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Solar + Heat Pump + Battery Storage. One installer. One project. Maximum incentives. Stack SREC-II, NJ Whole Home, utility rebates, and tax exemptions for $30,000-$45,000+ in lifetime value.
A full home electrification bundle in New Jersey -- solar panels, heat pump, and battery storage -- costs $45,000-$65,000 before incentives. After stacking SREC-II ($11,475 over 15 years), NJ Whole Home rebate (up to $7,500), utility rebates, sales and property tax exemptions, effective cost drops to $38,000-$50,000. One installer handling all three components saves $3,000-$5,900 vs hiring separate contractors. NJ has the highest property taxes in the nation -- every dollar saved on energy matters more here than anywhere else.
New Jersey homeowners pay the highest property taxes in the nation ($9,500/year average). Each component solves a different problem. Together, they eliminate your entire energy bill and fight back against NJ's punishing cost of living.
Offsets both your electricity AND heat pump operating cost. A 10 kW system produces ~11,300 kWh/year in NJ. SREC-II pays you $765/year for 15 years on top of bill savings.
2-4x more efficient than combustion heating. Eliminates gas connection fees. Provides both heating AND cooling from one system -- no separate AC unit needed.
Backup during nor'easters and summer storms. TOU optimization with PSE&G. Keeps your heat pump running when the grid goes down -- critical for all-electric homes.
$0 electricity + $0 heating = $300-$450/month in savings. With NJ's sky-high property taxes, energy savings have outsized impact on your household budget.
New Jersey incentives stack across solar, heat pump, and battery categories. When you install all three, you qualify for programs from multiple agencies simultaneously.
| Program | Value |
|---|---|
| SREC-II (ADI) $85.90/MWh x 15 yrs | ~$11,475 |
| Net Metering (1:1 retail) | $2,200-$3,500/yr |
| Sales Tax Exemption (6.625%) | ~$1,855 |
| Property Tax Exemption (100%) | ~$660/yr |
| Program | Value |
|---|---|
| NJ Whole Home Rebate | Up to $7,500 |
| PSE&G Instant Rebate | $900 |
| BPI-Certified Installer Required | Included |
| Section 25C (federal) | $0 |
| Program | Value |
|---|---|
| TOU Savings (PSE&G time-of-use) | $200-$400/yr |
| Storm Backup Value | Priceless |
| Garden State Storage Phase 2 | TBD (2026) |
| Section 25D (federal) | $0 |
Total Incentive Value (Over System Lifetime)
$30,000 - $45,000+
SREC-II income (15 yrs) + Whole Home rebate + utility rebates + net metering savings + sales/property tax exemptions
New Jersey homeowners pay an average of $9,500/year in property taxes -- the highest in the United States. This changes the math on home electrification dramatically.
At an effective rate of ~2.23%, NJ property taxes crush household budgets. Every dollar saved on energy costs has more impact here than in any other state.
Solar installations are 100% exempt from NJ property tax. A $30K system would normally add ~$660/year to your tax bill. With the exemption, that is $16,500 saved over 25 years.
NJ exempts solar equipment from 6.625% sales tax. On a $28,000 solar system, that is ~$1,855 in immediate savings you do not have to wait for.
Bundling all three components with one installer saves money on shared electrical work, NJ DCA permitting, crew mobilization, and project management.
| Component | Individual Install | Bundle Price | You Save |
|---|---|---|---|
| Solar (10 kW) | $29,500 | $28,000 | $1,500 |
| Heat Pump (3-ton ducted) | $14,000 | $13,000 | $1,000 |
| Battery (Tesla PW3) | $15,400 | $14,500 | $900 |
| Electrical Panel Upgrade | $2,500 | $0 (shared) | $2,500 |
| Total | $61,400 | $55,500 | $5,900 |
Solar, heat pump, and battery are not just three separate systems bolted onto your home. When designed together, they create an integrated energy ecosystem.
Panels on your roof convert sunlight to DC electricity. Microinverters (Enphase IQ8) convert DC to AC at each panel for immediate home use.
Your home draws from solar before touching the grid. Lights, appliances, heat pump -- everything runs on your own production first.
When solar produces more than your home needs, excess energy charges your battery. Once the battery is full, surplus feeds to the grid for 1:1 net metering credits.
Your heat pump runs on solar and battery power -- not the grid. Net metering credits from summer production offset the grid electricity your heat pump consumes in winter.
During power outages from nor'easters or summer storms, the battery powers your heat pump and critical circuits. Daytime solar recharges the battery while keeping your home running.
