Incentives center
Your go-to guide for saving on efficient, electric upgrades.
Discover which of the many incentives – from rebates to tax credits and financial assistance – are available to help you upgrade your home with modern, electric appliances.
Just looking for the incentives? Find them here.
Incentives essentials
IRA incentives overview
FAQs: Incentives guidelines and process
While most programs necessitate purchasing the appliance before applying for the incentive, each program has its own set of rules and requirements. Make sure to review the specific requirements for the incentive you’re applying for at The Switch Is On Incentive Finder.
Absolutely, many incentives can indeed be stacked or combined for maximum savings. With IRA incentives, you can stack them with local state, city, and utility incentives, allowing you to maximize your savings. Additionally, local state, city, and utility incentives can be stacked and claimed for all your appliances, equipment, or upgrade projects without any combination restrictions.
It’s important to note that incentive programs may have specific requirements for stacking incentives. Be sure to review the requirements on The Switch Is On Incentive Finder.
Many incentive programs have specific criteria, such as income eligibility and minimum appliance efficiency standards.
Income eligible households can access free or low cost weatherization, direct install programs, and higher incentive amounts. Learn more in our Income-Eligible Incentives: Boost Your Home’s Efficiency article.
The IRA HOMES program is your gateway to whole-house energy-saving upgrades, offering incentives tailored to your home type, achieved energy savings, and income level.
States may choose to offer a modeled, measured, or both savings program. In a modeled savings program,incentives are based on estimated or modeled savings. Projects that achieve a 20% or more energy savings could receive up to $2,000, while those achieving a 35% or more savings could qualify for up to $4,000. Low and moderate-income households may be eligible for up to $8,000 in incentives.
In a measured savings program, incentives are based on actual savings calculated using utility bills before and after the upgrade project.
The Switch Is On Incentive Finder has a comprehensive list of incentives that includes eligibility requirements and a link to apply for the incentive directly with the program that is offering it.
It varies depending on the incentive program you apply to. After searching all available incentives to your zip code in our The Switch Is On Incentive Finder, click on the specific incentive to get information directly from the program.
Incentives are offered until the budgets allocated for them are exhausted. The Switch Is On Incentive Finder will showcase the most updated incentives available, and sign up now for instant updates on new incentives, changes, and electrifying inspiration.
TECH Clean California incentives are allocated directly to contractors and are subsequently passed down to homeowners, either immediately or after the contractor receives the incentive from TECH Clean California.
For details on all TECH Clean California incentives, including eligibility requirements, visit The Switch Is On Incentive Finder.
Absolutely not, TECH Clean California enrolled contractors handle the application process directly for TECH incentives on behalf of their customers. This ensures that customers receive the program benefits without the inconvenience of handling paperwork.
For details on all TECH Clean California incentives, including eligibility requirements, visit The Switch Is On Incentive Finder.
Contractors must be enrolled in TECH Clean California to apply for the program’s incentives.
Yes, a triplex qualifies as a single family residential building.
The Switch Is On Incentive Finder has a comprehensive list of incentives that includes eligibility requirements and a link to apply for the incentive directly with the program that is offering it.
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And while you’re here, don’t miss our Electric Appliances Hub, where you can explore everything from induction cooktops to heat pumps and more.
Navigating each incentive process can vary greatly, depending on the program offering the incentive. Review the details on each program on The Switch Is On Incentive Finder.
Incentives are available until their allocated budgets are exhausted. Sign up now for instant updates on new incentives, changes, and electrifying inspiration
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FAQs: Incentives for specific appliances
a. The project must involve a conversion from a non-heat pump to a heat pump installation.
b. These incentives are exclusively for upgrades; new construction projects are not eligible.
c. The equipment must comprise Air-conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) matched systems.
d. The equipment must meet the Title 24 code minimum standards.
Your contractor is responsible for providing all necessary documentation to confirm the project’s completion. Please note that specific requirements may vary depending on your location.
Incentive programs frequently necessitate fuel switching, such as upgrading from a gas or oil furnace to an electric heat pump. While fuel switching is obligatory in some cases, others mandate upgrading to an appliance that meets minimum efficiency standards. Incentives are available for a diverse range of scenarios. To find incentives tailored to your project and zip code, visit The Switch Is On Incentive Finder.
