Connecticut

Heat Pumps in Connecticut

Save up to $2,150/year vs oil & gas heating. Energize CT rebate up to $3,750. Plus HEAR rebates up to $8,000 for qualifying households.

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$2,150/yr

Annual savings vs oil

$3,750

Energize CT rebate

4–9 yrs

Payback period

$0.32/kWh

Electric rate

Heat Pumps for Connecticut's Climate

Climate Considerations

Moderate to cold winters with design temps around 5°F to 10°F. Cold-climate models recommended.

Cold-climate heat pumps (ccASHP) required for Connecticut. Standard models lose too much capacity below 20°F.

Top Brands for Connecticut

Based on Connecticut's climate and our installation experience, we recommend:

Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat
Bosch IDS 2.0
Carrier Greenspeed

Heating Cost Comparison in Connecticut

Annual heating cost for a typical 2,000 sq ft home in Connecticut.

Heating Oil

$3,200

/year at $4.15/gal

Propane

$2,720

/year at $3.55/gal

Natural Gas

$1,760

/year at $1.9/therm

Heat Pump

$1,050

/year at $0.32/kWh

With solar panels, heat pump operating cost drops to near zero.

Connecticut Heat Pump Incentives (2026)

Federal 25C Tax Credit

Expired

The federal 25C energy efficient home improvement credit expired December 31, 2025. Previously offered 30% up to $2,000 for heat pumps.

Energize CT

Up to $3,750

Energize CT optimization-tier rebate up to $750/ton for cold-climate heat pumps. Basic tier $250/ton.

HEAR Rebates

Income-Qualified

Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates: up to $8,000 for low-income or $4,000 for moderate-income households. Can be stacked with Energize CT rebate. NuWatt handles the qualification and application process.

Your Estimated Net Cost

Without income rebates

$8,250–$18,250

With HEAR (low-income)

$2,000–$10,250

What NuWatt Installs in Connecticut

Ducted Systems

For homes with existing ductwork. Replaces your furnace and uses your current ducts. Brands: Carrier Greenspeed, Bosch IDS 2.0, Daikin FIT.

Ductless Mini-Splits

For homes without ducts (radiators, baseboard). Wall-mounted indoor units with minimal installation disruption. Brands: Mitsubishi, Fujitsu, LG.

Hybrid/Dual-Fuel

Keep your existing furnace as backup while the heat pump handles 95%+ of heating. Best for homeowners who want a gradual transition.

Heat Pumps by Town in Connecticut

96 towns with utility-specific data

Abington Amston Andover Ansonia Ashford Avon Beacon Falls Berlin Bethany Bloomfield Bolton Bozrah Branford Bridgeport Bristol Broad Brook Brooklyn Burlington Canton Cheshire Columbia Coventry Danielson Dayville Derby East Berlin East Granby East Hartford East Haven East Windsor Eastford Easton Ellington Enfield Farmington Glastonbury Granby Groton Hamden Hampton Hartford Hebron Jewett City Lebanon Manchester Mansfield Center Milford Monroe New Britain New Hartford New Haven Newington Newtown North Franklin North Granby North Grosvenordale North Haven North Windham Norwich Orange Oxford Plainville Pomfret Center Putnam Quinebaug Rocky Hill Shelton Simsbury Somers South Glastonbury South Norwalk South Windham South Windsor Storrs Storrs Mansfield Stratford Suffield Thompson Tolland Trumbull Unionville Vernon Wallingford Weatogue West Granby West Hartford West Haven West Simsbury Wethersfield Willington Windham Windsor Windsor Locks Winsted Woodbridge Woodstock

Related Resources

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Heat Pump FAQ for Connecticut

How much does a heat pump cost in Connecticut?

A whole-home heat pump system in Connecticut typically costs $12,000–$22,000 installed before rebates. With the Energize CT rebate of up to $3,750 plus income-qualified HEAR rebates (up to $8,000), net cost can be as low as $8,250–$18,250. Note: the federal 25C heat pump tax credit expired December 31, 2025.

What are the best heat pump brands for Connecticut?

For Connecticut's climate, we recommend Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat, Bosch IDS 2.0, Carrier Greenspeed. Cold-climate models are essential for Connecticut winters — standard heat pumps lose too much capacity below 20°F.

How much can I save switching from oil & gas to a heat pump in Connecticut?

A typical Connecticut home switching from oil heating saves approximately $2,150 per year — from $3,200/year in oil to roughly $1,050/year with a heat pump. Savings are even greater when paired with solar panels, which can reduce heat pump operating costs to near zero.

Does Connecticut require cold-climate heat pumps?

Yes. Connecticut's winter design temperatures (moderate to cold winters with design temps around 5°f to 10°f) require cold-climate heat pumps (ccASHP) rated to operate below 0°F. Standard heat pumps lose significant capacity below 20°F and are not suitable for Connecticut as the primary heating source.

What is the Energize CT heat pump rebate?

Energize CT optimization-tier rebate up to $750/ton for cold-climate heat pumps. Basic tier $250/ton. Additionally, income-qualified households may be eligible for HEAR (Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates) of up to $8,000 for low-income or $4,000 for moderate-income households.

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