Natural gas storage water heater rebate

For natural gas customers

Receive a $50 rebate when you upgrade to a qualifying energy-efficient natural gas storage water heater.

See if you qualify for our $100 Efficiency Boost rebate based on your income.

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Customer requirements

You must be a current PSE residential natural gas customer.
Applies to existing single family properties only.
Single-family new construction, multifamily (5 or more attached units) and commercial accounts are not eligible.

Equipment requirements

Qualifying gas equipment must be installed in PSE’s gas service area.
Rebates only available on new, qualifying equipment.
Must install to comply with all federal, state and local code requirements.
Equipment that is replaced under warranty will not be eligible for a second rebate.
You must choose your natural gas storage water heater from our list of qualified products that meet the specifications* outlined below:

Tank storage size	First hour rating (FHR)**	UEF rating
≤ 55 gallons	Medium draw pattern (51 to 75 gal)	≥ 0.64
≤ 55 gallons	High draw pattern (> 75 gal)	≥ 0.68
> 55 gallons	Medium draw pattern (51 to 75 gal)	≥ 0.78
> 55 gallons	High draw pattern (> 75 gal)	≥ 0.80

* These product requirements are based on ENERGY STAR® Residential Water Heater specifications version 4.0.

* * First hour rating refers to the amount of hot water the unit can supply within the first hour of use.

Rebates requirements

Rebate application must be submitted within 30 days of installation and include all required supplemental documentation.
If instant rebate is provided by contractor, you will not be eligible for an additional rebate.
One rebate per qualified single-family residence.
Cannot be combined with any other rebates except where noted.
Rebate cannot exceed the pre-tax purchase price of any rebated product.
To apply online, you will need an electronic image of your paid installation invoice or purchase receipt for your installed product(s).

In addition to your PSE rebate, you may be eligible for a federal tax credit on qualifying energy-efficient equipment. For updated details and to learn more click here.

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Natural gas storage water heater facts

Gas storage water heaters that are ENERGY STAR-certified use about 10% less energy than standard gas storage water heaters. They use better insulation and heat traps, as well as more efficient combustion systems. Over the course of its lifetime, an ENERGY STAR gas storage water heater can save a four-person household hundreds of dollars.