New Hampshire

Heat Pumps in New Hampshire

Save up to $2,150/year vs oil & propane heating. NHSaves rebate up to $2,500. Plus HEAR rebates up to $8,000 for qualifying households.

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$2,150/yr

Annual savings vs oil

$2,500

NHSaves rebate

5–10 yrs

Payback period

$0.27/kWh

Electric rate

Heat Pumps for New Hampshire's Climate

Climate Considerations

Cold winters with design temps of -5°F to -10°F in northern areas. Cold-climate heat pumps are essential.

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

Top Brands for New Hampshire

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

Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat
Fujitsu Halcyon XLTH
Carrier Greenspeed

Heating Cost Comparison in New Hampshire

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

Heating Oil

$3,000

/year at $3.9/gal

Propane

$2,550

/year at $3.4/gal

Natural Gas

$1,650

/year at $1.75/therm

Heat Pump

$850

/year at $0.27/kWh

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

New Hampshire 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.

NHSaves

Up to $2,500

NHSaves heat pump rebate with additional HEAR rebates launching spring 2026.

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 NHSaves rebate. NuWatt handles the qualification and application process.

Your Estimated Net Cost

Without income rebates

$9,500–$19,500

With HEAR (low-income)

$2,000–$11,500

What NuWatt Installs in New Hampshire

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 New Hampshire

120 towns with utility-specific data

Amherst Ashland Auburn Barnstead Barrington Bartlett Bedford Belmont Bethlehem Bristol Brookline Campton Candia Center Conway Center Harbor Center Ossipee Center Sandwich Chester Chocorua Concord Conway Deerfield Derry Dover Durham East Hampstead Enfield Epping Epsom Exeter Fitzwilliam Francestown Franconia Franklin Fremont Gilford Glen Goffstown Gorham Greenfield Greenland Greenville Hampstead Hampton Hampton Falls Hanover Harrisville Hebron Holderness Hollis Hooksett Hudson Intervale Jackson Jaffrey Keene Kingston Laconia Lancaster Lebanon Lincoln Littleton Londonderry Lyndeborough Manchester Marlborough Marlow Meredith Merrimack Milan Milford Mont Vernon Moultonborough Nashua Nelson New Boston New Hampton Newbury Newmarket Newton North Conway North Hampton North Stratford North Sutton Ossipee Pelham Peterborough Pittsburg Plaistow Plymouth Portsmouth Rindge Rochester Rye Salem Sandown Sandwich Seabrook Somersworth Stoddard Stratham Swanzey Tamworth Temple Tilton Troy Tuftonboro Twin Mountain Warner Warren Waterville Valley Wentworth Westmoreland Whitefield Wilton Winchester Windham Wolfeboro Woodstock Woodsville

Related Resources

Oil to Heat Pump Guide

Step-by-step transition guide for homeowners replacing oil or gas heating.

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Solar in New Hampshire

Solar panel installation, pricing, and incentives for New Hampshire homeowners.

Heat Pump FAQ for New Hampshire

How much does a heat pump cost in New Hampshire?

A whole-home heat pump system in New Hampshire typically costs $12,000–$22,000 installed before rebates. With the NHSaves rebate of up to $2,500 plus income-qualified HEAR rebates (up to $8,000), net cost can be as low as $9,500–$19,500. Note: the federal 25C heat pump tax credit expired December 31, 2025.

What are the best heat pump brands for New Hampshire?

For New Hampshire's climate, we recommend Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat, Fujitsu Halcyon XLTH, Carrier Greenspeed. Cold-climate models are essential for New Hampshire winters — standard heat pumps lose too much capacity below 20°F.

How much can I save switching from oil & propane to a heat pump in New Hampshire?

A typical New Hampshire home switching from oil heating saves approximately $2,150 per year — from $3,000/year in oil to roughly $850/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 New Hampshire require cold-climate heat pumps?

Yes. New Hampshire's winter design temperatures (cold winters with design temps of -5°f to -10°f in northern areas) 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 New Hampshire as the primary heating source.

What is the NHSaves heat pump rebate?

NHSaves heat pump rebate with additional HEAR rebates launching spring 2026. 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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