Heat pump rebates range from $450 in Pennsylvania to $11,500 in Rhode Island. This guide covers the exact steps to claim your rebate in each state.
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Efficiency Maine: Program Overview
Heat pump rebate up to $3,000 standard. Income-eligible households can receive up to $9,000 through enhanced rebates.
Standard Rebate
$3,000
Income-Eligible
$9,000
HEAR Eligible
Yes
Eligibility Requirements
All Maine electricity ratepayers. Income-eligible households qualify for enhanced rebates.
- Must install ENERGY STAR certified cold-climate heat pump equipment
- Installation must be performed by a licensed, program-registered contractor
- Equipment must meet minimum efficiency standards (typically HSPF2 8.1+)
- Cold-climate rated equipment required in Maine due to winter temperatures
Step-by-Step Claim Process
- Visit efficiencymaine.com to check rebate availability and amounts
- Select a registered Efficiency Maine installer
- Installer submits project application before starting work
- Efficiency Maine approves the project
- Installation is completed with qualifying equipment
- Rebate is applied at point of sale or mailed within 4-6 weeks
Get a Maine Heat Pump Quote
NuWatt handles all Efficiency Maine paperwork. See your net cost after the $3,000 rebate.
Important Dates
Efficiency Maine has consistently maintained funding. Over 100,000 heat pumps rebated to date.
Typical Costs in Maine
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Typical installation cost | $12,500 |
| Efficiency Maine rebate | -$3,000 |
| Net cost after rebate | $9,500 |
| Annual heating savings (vs oil) | $2,080/yr |
| Estimated payback period | 4.6 years |
Heat Pump Rebates in Other States
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