Who we are
Residential Energy Audits and Processing (REAP) was founded with one goal: to make energy efficiency simple, accessible, and stress-free for New York homeowners. Based in New York, our team of certified home energy auditors works directly with NYSERDA to provide accurate audits, seamless paperwork processing, and guidance on energy-efficient upgrades.
At REAP, we’re more than an energy services company — we’re your partner in creating a more comfortable, affordable, and sustainable home while helping families save money and improve comfort year-round.
About the owner
Meet Steven Lapage
With over 16 years of experience in the home energy efficiency industry, Steven Lapage has dedicated his career to helping New Yorkers make their homes safer, more comfortable, and more affordable to live in. As a certified energy professional, Steven has worked closely with NYSERDA programs for more than a decade, guiding homeowners through audits, upgrades, and rebates.
His expertise and hands-on approach ensure that every client receives personalized solutions and reliable results. Steven’s mission is simple: to make energy efficiency accessible to everyone while building a cleaner, healthier future for New York State.
Service area
We are authorized to provide home energy audits and efficiency upgrades in all counties across New York State. At this time, we are actively serving homeowners and renters in:
Dutchess, Greene, Columbia, Rensselaer, Albany, Schenectady, and Saratoga Counties.
No matter where you live, our goal is the same: to help you improve comfort, reduce energy bills, and take full advantage of NYSERDA programs. As we continue to grow, our service area will expand to reach even more communities throughout New York.
Join the team
At REAP, we believe work should reward effort—not time spent behind a desk. That’s why we offer energy auditor careers in New York designed for motivated individuals who want flexibility, independence, and real earning potential.
Our team members receive hands-on training, full support, and the tools needed to succeed in the growing energy efficiency industry. By joining REAP, you can help homeowners across New York save money, improve comfort, and make their homes more energy-efficient—while building a career on your own terms.
If you’re reliable, driven, and ready to grow as a certified energy auditor, REAP provides a unique opportunity to thrive in a meaningful and rewarding field.
Request your free home energy audit!
FAQs
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A home energy audit is a professional assessment of how your home uses energy. Our auditors inspect everything from insulation and air leaks to heating and cooling systems, then provide a detailed report showing where your home is losing energy and how you can improve efficiency.
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By identifying areas of energy loss and recommending improvements, an audit helps reduce utility bills over time. Many homeowners save hundreds of dollars annually after making suggested upgrades.
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We work directly with NYSERDA (New York State Energy Research and Development Authority) programs, ensuring homeowners get access to rebates, low-interest financing, and incentives for energy-efficient improvements.
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Many New York homeowners qualify for rebates or free/low-cost improvements based on income and household size. REAP helps you navigate the paperwork so you don’t miss out on available benefits.
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One of our certified auditors visits your home, conducts a thorough inspection (including blower door testing, insulation checks, and equipment review), and delivers a full report. We then handle the processing with NYSERDA to simplify the next steps.
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Most energy audits take 2–4 hours, depending on the size and complexity of your home.
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Once the audit is finished, you’ll receive a clear report of findings and recommendations. If you choose to move forward with improvements, we handle the paperwork with NYSERDA to secure funding or rebates on your behalf.
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With years of experience in New York’s energy efficiency programs, REAP combines expert auditing with seamless processing. We don’t just identify problems—we help you access the funding to fix them, making the process simple, affordable, and stress-free.