Rebates and Incentives

Maximize Your Savings with up to $16,500 in Heat Pump Rebates and Incentives With Kilowatt

At Kilowatt, we’re here to help you upgrade to an energy-efficient heat pump HVAC system while taking advantage of the substantial rebates and tax credits available. If you live in Los Angeles or Burbank, there are significant savings programs designed to make this transition affordable. Here’s a complete guide to your options:

HEEHRA Rebates (Inflation Reduction Act)

The High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Act (HEEHRA) offers generous incentives for homeowners upgrading to heat pump systems:

• Low-Income Households (Under 80% of Area Median Income): Rebates up to $8,000.
• Moderate-Income Households (80%-150% of Area Median Income): Rebates up to $4,000.
• Eligibility: Must replace a non-heat pump system, and the installation must be done by a HEEHRA-trained contractor, like Kilowatt.

TECH Clean California Incentives

TECH Clean California, a statewide initiative, offers additional incentives for heat pump installations:

• Heat Pump HVAC Systems: Incentives up to $1,500 for installing qualifying energy-efficient systems.
• Eligibility: Available to Californians enrolled in participating electric utility demand response programs, where applicable.

LADWP Rebates (Los Angeles Customers)

Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) provides rebates for energy-efficient heat pump systems:

• Central Heat Pump HVAC System: Up to $300 per ton.
• Eligibility: The system must meet LADWP’s energy efficiency standards.

BWP Rebates (Burbank Customers)

Burbank Water and Power (BWP) offers robust rebates for heat pump HVAC systems:

• Central Heat Pump HVAC System: $1,000 per ton.
• Mini-Split Heat Pump HVAC System: $1,000 per ton.
• Eligibility: The system must meet BWP efficiency requirements.

Federal Tax Credits

The Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit, part of the Inflation Reduction Act, allows homeowners to claim:

• Heat Pumps: 30% of installation costs, up to $2,000.
• Eligibility: The heat pump must meet federal energy efficiency standards.

Savings Overview: Burbank vs. LADWP Customers

By combining these rebates and incentives, here’s how much you could save on a qualifying 5-ton central heat pump HVAC system:

For LADWP Customers (Los Angeles): HEEHRA Rebate: Up to $8,000 (income-qualified).

• TECH Clean California Incentive: Up to $1,500. LADWP Rebate: $300 per ton = $1,500.
• Federal Tax Credit: 30% of remaining costs, up to $2,000.

For BWP Customers (Burbank): HEEHRA Rebate: Up to $8,000 (income-qualified).

• TECH Clean California Incentive: Up to $1,500. 
• BWP Rebate: $1,000 per ton = $5,000.
• Federal Tax Credit: 30% of remaining costs, up to $2,000.

Example Savings:

For a 5-ton central heat pump HVAC system:

• LADWP Area: Save up to $11,000, plus a tax credit. - $13,000
• BWP Area: Save up to $14,500, plus a tax credit. - $16,500

How to Apply

1. Consultation: Contact Kilowatt HVAC to discuss your specific needs and determine eligibility for rebates.
2. Income Verification: For HEEHRA rebates, verify your income through the TECH Heat Pump Verification Portal.
3. Rebate Applications: Our team will assist with all necessary paperwork for LADWP, BWP, TECH Clean California, and federal programs.
4. Claim Tax Credit: Retain receipts and documentation for your federal tax credit during tax filing.