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Your complete resource hub for solar, heat pumps, and energy savings in Massachusetts. Every guide updated for 2026 — including the end of federal tax credits, new Mass Save rebate tiers, and the R-410A refrigerant ban.
2026 Update: The federal 25D solar tax credit and 25C heat pump tax credit expired December 31, 2025. Massachusetts state incentives (Mass Save, SMART, net metering) remain the primary savings drivers.
Everything Massachusetts homeowners need to know about heat pumps in 2026 — rebates, costs, performance, and how to choose the right system and installer.
Complete 2026 rebate tiers: whole-home $2,650/ton, partial $1,125/ton, basic $250/ton. Plus HEAR federal rebates up to $8,000.
Read guideTotal cost breakdown by system type — ductless, ducted, hybrid. Net cost after rebates and 0% HEAT Loan options.
Read guidePerformance data at -13°F. Mitsubishi, Fujitsu, LG, Daikin, Carrier, Bosch model comparison.
Read guideInteractive calculator: enter your oil usage, see your heat pump savings. Conversion process walkthrough.
Read guideHonest gas-to-heat-pump analysis with hybrid/dual-fuel options. When a heat pump is NOT worth it.
Read guide10-point checklist, red flags to watch for, and questions to ask before signing.
Read guideEversource vs National Grid heat pump rates. Save $70–$141/month Nov–Apr. How to enroll.
Read guideR-410A banned from Mass Save. What the new refrigerants mean for your installation.
Read guideMassachusetts solar guides for 2026 — costs, SMART program details, utility comparisons, and everything you need for a smart solar investment without the federal tax credit.
Everything about solar in Massachusetts: costs, incentives, payback, and financing in the post-ITC era.
Read guideSMART 3.0 flat rates ($0.03/kWh residential), adders, enrollment, and 20-year payment projections.
Read guideBattery (+$0.04), canopy (+$0.08), community solar (+$0.07), low-income (+$0.05). Stack for $0.22+/kWh.
Read guideNeighborhood-by-neighborhood pricing. $3.16/W average, 7.6-year payback, $154K in 25-year savings.
Read guideHead-to-head comparison for solar: rates, net metering, SMART incentives, ConnectedSolutions.
Read guideDo you need one? Cost: $1,800–$6,000+. Timeline: 2–4 weeks. SPAN smart panel alternative.
Read guideNuWatt Energy is a licensed Massachusetts contractor specializing in solar, heat pumps, and battery storage. Get a free assessment and see your savings.
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