In an effort to support greener practices, the City of New York has a number of programs designed to facilitate energy-efficient retrofits. One of these initiatives is the High-Rise Retrofit Improvement Support Program (Hi-RIS), which helps residential apartment building owners save money on their upgrades to more environmentally-friendly fixtures and building materials. The Hi-RIS program covers a range of upgrades from lighting enhancements and window renovations to building and attic insulation in New York. If you’re interested in upgrading to spray foam attic insulation, you may be able to apply to the Hi-RIS program with high-quality building insulation services and Solve.

Here’s what you need to know about New York’s Hi-RIS Program. 

What Buildings Are Eligible?

The High-Rise Retrofit Improvement Support Program is for residential apartment buildings throughout the city which are 3 stories or larger. Owners of these buildings must be retrofitting their property to enable a long-term reduction of water and/or energy consumption. So, if you’re planning on switching your building and attic insulation in New York to a long-lasting alternative like spray foam insulation, you may be eligible for the Hi-RIS program. If you’re not sure whether attic spray foam insulation is the right choice for your property, reach out to the Solve Insulation team to learn about our insulation options and the benefits of upgrading your building’s thermal insulation.

Why Participate in the Hi-RIS Program?

By switching to spray foam insulation in the attic and your entire building envelope, you will not only reduce monthly utility costs and HVAC maintenance, but you’ll get to make those upgrades overtime with a fixed competitive interest rate over the span of 20 years. By participating, the costs of heating, cooling, and maintenance saved overtime can be put forward to the cost of the upgrades in a manageable timeline of either 5,10,15, or 20 years. Furthermore, making these energy-efficient changes will attract more environmentally-conscious tenants and make a positive impact on the environment.

Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation

Spray foam is more than just an attic insulation. Offering a high thermal resistance, with the best R-Value of most attic insulations on the market, spray foam insulation is a versatile insulator that can be used throughout building envelopes to retain heat and keep moisture out. As a result of its exceptional properties, spray foam insulation protects interior spaces that are vital to the balance of your property like attics, basements, crawl spaces, and between walls, which are often susceptible to water damage, molds, and infestations. Where most attic insulations in New York last only around 20 years, attic spray foam insulation is estimated to last up to 80 years, offering property owners a lifetime of energy savings.

Choose Solve Insulation for Insulation Upgrades

To apply for the Hi-RIS program, the City of New York directs to submit an “Expression of Interest” form to the city at tower@New York.ca. If you’re ready to install spray foam insulation around your residential apartment building, the Solve Insulation team can help. With high-quality insulation materials, expert installation teams, and fast turnaround times, you can start saving sooner rather than later.