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Pennsylvania has no single statewide heat pump program — rebates come from 7 separate electric distribution companies under Act 129. PECO customers in Philadelphia can stack up to $1,700+ with EAP bonuses. Federal 25C tax credit expired December 31, 2025.
Act 129
7 EDC Utilities
$1,700+
PECO + EAP Stack
+$1,400
PECO EAP Bonus
$0.20/kWh
Avg Electric Rate
Federal 25C tax credit ($2,000) expired Dec 31, 2025. PA utility rebates under Act 129 remain your primary incentive.
Everything you need to know about heat pumps in Pennsylvania — from utility-specific rebates and installation costs to honest comparisons with natural gas. PA spans three climate zones (4A, 5A, 6A), making equipment selection critical.
All 7 utility rebates: PECO up to $1,700+ with EAP, PPL $450, FirstEnergy $500.
Metro pricing: Philadelphia $18K, Pittsburgh $17.2K, Allentown $16.5K. Mini-split to hybrid.
Honest comparison at $1.60/therm vs $0.20/kWh. When gas wins, when HP wins, and dual-fuel.
HICRA registration, Manual J load calc, EPA 608 cert. Questions to ask, red flags to avoid.
SE PA / Philadelphia: $300 ASHP + EAP Tier 3 $1,400 + $250 hybrid = $1,950+. 1.6M customers.
Central & eastern PA: up to $450 ASHP + $400 mini-split + $400 HPWH. 1.4M customers.
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PECO, PPL, Duquesne Light, Met-Ed, Penelec, Penn Power, and West Penn Power each run separate rebate programs under Act 129. Rebates range from $200 to $500 per system.
Philadelphia-area PECO customers can stack utility rebates ($300) with EAP tier bonuses (up to $1,400) plus a $250 dual-fuel adder for combined savings exceeding $1,700.
Phase IV ends May 31, 2026. Phase V (June 2026 - May 2031) was approved by the PUC with expected higher heat pump incentives. Specific amounts not yet published.
PA spans Zone 4A (SE Philadelphia, mildest), Zone 5A (most of state, cold winters), and Zone 6A (extreme north). Cold-climate models are recommended for Zones 5A and 6A.
Natural gas at $1.60/therm makes the gas-to-HP savings case narrow. Biggest savings come from replacing oil ($3.40/gal) or propane ($2.85/gal). Dual-fuel is popular in Zone 5A.
Pennsylvania requires heat pump installers to be registered under the Home Improvement Contractor Registration Act (HICRA). Always verify registration before signing a contract.
Each of Pennsylvania's 7 electric distribution companies offers different heat pump rebate amounts under Act 129 Phase IV. Here's a snapshot.
| Utility | ASHP Rebate | HPWH Rebate | Service Area | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PECO | $200-$300 | $300 | SE PA / Philadelphia | $0.21/kWh |
| PPL Electric | $350-$450 | $400 | Central / Eastern PA | $0.21/kWh |
| Duquesne Light | $200 | $300 | Pittsburgh | $0.20/kWh |
| Met-Ed | Up to $500 | $500 | Reading / York | $0.19/kWh |
| Penelec | Up to $500 | $500 | Erie / State College | $0.18/kWh |
| Penn Power | Up to $500 | $500 | New Castle area | $0.19/kWh |
| West Penn | Up to $500 | $500 | Greensburg / Johnstown | $0.17/kWh |
Note: PECO customers can stack EAP bonuses (up to $1,400) on top of the base rebate. See the PECO rebates guide for details.
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Towns Tracked
9 days
Avg Permit Time
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Historic Districts
37
Online Permits
| Town | Permit | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Ross TownshipDuquesne Light | 7d | 5-10 wks |
| McCandlessDuquesne Light | 7d | 5-10 wks |
| Cranberry TownshipDuquesne Light | 7d | 5-10 wks |
| Lower MacungiePPL | 7d | 5-10 wks |
| Spring TownshipFirstEnergy (Met-Ed) | 7d | 5-10 wks |
| Ferguson TownshipFirstEnergy (Penelec) | 7d | 5-10 wks |
| Upper DarbyPECO | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| HaverfordPECO | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| AbingtonPECO | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| CheltenhamPECO | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| Upper Merion (King of Prussia)PECO | 8d | 5-10 wks |
| Mt. LebanonDuquesne Light | 8d | 6-11 wks |
| Bethel ParkDuquesne Light | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| Penn HillsDuquesne Light | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| Whitehall TownshipPPL | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| Derry Township (Hershey)PPL | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| WyomissingFirstEnergy (Met-Ed) | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| HazletonPPL | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| Millcreek TownshipFirstEnergy (Penelec) | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| Elk RidgePPL | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| State CollegeFirstEnergy (Penelec) | 8d | 5-11 wks |
| Lower MerionPECO | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| RadnorPECO | 10d | 6-11 wks |
| NorristownPECO | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| West ChesterPECO | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| AllentownPPL | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| BethlehemPPL | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| EastonPPL | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| HarrisburgPPL | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| LancasterPPL | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| YorkFirstEnergy (Met-Ed) | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| ReadingFirstEnergy (Met-Ed) | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| ScrantonPPL | 10d | 6-12 wks |
| Wilkes-BarrePPL | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| ErieFirstEnergy (Penelec) | 10d | 6-13 wks |
| PittsburghDuquesne Light | 12d | 7-14 wks |
| PhiladelphiaPECO | 15d | 8-14 wks |
Data compiled from municipal building departments, installer field reports, and NuWatt project history. Last updated March 2026. Click any row for details.
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