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Las bombas de calor en Nueva Jersey cuestan $3,500-$22,000 antes de reembolsos. Con el programa Whole Home (hasta $7,500) + reembolsos de servicios publicos ($500-$1,400), el costo neto es de $0-$14,000. No hay credito fiscal federal en 2026.
Credito fiscal federal 25C: VENCIDO
El credito fiscal federal de eficiencia energetica (Seccion 25C) vencio el 31 de diciembre de 2025. $0 disponible para bombas de calor en 2026. Los reembolsos estatales de NJ y los reembolsos de servicios publicos son los unicos incentivos disponibles.
Precios instalados para Nueva Jersey en 2026. Incluye equipo, mano de obra, permisos e instalacion estandar. Precios antes de reembolsos.
| Tipo de Sistema | Rango de Precio | Mejor Para | Instalacion | Notas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ductless Single-Zone | $3,500–$7,000 | Single room, addition, or sunroom | 1 day | One indoor head + one outdoor unit. Ideal for older NJ homes without ductwork. |
| Ductless Multi-Zone (2-4 heads) | $8,000–$18,000 | Multi-story homes without ducts | 2-3 days | Popular for NJ colonials and Victorians where adding ductwork is impractical. |
| Ducted Central | $12,000–$22,000 | Homes with existing ductwork | 2-3 days | Replaces central AC + gas furnace. Most common choice for NJ gas-heated homes. |
| Hybrid (HP + Gas Backup) | $10,000–$20,000 | Northern NJ, keep gas as backup | 2-4 days | Auto-switches at balance point (~30-35 degrees F). Popular in Zone 5A. |
| Heat Pump Water Heater | $3,000–$5,000 | Replace electric or gas water heater | 0.5-1 day | Uses 60-70% less energy than electric resistance. Qualifies for utility rebates. |
One indoor head + one outdoor unit. Ideal for older NJ homes without ductwork.
Popular for NJ colonials and Victorians where adding ductwork is impractical.
Replaces central AC + gas furnace. Most common choice for NJ gas-heated homes.
Auto-switches at balance point (~30-35 degrees F). Popular in Zone 5A.
Uses 60-70% less energy than electric resistance. Qualifies for utility rebates.
Los costos varian segun la region de NJ. Precios para un sistema ducted central tipico de 3 toneladas.
Highest labor costs due to NYC proximity. PSE&G territory ($900 instant rebate).
Mix of PSE&G and JCP&L territory. Good contractor availability.
Coastal premium for salt-air corrosion-resistant outdoor units.
Most affordable NJ metro. ACE territory (up to $1,300 rebate). Milder Zone 4A.
NJ: estado dominado por gas natural
La mayoria de los hogares de NJ se calientan con gas natural. Cambiar de gas a bomba de calor es la conversion mas comun, con la mejor infraestructura de conductos existente.
El precio escala con la capacidad. Use los pies cuadrados de su hogar para estimar el tamano y el costo.
| Tamano | BTU/hr | Pies Cuadrados | Rango de Precio | Despues de Reembolsos ~$8,400 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 ton | 12,000 | 400-700 sq ft | $3,500–$6,000 | $0–$0 |
| 1.5 ton | 18,000 | 700-1,000 sq ft | $4,500–$8,000 | $0–$0 |
| 2 ton | 24,000 | 1,000-1,300 sq ft | $6,000–$11,000 | $0–$2,600 |
| 2.5 ton | 30,000 | 1,300-1,600 sq ft | $8,000–$14,000 | $0–$5,600 |
| 3 ton | 36,000 | 1,600-2,000 sq ft | $10,000–$17,000 | $1,600–$8,600 |
| 4 ton | 48,000 | 2,000-2,500 sq ft | $13,000–$21,000 | $4,600–$12,600 |
| 5 ton | 60,000 | 2,500-3,200 sq ft | $16,000–$25,000 | $7,600–$16,600 |
* Reembolsos estimados: $7,500 Whole Home + $900 PSE&G = $8,400. Su reembolso real depende del porcentaje de ahorro de energia total y su compania de servicios publicos.
Asi es como se apilan los reembolsos para un sistema ducted central tipico de 3 toneladas con PSE&G.
Si HEAR se lanza (pendiente)
HEAR aun no esta disponible en NJ. Cuando se lance, los hogares de bajos ingresos podrian recibir $4,000-$8,000 adicionales, reduciendo el costo neto a $0-$2,600. NO cuente con HEAR al presupuestar hoy.
