Electric resistance to air-source heat pump conversion rebate

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Heat pump rebate

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Heat pumps are a great option for homeowners looking to improve year-round comfort:

Heat pumps are just as reliable as other heating systems and can reduce your electricity use by 50% compared to furnaces and baseboard heaters (from energy.gov).
Heat pumps also offer cooling, humidity reduction, and increased air circulation and filtration.
- Depending on the model, you can control your heat pump with a remote, mobile app, or smart thermostat.
Ducted heat pump systems may be able to use the home’s existing ducting.
Ductless heat pump systems, sometimes called mini-splits, are a great option for homes without ducting or with incompatible ducting.

Getting started with an installer

Ready to get started? This rebate is only available through the contractor working on your project. Find a trusted and reliable contractor through PSE’s Trade Ally Network.*

Find a contractor

Already have a contractor in mind?

To confirm they are in our network, call a PSE Energy Advisor at 1-800-562-1482 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

What you get

Get a $1,500 rebate when you replace your electric resistance heating system with a qualifying air-source heat pump (ducted or ductless).

$2,400 Efficiency Boost rebate based on your income (see below or visit pse.com/boost for more details).

Looking to upgrade to a heat pump from an existing natural gas heating system? Income-qualified customers can get a rebate of up to $4,000 – Learn more here.

Do I qualify?

General qualifications

You must use a contractor who is a PSE Recommended Energy Professional (REP) or PSE Trade Ally to complete the installation. You may not use an out-of-network contractor or complete the work yourself.
You must be a current, PSE single-family residential electric customer. Single-family new construction, multifamily (five or more attached units) and commercial accounts are not eligible.
Your current primary heating system* must be electric resistance. This includes: electric forced air furnaces, baseboard heaters, wall heaters, or radiant cable/ceiling/floor heating.
Your current primary heating system must use electricity supplied by PSE to qualify.
No other primary heating type qualifies. For example, furnaces, boilers, or wall heaters that use natural gas, propane, or oil are not eligible.
Homes with an existing heat pump installed to serve the main living area are not eligible, regardless of the heat pump's operating.
One rebate per single-family residence.
Cannot be combined with any other rebates except where noted.
Must install to comply with all federal, state, and local code requirements.
Rebate must be applied after tax is calculated and cannot exceed the post-tax purchase price of any rebated product.

*Unsure if electric resistance is your primary heating system? Contact one of our Energy Advisors.

Zonal electric resistance to ductless heat pump additional requirements

Your primary and current heating system must be zonal electric resistance to qualify. This includes: baseboard heaters, wall heaters, or radiant cable/ceiling/floor heating.
Your new ductless system must be AHRI Certified® as a variable speed mini-split or multi-split heat pump, use inverter technology, and be a minimum of ¾ ton in heating mode.
It must meet or exceed the current national energy efficiency standard for residential heat pumps.
At least one indoor head must be installed in the main living area of the home; bedroom-only installations do not qualify.
Only fully ductless systems qualify. Systems that use any ducting, of any length or size, for delivering conditioned air, including short duct runs from concealed indoor units, do not qualify.
To qualify for a rebate, ADUs (accessory dwelling units) must be occupied full time, must be an additional living area independent of the primary dwelling unit (with no venting from the primary dwelling) and must include a fully-functioning kitchen and full bathroom.

Electric forced-air furnace to ductless heat pump additional requirements

Your primary and current space heating system must be an electric forced-air furnace.
Your new ductless system must be AHRI Certified® as a variable speed mini-split or multi-split heat pump, use inverter technology, and be a minimum of ¾ ton in heating mode.
It must meet or exceed the current national energy efficiency standard for residential heat pumps.
At least one indoor head must be installed in the main living area of the home; bedroom-only installations do not qualify.
Only fully ductless systems qualify. Systems that use any ducting, of any length or size, for delivering conditioned air, including short duct runs from concealed indoor units, do not qualify.

Electric forced-air furnace to air-source (ducted) heat pump additional requirements

Your primary and current space heating system must be an electric forced-air furnace.
Your new system must be an AHRI-certified, centrally ducted, all-electric air-source heat pump.
It must meet or exceed the current national energy efficiency standard for residential heat pumps.
Installers should design, size, and select heat pump systems appropriate to the needs of the home.
If auxiliary heat is included, it must be electric. Dual-fuel systems are not permitted as either existing or new equipment.
Compressor lockout must be disabled. If a compressor lockout is required by system controls, the recommended lockout temperature is 0°F or below.
If included, electric resistance auxiliary heat must be locked out using an outdoor ambient temperature sensor or weather-informed control.
- Auxiliary heat must not operate when outdoor temperature is above the configured lockout setpoint.
- Recommended lockout: 35°F or below.
- Defrost cycles and emergency/fault operation are permitted at any outdoor temperature.
Guidance on thermostat programming must be provided to residents to prevent unnecessary use of auxiliary or emergency heat.

If applying for increased Efficiency Boost rebates:

All above requirements still apply.
Review these income guidelines to ensure you qualify for Efficiency Boost.
If you qualify, the qualified installer completing the project will have you attest to your income eligibility on site to receive the higher rebate amount.
If you have additional questions about Efficiency Boost, please visit the Efficiency Boost page for more details.

You may also qualify for a higher rebate if you live in a manufactured/mobile home. Learn more.

Learn more about rebates for multifamily buildings, apartments, or condos.

*PSE Trade Allies and Recommended Energy Professionals (REPs) are independent contractors and have no authority to enter into any obligations (written, implied, or oral) on behalf of PSE. While contractors pledge to maintain a high level of customer service and satisfaction, PSE cannot and does not warrant products, installations, or service work performed by Trade Allies/REPs.