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How many years until an upgrade pays back what it cost? Enter the cost, savings, maintenance and rebates.

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Your numbers

Total installed price, including labor and permits.

Yearly savings you expect — ideally based on your own bills.

Servicing, parts or subscriptions the upgrade needs each year. Enter 0 if none.

Only amounts you've confirmed you'll receive.

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Enter a project cost, annual savings and maintenance to see the payback period.

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Compare an upgrade against your actual utility bills and confirmed incentives.

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