Program overview

The MiHER program supports contractors in delivering energy efficiency and electrification upgrades to eligible Michigan households. Contractors participating in the MiHER contractor network work with households to assess energy needs, install eligible measures, and submit project documentation through the program implementation team.

Projects are reviewed for compliance with program requirements before rebate payments are issued.

Network enrollment

• Contractors interested in participating in the MiHER program must register through the program’s contractor enrollment system and submit documentation demonstrating they meet program participation requirements.
• The program implementation team reviews contractor applications and conducts due diligence prior to approving contractors for participation in the MiHER contractor network.

Training

• After enrollment approval, contractors receive training and guidance on MiHER program rules, eligible measures, documentation requirements, and project submission procedures.
• Training ensures contractors understand the requirements necessary to participate in the program and successfully complete eligible projects.

Project assignment

Households seeking energy efficiency upgrades may select a participating contractor to complete their home energy assessment and recommended improvements.

In some cases, projects may also be referred to contractors through program partners or participating networks.

During the home energy assessment, contractors evaluate the home’s current energy performance and identify eligible efficiency and electrification improvements.

Application review

After completing the home energy assessment, contractors submit required project documentation through the program implementation system. This documentation may include:

• Home assessment data
• Energy modeling results, if applicable
• Proposed scope of work
• Resident or landlord agreements
• Required program documentation

The program implementation team reviews submitted documentation to confirm compliance with MiHER program requirements prior to project approval. 

Project work

• Once a project is approved, the contractor performs the installation of the approved energy efficiency or electrification measures.
• After installation is complete, the contractor submits Quality Installation documentation and supporting materials through the program implementation portal for review.
• EGLE and the program implementation team may conduct post-installation inspections on select projects.

Payment issuance

• After project documentation has been reviewed and approved, the program implementation team processes rebate payment requests and submits them to EGLE for payment authorization.
• Approved payments are issued to contractors through the program’s payment system after successful completion and review of required project documentation.