With PSE&G time-of-use rates, the battery charges from solar during the day and discharges during expensive peak hours (4-9 PM). An additional $200-$400/year in savings.
NJ spans two climate zones (4A south, 5A north) and has 130 miles of coastline. Equipment selection must account for cold northern winters, Shore salt air, and humid mid-Atlantic summers.
Solar
NuWatt standard. Tier-1 panels, American-assembled. NABCEP-installed. 25-year warranty. Qualifies for SREC-II income.
Full Equipment SpecsHeat Pump
Carrier Coastal series for Shore homes (salt-air rated). Mitsubishi H2i for northern NJ cold-climate. BPI-compliant installation.
Compare Heat PumpsBattery
PW3: 13.5 kWh / 11.5 kW continuous. IQ5P: 5 kWh modular (stack 1-4 units). Both support TOU optimization.
Battery OptionsMonmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, and Cape May county installations within 500 feet of salt water need corrosion-resistant outdoor units. Carrier Coastal Series, Mitsubishi coastal-rated H2i, and Fujitsu coastal models are recommended. Standard equipment corrodes within 3-5 years in salt air environments. NuWatt always specifies coastal-rated units for Shore installations.
Most New Jersey solar companies install panels only. Most HVAC contractors do heat pumps only. NuWatt installs all three -- and that changes everything about how the project is designed, permitted, and warrantied.
The NJ Whole Home program requires a BPI-certified contractor. When one company handles everything, BPI compliance is built into the project from day one. No need to coordinate between a BPI auditor, solar installer, and HVAC contractor.
Solar, heat pump, and battery all connect to your electrical panel. One installer designs the full system together -- no capacity conflicts, no oversizing, no panel upgrade surprises halfway through the project.
One building permit, one electrical permit through NJ DCA. Three separate contractors means three separate permit applications, three inspection schedules, and three opportunities for delays.
One company covers everything. If the battery stops charging from solar, or the heat pump circuit trips, there is one phone number to call. No finger-pointing between the solar installer, HVAC contractor, and electrician.
NJ heat pump rebates vary significantly by utility. These rebates stack on top of the NJ Whole Home program (up to $7,500 additional).
| Utility | HP Rebate | Electric Rate |
|---|---|---|
| PSE&G | $900 instant | $0.26/kWh |
| JCP&L | $500-$1,000 | $0.26/kWh |
| Atlantic City Electric | $1,300 | $0.25/kWh |
| RECO | $1,400 | $0.27/kWh |
Stacking example (PSE&G territory): NJ Whole Home ($4,600 at 18% TES) + PSE&G instant rebate ($900) = $5,500 off your heat pump before you even factor in solar SREC-II income and tax exemptions.
A complete electrification project takes 6-8 weeks from contract signing to full operation. NJ DCA permitting and utility interconnection timelines vary by territory.
All three components designed together. Electrical load analysis, roof assessment, heat loss calculation. BPI energy audit included.
One building permit, one electrical permit (NJ DCA licensed). Equipment ordered from distributor.
Panel upgrade (if needed) and heat pump installation. NJ HVAC license + BPI certification on-site. 1-3 days labor.
Solar panels mounted, battery wall-mounted, all wiring connected. 2-3 days labor.
System testing, utility interconnection application (PSE&G: 2-4 weeks, JCP&L: 3-6 weeks). PTO issued.
ADI registration for SREC-II income. NJ Whole Home rebate application. Utility rebate filing. Revenue begins.
NJ is a gas-dominant state. Natural gas is relatively cheap at ~$1.35/therm. We believe in transparency about where heat pumps save money -- and where the math is tighter.
Natural Gas (95% furnace)
Baseline
Heat Pump (COP 3.0)
Save ~$250/yr
Heating Oil
Save ~$1,350/yr with HP
Propane
Save ~$1,150/yr with HP
Electric Resistance
Save ~$2,250/yr with HP
Gas-to-heat-pump savings alone are modest (~$250/year). But the bundle changes the math entirely:
Total annual value (solar + HP + battery bundle): $5,500-$7,000/year
2,200 sq ft colonial, previously heating with natural gas at $140/month + $280/month electric.
7.3 yrs
Payback Period
$110K+
25-Year Net Profit
Disclaimer: Illustrative example based on typical New Jersey home configurations. Actual results vary by home size, insulation quality, energy usage patterns, roof orientation, utility territory, and fuel type being replaced. Oil and propane conversions show significantly higher savings than gas conversions. Get a site-specific assessment for accurate projections.
