in Valley Cottage, New York. The company provides home energy audits, insulation installation, air sealing, and air-source heat pump installation services to homeowners across New York's Lower Hudson Valley (Rockland, Orange, Ulster, Westchester, Putnam, Bronx, and Dutchess counties) and parts of New Jersey.

The diagnostic core of the offering is a home energy audit conducted under BPI protocols using infrared/thermographic imaging, blower door testing for air leakage quantification, Combustion Appliance Zone (CAZ) safety testing, and energy modeling software that compares current versus projected post-improvement utility usage. Audits are provided at no cost to New York homeowners, funded by NYSERDA, and offered on a fee basis ($199.99-$299.99) in New Jersey. The audit serves as the lead-generation entry point for installation projects spanning cellulose, fiberglass, rock wool, open-cell, and closed-cell spray foam insulation (recommended at R-60 in attics), air sealing, and air-source heat pumps (including ductless mini-splits).

Revenue is generated primarily through installation project fees, which are substantially offset for customers by stacked state and utility rebate programs including EMPOWER+ (up to $10,000-$14,000 for income-qualified households), NYS Clean Heat (up to $8,000-$10,000 for heat pumps), NYSERDA Comfort Home (up to $3,000), Con Edison Weatherization (up to $2,000 plus $0.75 per square foot), and NJ Clean Energy incentives (up to $7,500). The company administers rebate applications on behalf of customers and offers financing through partnerships with the National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF, loans as low as 0% APR) and NYSERDA's Energy Finance Solutions (loans up to $25,000, 5-15 year terms). The go-to-market is exclusively direct-to-consumer, acquired through online zip-code scheduling, phone inquiries, content marketing (energy blog), home show participation (Westchester County Home Show), and a customer referral program tied to the EMPOWER+ income-qualified offering. The company maintains participating-contractor designations with NYSERDA, Con Edison, Orange & Rockland, the NY Clean Heat Program, and NJ Clean Energy, and is an ENERGY STAR partner.

Name

Energy Management Solutions

Legal name

Energy Management Solutions, LLC

Website

https://energymanagementsolutions.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Energy Management Solutions, LLC is a BPI-certified residential energy efficiency contractor serving homeowners across New York's Lower Hudson Valley and New Jersey, delivering home energy audits, insulation, air sealing, and heat pump installation while administering state and utility rebates on the customer's behalf.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Home Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Services

NAICS

Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (33341)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585)

akta.pro primary industry

Energy Efficiency & Weatherization Retrofit (HSAPAEAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Attic Insulation, Air Sealing & Ventilation Upgrades (HSAPACAI), Residential HVAC System Installation (Furnace/AC/Heat Pump) (HSAOAGAA)

Keywords

• Home energy audits
• Insulation installation
• Air sealing services
• Weatherization services
• Heat pump installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Valley Cottage

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Home Energy Audit and Assessment: Residential energy audits are provided at no-cost to NY homeowners, funded by state programs (NYSERDA, EMPOWER+). For NJ homeowners, audits are fee-based starting at $199.99-$299.99. The audit serves as the primary customer acquisition touchpoint that leads to installation project revenue.
2. Insulation Installation Services: Installation of cellulose, fiberglass, rock wool, and spray foam insulation for attics, walls, rim joists, and crawlspaces. Revenue is generated from installation project fees. Costs are substantially offset for homeowners through state and utility rebate programs (EMPOWER+ up to $10,000, Comfort Home up to $3,000, Con Edison up to $2,000, NJ incentives up to $7,500).
3. Heat Pump Installation: Installation of air source heat pumps and ductless mini-split systems. Revenue is generated from equipment and installation fees. NYS Clean Heat Program provides up to $10,000 in rebates for qualifying homeowners. Heat pumps serve dual heating and cooling purposes.
4. Air Sealing Services: Professional air sealing using caulking, weather stripping, spray foam, and trigger foam to seal electrical penetrations, ventilation penetrations, rim joists, and other air leakage points. Rebate-funded or combined with insulation projects.
5. EMPOWER+ Program Administration: As a NYSERDA-participating contractor, EMS administers the EMPOWER+ program for low-moderate income households, handling all application processing for rebates on behalf of homeowners at no cost to the customer. Revenue comes from state/program reimbursement for completed work.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Energy Management Solutions provides residential home energy audits, professional insulation installation (cellulose, fiberglass, rock wool, and spray foam), air sealing, and air source heat pump installation for homeowners in the Lower Hudson Valley of New York and parts of New Jersey. The company administers state and utility rebate programs on behalf of customers, including NYSERDA EMPOWER+, Comfort Home, Con Edison Weatherization, NYS Clean Heat, and NJ Weatherization incentives.