JCP&L Territory
$15,000 − $7,500 − $1,000
Net: $6,500
Cold-climate tier rebate
ACE Territory
$15,000 − $7,500 − $1,300
Net: $6,200
South NJ + lower labor
RECO Territory
$15,000 − $7,500 − $1,400
Net: $6,100
Highest utility rebate in NJ
Su reembolso de servicios publicos depende de donde vive. Estos se apilan ENCIMA del programa Whole Home.
North & Central NJ
Instant rebate on qualifying heat pumps. On-bill financing up to $75K.
Central & Western NJ
Tiered by efficiency: $500 Tier 1, $750 Tier 2/ductless, $1,000 cold-climate.
South NJ & Shore
HVAC Efficiency Program for central heat pumps and mini-splits.
Northwest NJ (Bergen/Passaic)
Heating/cooling efficiency rebate through Orange & Rockland.
Ocho factores determinan su precio final instalado. Entender estos le ayuda a comparar cotizaciones.
Ducted costs 2-3x more than single-zone mini-split. Hybrid adds gas integration.
Each additional ton adds $2,500-$4,000 installed. 2,000 sq ft home typically needs 3 tons.
Each additional indoor ductless head adds $1,500-$3,000 to the total.
Good ducts save $3,000-$7,000. Leaky or missing ducts push toward ductless.
Older NJ homes may need 200A panel upgrade ($1,500-$3,000). Required for larger systems.
Mitsubishi and Carrier premium; Daikin and Bosch mid-range; Goodman and Lennox entry.
Shore homes need corrosion-resistant coatings (+$500-$1,200) for salt-air protection.
NJ requires HVAC + electrical permits. Typically $150-$400, handled by installer.
Costo neto de la bomba de calor (despues de $8,400 en reembolsos) mas 10 anos de costos operativos vs. mantener su sistema actual. Basado en un sistema ducted de 3 toneladas.
Gas-to-HP saves less annually but locks in electric costs and eliminates gas bill
14% menos
Oil switchers see strong payback with rising oil prices
47% menos
Propane is expensive in NJ and prices volatile
43% menos
Electric baseboard is 3x more expensive to operate than a heat pump
60% menos
NJ es dominado por gas — los ahorros anuales al cambiar de gas son modestos (~$250/ano), pero los que cambian de aceite, propano o baseboard electrico ahorran $1,150-$2,250/ano.
Multiples opciones de financiamiento al 0% estan disponibles para reducir el costo inicial.
Through NJ Clean Energy program. Must achieve minimum 5% Total Energy Savings.
Mejor para: Homeowners doing comprehensive upgrades
Repay through your PSE&G electric bill. Available to PSE&G customers only.
Mejor para: PSE&G customers wanting no-upfront-cost installation
Carrier, Daikin, Mitsubishi offer promotional rates through dealer networks.
Mejor para: Homeowners wanting brand-specific deals
NJ Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency energy efficiency loans.
Mejor para: Broader energy efficiency projects
A $37/mes durante 15 anos al 0% de interes a traves del programa Whole Home. Muchos propietarios pagan menos que su factura mensual de gas anterior.
NJ abarca dos zonas climaticas. El norte necesita modelos de clima frio que cuestan mas pero funcionan mejor en inviernos severos.
Camden, Cherry Hill, Atlantic City, Vineland
Newark, Morristown, Sussex, Paterson
Los modelos mas instalados en Nueva Jersey, con precios instalados antes de reembolsos.
17.0 SEER2 / 10.0 HSPF2
Slim outdoor unit. R-32 refrigerant. Great humidity control for Shore.
18.5 SEER2 / 10.0 HSPF2
Quiet 56 dB. Compatible with most existing air handlers. JCP&L Tier 2 eligible.
22.0 SEER2 / 13.0 HSPF2
R-454B. Factory corrosion coatings for coastal. JCP&L cold-climate tier ($1,000).
18.0 SEER2 / 12.5 HSPF2
Maintains heating to -13 degrees F. Best ccASHP for Zone 5A. JCP&L $1,000 rebate.
17.5 SEER2 / 12.0 HSPF2
Heats to -15 degrees F. Strong NJ tri-state installer network. JCP&L $1,000 rebate.
Factores unicos que afectan los costos de bombas de calor en Nueva Jersey.
NJ promedia ~$9,500/ano en impuestos de propiedad. Los ahorros en energia tienen un impacto mayor en los presupuestos familiares de NJ que en la mayoria de los estados.
PSE&G aumento 17% y JCP&L 20% a mediados de 2025. La tarifa promedio ahora es ~$0.26/kWh. Aun asi, una bomba de calor con COP 3.0 cuesta menos que gas, aceite o propano por BTU entregado.