Common questions about full home electrification in New Jersey.
A complete home electrification bundle in New Jersey -- solar panels, heat pump, and battery storage -- costs $45,000-$65,000 before incentives. After stacking SREC-II income ($11,475 over 15 years), NJ Whole Home rebate (up to $7,500), utility rebates ($900-$1,400), sales tax exemption (~$1,855), and property tax exemption (~$660/year), the effective cost drops significantly. Net out-of-pocket for a typical NJ home is $38,000-$50,000.
Yes, and it is strongly recommended. NuWatt installs all three components as a coordinated project in New Jersey. One installer designs the full electrical system (panel, solar, heat pump, battery) together, avoiding capacity conflicts and ensuring optimal sizing. You get one NJ building permit, one NJ electrical permit, one inspection, and one project manager. The NJ Whole Home program requires a BPI-certified contractor -- having one company handle everything simplifies BPI compliance.
Yes. Solar panels generate the electricity your heat pump needs to operate. During sunny days, solar powers the heat pump directly. During winter and at night, net metering credits from excess production offset the electricity your heat pump draws from the grid. A properly sized solar system (9-12 kW for most NJ homes with heat pumps) covers 100% of annual electricity including heat pump operation.
In New Jersey, adding a heat pump to your home increases annual electricity consumption by approximately 3,000-5,000 kWh. NJ has moderate winters compared to New England, so heat pump electricity demand is lower. To cover both your existing usage and new heat pump load, most NJ homes need a 9-12 kW solar system (21-28 panels). The exact size depends on your home size, insulation quality, and whether you are replacing gas (lower savings) or oil/propane (higher savings).
Yes, with proper configuration. A Tesla Powerwall 3 (13.5 kWh, 11.5 kW continuous) can run a heat pump for 4-8 hours during an outage. NJ experiences nor'easters in winter and severe summer storms that knock out power for hours or days. During daytime outages, solar panels recharge the battery while simultaneously powering the heat pump. For all-electric NJ homes, a battery is essential backup.
New Jersey offers a strong incentive stack for bundled installations. Solar: SREC-II/ADI ($85.90/MWh for 15 years), net metering (1:1 retail), sales tax exemption (6.625%), 100% property tax exemption. Heat pump: NJ Whole Home rebate (up to $7,500), utility-specific rebates (PSE&G $900, JCP&L up to $1,000, ACE $1,300, RECO $1,400). Battery: TOU savings, storm backup, Garden State Storage Phase 2 coming in 2026. Federal credits (25D/25C) are expired as of 2026.
Yes. Bundling solar, heat pump, and battery with one installer saves $3,000-$5,900 compared to hiring separate contractors. Savings come from shared electrical work (one panel upgrade instead of multiple), one NJ DCA permit process, one crew mobilization, one design cycle, and one project manager. The electrical panel upgrade alone ($2,500 if done separately) is absorbed into the bundle at no extra cost.
A typical NJ whole-home electrification bundle takes 6-8 weeks from contract signing to full operation. Week 1-2: site survey with BPI energy audit. Week 2-3: NJ DCA permitting and equipment ordering. Week 3-4: heat pump and electrical work. Week 4-5: solar and battery installation. Week 5-6: commissioning and utility interconnection (varies: PSE&G 2-4 weeks, JCP&L 3-6 weeks). Week 6-8: SREC-II enrollment and Whole Home rebate filing.
NJ natural gas is relatively cheap (~$1.35/therm), so gas-to-heat-pump savings are modest compared to oil or propane conversions. A heat pump operating at COP 3.0 costs about $850/year for heating vs. $1,100/year for gas -- saving roughly $250/year on heating alone. However, the heat pump also replaces your central AC, eliminates gas connection fees, and when paired with solar, the electricity is essentially free. The total package economics improve dramatically with solar + heat pump together.
Absolutely. NJ has 130 miles of coastline and salt air corrodes standard outdoor units. Carrier offers a Coastal Series with factory-applied corrosion-resistant coatings designed for installations within 500 feet of salt water. Mitsubishi and Fujitsu also offer coastal-rated models. A Shore home solar + heat pump + battery bundle provides energy independence for summer beach season AND winter nor'easter backup. NuWatt installs salt-air-rated equipment throughout Monmouth, Ocean, Atlantic, and Cape May counties.
Solar + Heat Pump + Battery -- designed as one integrated system. Find out exactly what your New Jersey home needs, what it costs, and how much you will save.