There are incentives for heat pumps. If you have a specific model you are exploring or want to see a list of qualifying heat pumps, visit The Switch Is On Product Finder.
We’re excited to announce that solar content and incentive listings will soon be added to The Switch Is On! Sign up to receive notifications when these updates go live on our website.
And while you’re here, don’t miss our Electric Appliances Hub, where you can explore everything from induction cooktops to heat pumps and more.
To discover smart thermostat incentives in your area, simply enter your zip code into our The Switch Is On Incentive Finder. Then, select “Smart Thermostat” in the Equipment Type filter.
FAQs: IRA incentives
Get ready to power up with the IRA with $500 billion in spending and incentives aimed at healthcare, domestic manufacturing, and clean energy, including $400 billion to significantly reduce carbon emissions. This means a historic opportunity for you to invest in clean energy and efficiency.
Efficient electric appliances, solar panels, and home batteries are more affordable thanks to tax credits and incentives. And remember, this IRA isn’t your typical Individual Retirement Account, which is a savings or investment account for retirement – it’s all about upgrading your home’s energy efficiency for a brighter, greener future!
Did you know that a federal tax credit for qualified home improvements can directly reduce the amount of taxes you owe when you file your tax return? Let’s break it down: Say you spent $900 on energy-efficient windows and qualify for a 30% tax credit. That’s nearly $300 off your tax liability! So, while you pay $900 upfront, you could owe almost $300 less on your taxes.
Tax credits are available now, read our blog article on IRA tax credits to learn what products are eligible, how to apply, and how to plan to get them yearly.
IRA tax credits are available now. The other IRA incentives on products and home energy performance will roll out state-by-state.
IRA incentives on products, including electric appliances, weatherization, and equipment like heat pumps and induction stoves. These incentives are open to low and moderate household incomes.
With the IRA home energy performance, you can upgrade your space to save on energy usage and earn valuable incentives in the process. And incentives are doubled for low and moderate-income households.Explore our Electrification Incentives Hub for a comprehensive list, detailed amounts, and further information on how you can benefit from these valuable rebates.
The IRA HOMES program is your gateway to whole-house energy-saving upgrades, offering incentives tailored to your home type, achieved energy savings, and income level.
States may choose to offer a modeled, measured, or both savings program. In a modeled savings program,incentives are based on estimated or modeled savings. Projects that achieve a 20% or more energy savings could receive up to $2,000, while those achieving a 35% or more savings could qualify for up to $4,000. Low and moderate-income households may be eligible for up to $8,000 in incentives.
In a measured savings program, incentives are based on actual savings calculated using utility bills before and after the upgrade project.
Unlock substantial savings with IRA HEAR rebates, designed specifically for low and moderate-income households looking to invest in high-efficiency electric home appliances.
Households have the opportunity to receive up to $14,000 in incentives for a range of upgrades, including electric heat-pumps and water heaters, electric stoves and cooktops, dryers, as well as insulation upgrades, air sealing, and electric panel and wiring enhancements. These incentives are exclusively available to households earning below 150% of the area median income.
For full details and to explore all available incentives, visit our Electrification Incentives Hub.
The IRA has earmarked up to $225 million to tribal governments and Alaska Native entities for incentives of up to $14,000 per tribal household for efficiency and electrification home upgrades.
Learn more on the Office of State and Energy Programs website.
You can apply now for the IRA tax credits yearly. Read our blog article on IRA tax credits to learn what products are eligible, how to apply, and how to plan to get them yearly.
The other IRA incentives will be rolled out state-by-state. Sign-up for immediate updates on new incentives, changes, and electrifying inspiration.
Yes! You can combine, layer, and stack federal IRA, state, and local incentives to make a home upgrade even more affordable. Check out Electrification Incentives Hub for tips and The Switch Is On Incentive Finder for all the current available incentives by zip code.
Great news – IRA tax credits come with no income eligibility limits, meaning all household incomes can take advantage of these valuable incentives.
No income eligibility limits on the IRA HOMES incentives either. These incentives on home energy performance upgrades are open to all, with low and moderate-income households eligible to receive double the amount of the incentives.
Specifically tailored for low and moderate-income households, IRA HEAR incentives on electric products help make energy efficiency accessible to all.