130 millas de costa. Las unidades exteriores necesitan revestimientos resistentes a la corrosion por aire salado (+$500-$1,200). Los modelos Carrier Coastal vienen con proteccion de fabrica.
NJ requiere licencia de contratista HVAC del Departamento de Asuntos Comunitarios. Se necesitan permisos de HVAC y electricos. Las inspecciones municipales son obligatorias.
Heat pump costs in New Jersey range from $3,500 to $22,000 before rebates depending on system type. A ductless single-zone mini-split costs $3,500-$7,000. A ductless multi-zone system (2-4 heads) runs $8,000-$18,000. A ducted central heat pump costs $12,000-$22,000. A hybrid system with gas backup costs $10,000-$20,000. After NJ Whole Home rebates (up to $7,500) and utility rebates ($500-$1,400), net cost drops to $0-$14,000.
The cheapest option is a ductless single-zone mini-split at $3,500-$7,000 installed. After the Whole Home rebate ($2,000-$7,500) and your utility rebate ($500-$1,400), a single-zone unit can cost as little as $0-$3,000 out of pocket. This is ideal for adding heating/cooling to one room, a sunroom, or a finished basement. For a whole-home solution on a budget, a ducted central system starts at $12,000 before rebates.
Stack all available incentives: (1) NJ Whole Home rebate up to $7,500 based on total energy savings percentage, (2) your utility rebate (PSE&G $900, JCP&L up to $1,000, ACE up to $1,300, RECO up to $1,400), (3) 0% financing through Whole Home or PSE&G on-bill repayment. If you are income-qualified, the upcoming HEAR rebates could add $4,000-$8,000 more. Get 3+ quotes to compare pricing.
No. The federal Section 25C energy efficiency tax credit expired on December 31, 2025, under the OBBBA signed July 4, 2025. There is zero federal tax credit for residential heat pump installations in 2026. NJ state rebates (Whole Home + utility) and the upcoming HEAR program are the remaining incentives.
NJ Whole Home is a performance-based rebate through NJ Clean Energy. You receive $2,000 at 5% projected Total Energy Savings, plus $200 for each additional percentage point, up to $7,500 at 33% TES. A heat pump installation with weatherization typically qualifies for $4,000-$7,500. The program also offers 0% interest loans up to $25,000.
HEAR (Home Efficiency and Electrification Rebates) is a federal program funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. NJ has $183 million allocated but the program has NOT launched yet — it is pending DOE approval and program administrator selection. When available, HEAR could provide up to $8,000 for low-income and $4,000 for moderate-income households. Do not count on HEAR when budgeting today.
RECO (Rockland Electric) offers the highest rebate at up to $1,400, but serves only a small area in northwest NJ. Atlantic City Electric offers up to $1,300 for South NJ homeowners. JCP&L offers up to $1,000 for cold-climate models. PSE&G provides a $900 instant rebate plus on-bill financing up to $75,000. Your rebate depends on which utility serves your address.
Yes. Modern cold-climate heat pumps (ccASHPs) from Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat, Fujitsu XLTH, and Carrier Greenspeed maintain rated heating capacity well below 0 degrees F. Northern NJ (Zone 5A) has winter design temps of 5-10 degrees F. Cold-climate models handle this easily. Many northern NJ homeowners choose a hybrid system with gas backup for extreme cold snaps, though modern cold-climate units rarely need it.
At the current NJ average electric rate of $0.26/kWh, a heat pump costs approximately $850 per year to heat a typical 2,000 sq ft home (at a seasonal COP of 3.0). This compares to $1,100 for natural gas, $2,200 for heating oil, $2,000 for propane, and $3,100 for electric baseboard. The heat pump also provides air conditioning in summer.
If your NJ home has existing ductwork in good condition from a central AC or gas furnace system, a ducted central heat pump ($12,000-$22,000) provides whole-home coverage. If you lack ductwork — common in older NJ colonials, Cape Cods, and row homes — ductless mini-splits ($8,000-$18,000 for multi-zone) are the better choice. Many NJ homeowners combine ducted main-floor systems with ductless units for bedrooms or additions.
Shore homes in Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, and Cape May counties need outdoor units with corrosion-resistant coatings for salt-air exposure. Carrier Coastal series and other coated models add $500-$1,200 to the cost. This premium protects the unit from premature failure. Choose a contractor experienced with coastal installations and ensure warranty coverage includes coastal environments.
A ductless single-zone mini-split takes 1 day. A multi-zone ductless system takes 2-3 days. A ducted central heat pump replacement takes 2-3 days. A hybrid system with gas integration takes 2-4 days. Add 1-2 days if electrical panel upgrades or ductwork modifications are needed. NJ requires both HVAC and electrical permits, which your contractor should handle.
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