Product overview

Energy Management Solutions offers a comprehensive suite of home energy efficiency services centered around their core Home Energy Audit product, which serves as the diagnostic foundation for all other services. The company provides professional installation of multiple insulation types (Cellulose, Fiberglass, Rock Wool, and Spray Foam in Open Cell, Closed Cell, and Foam Board formulations) and air sealing services. They also install air source heat pumps for heating and cooling. The company leverages various utility and state rebate programs including NYSERDA Comfort Home (up to $3,000), EMPOWER+ (up to $14,000 for income-qualified customers), Con Edison Weatherization (up to $2,000), NYS Clean Heat (up to $10,000), and NJ Weatherization (up to $7,500). Financing options are available through NYSERDA loans and NEIF. The service offering includes diagnostic capabilities such as blower door testing, infrared/thermal imaging, and CAZ testing.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Home Energy Audit A comprehensive in-home energy assessment that evaluates the home's exterior, attic insulation levels, living spaces, basement, and includes health and safety checks such as CAZ testing, blower door testing, and infrared thermographic imaging to identify energy efficiency improvements. Provided at no cost to NY homeowners and on a fee basis ($199.99-$299.99) for NJ homeowners.
• Air Sealing Service Professional air sealing using caulking, weather stripping, spray foam, and trigger foam to seal electrical penetrations, ventilation penetrations, rim joists, and other air leakage points in the building envelope to improve comfort and reduce energy costs.
• Insulation Installation Installation of blown-in cellulose, fiberglass, rock wool, and spray foam insulation in attics, walls, rim joists, and crawlspaces. Cellulose is recommended at R-60 (~18 inches) for attics and unconditioned spaces, with proper air sealing performed beforehand.
• Spray Foam Insulation Installation Application of polyurethane-based spray foam insulation in Open Cell (R-values up to R-19 with 150x expansion), Closed Cell (R-values up to R-28 with 300-400% increased structural strength and vapor barrier properties), and Foam Boards for knee-walls and spaces adjacent to unconditioned areas.
• Air Source Heat Pump Installation Installation of air source heat pumps and ductless mini-split systems utilizing inverter technology for both heating and cooling, qualifying customers for NYS Clean Heat rebates of up to $8,000-$10,000.
• Energy Efficiency Financing Programs Facilitation of customer financing through partnerships with NYSERDA Energy Finance Solutions (loans up to $25,000 via Green Jobs-Green New York program with 5-15 year terms) and National Energy Improvement Fund (loans as low as 0% APR) to cover energy efficiency upgrade costs beyond rebate coverage.

Quantifiable outcome

• Rebates up to $14,000 per housing unit available through NY's Home Energy Rebates (Inflation Reduction Act)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNYSERDA is a public benefit corporation dedicated to advancing innovative energy solutions in New York State. EMS is a NYSERDA Quality Home Contractor and participating contractor for multiple programs including EMPOWER+, Comfort Home, and NY Clean Heat. NYSERDA funds the free home energy audit program for NY homeowners and provides rebate reimbursements for completed installations. EMS handles all application processing on behalf of customers.
• Con EdisoncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCon Edison offers weatherization rebates of up to $2,000 and Clean Heat rebates for insulation, air sealing, and heat pump installations. EMS is a Con Edison preferred contractor that processes rebates on behalf of customers. Westchester homeowners can receive an additional $1,000 Westchester rebate combined with Comfort Home incentives.
• Orange & Rockland (O&R)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrange & Rockland is a utility company serving parts of New York. EMS is a participating contractor for O&R weatherization rebates. O&R customers are eligible for EMPOWER+ program benefits and other efficiency incentives.
• NY Clean Heat ProgramcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerA statewide initiative offering up to $10,000 in rebates for air source heat pump installations. EMS participates as a preferred contractor qualified to process NY Clean Heat rebates. The program is administered through participating utilities including Con Edison and NYSEG.
• NJ Utilities (NJ Clean Energy)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew Jersey's state energy efficiency program offering incentives up to $7,500 for insulation and air sealing upgrades, depending on scope of work. EMS operates as a participating contractor in NJ, submitting rebate paperwork on behalf of customers in specified utility service areas.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sealed: NYC-based home energy retrofit company using a direct-to-consumer audit-driven model to recommend and finance insulation, air sealing, and HVAC upgrades for homeowners. Closely aligned business model, geography (NY metro area), and customer base.
• HomeWorks Energy: Massachusetts-based residential energy efficiency contractor offering home energy audits, insulation, air sealing, and heat pump installation with a similar audit-led, rebate-administration model across the Northeast. Directly comparable on services, customer profile (homeowners), and reliance on state/utility programs.

Others

• Angi: National home services marketplace connecting homeowners with local contractors across categories including insulation and HVAC. Indirectly comparable as an alternative homeowner acquisition channel competing with EMS's direct, no-cost audit funnel.
• EnergySage: Online marketplace where homeowners compare quotes for rooftop solar, heat pumps, and other home energy upgrades from vetted installers. Adjacent rather than directly competing — it is a lead-generation channel that some NY/NJ homeowners could use instead of scheduling an EMS audit.

Broad incumbents

• ICF International: Public consulting firm that supports utility and government clients on energy efficiency program design, implementation, and evaluation, including residential weatherization programs. Operates in the same ecosystem as EMS but at the program-administrator layer rather than as an in-field contractor.
• Franklin Energy: National energy efficiency implementation contractor delivering residential and commercial programs for utilities and state agencies, including weatherization and HVAC rebate administration. Comparable program-driven delivery model, broader geographic and service footprint than EMS.
• CLEAResult: Large energy efficiency program implementation firm that designs and runs utility and state residential and commercial efficiency programs across North America. Comparable because EMS operates inside the program infrastructure CLEAResult helps administer; broader in scope and not a direct single-family contractor.

Emerging players

• BlocPower: Brooklyn-based climate-tech company that retrofits buildings (predominantly multifamily) with energy efficiency and electrification upgrades, often leveraging state, utility, and IRA funding. Comparable in technology, financing approach, and Northeast footprint, though focused on multifamily rather than single-family.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/EnergyManagementSolutionsValleyCottageNY
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/energymanagement-solutions-llc

Compliance6 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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