Bay Area Heat Pump Rebates & Incentives
Heat pump rebates depend on your city, utility, equipment, and available funding. Clean HEET closed on July 14 and is no longer accepting new applications. We can help you check other local programs and understand their application requirements.
Find Your Rebate by Location
Bay Area heat pump incentives vary by city and electric provider. Clean HEET closed on July 14 and is not available for new applications. Other programs listed below include Silicon Valley Clean Energy, San Jose Clean Energy's EcoHome, and MCE, subject to current eligibility and funding. Confirm availability and application timing before installation begins.
MCE information was checked against its official program page on September 29, 2026; other listings may have earlier review dates. Amounts and eligibility change, and funds are limited — call (925) 578-3379 and we'll help check what your home qualifies for. You can also browse all California programs yourself with the Switch Is On Incentive Finder.
Bay Area Air District — Clean Heat, Extra Rebates (Clean HEET)
Who qualifies: Entire Bay Area (all 9 counties)
Equipment: Heat pump heating & cooling systems
Who applies: Previously homeowner-applied — now closed to new applications
- Update: The Clean HEET rebate program closed on July 14 and is no longer available for new applications.
- The program previously offered $3,000 to $13,500 for heat pump projects, depending on income and project scope.
- It required removing and scrapping an operational wood or pellet stove, or a wood-burning fireplace, as part of the project.
- A Notice to Proceed from the Air District was required before installation began.
- These details are retained for reference only. If you already applied or received approval, contact the Air District directly about your application's status and requirements.
Closed program. Any future reopening would need to be confirmed by the Air District.
Official program info: Bay Area Air District residents' incentives
MCE Heat Pump Rebate
Who qualifies: MCE customers in Contra Costa, Marin, Napa & Solano counties
Equipment: Heat pump heating & cooling systems and heat pump water heaters
Who applies: An MCE participating contractor installs the equipment and applies for you
- Heating and cooling: up to $400 per 500 square feet. MCE illustrates a rebate of up to $1,200 for a 1,500-square-foot home; this is an example, not a guaranteed amount.
- Heat pump water heaters: up to $675. Eligible customers can receive rebates for both HVAC and water heating.
- You must be an MCE customer who owns and has lived in a single-family detached home in MCE's service area for at least 12 months.
- Existing solar or EV charging equipment must have been installed at least 12 months ago. MCE also requires no other home electrification projects, including solar, battery storage, or EV charging, for 12 months after heat pump installation.
- Choose a participating contractor from MCE's list for a free home assessment and quote. The contractor installs the equipment and handles the rebate application and program requirements.
- Rebates cannot be applied retroactively. Depending on the contractor, the rebate may be an upfront discount or reimbursement after completion.
Amounts depend on existing equipment, home size, and required equipment capacity. Confirm eligibility, contractor participation, and current terms before installation. MCE information checked September 29, 2026.
Official program info: MCE heat pump rebates and eligibility
Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) Heat Pump Rebate
Who qualifies: SVCE customers in Santa Clara County communities (Sunnyvale, Milpitas, Mountain View, Los Altos, Cupertino, Campbell & more)
Equipment: Heat pump HVAC (must replace a gas furnace)
Who applies: Homeowner applies before work starts (we walk you through it)
- $2,500 rebate when you replace a gas furnace with a heat pump system.
- You must apply and be approved before work begins.
- SVCE also offers 0% interest financing for heat pump HVAC and heat pump water heater projects.
- Income-qualified households (CARE/FERA) can generally receive an extra $1,000 per appliance.
You must be an SVCE customer. Apply before starting work — rebates are not paid retroactively.
Official program info: SVCE rebates on Switch Is On SVCE City Bonus Rebates (Stack on Top of SVCE)
Who qualifies: Milpitas, Mountain View, Los Altos & Sunnyvale residents
Equipment: Heat pump HVAC, heat pump water heaters, electrical panels & induction ranges
Who applies: Varies by city — Los Altos is claimed by the homeowner after installation; we'll confirm the process for your city
- Milpitas: $2,500 heat pump HVAC, $850 heat pump water heater, $250 electrical panel, $500 induction range.
- Mountain View: $2,000 heat pump water heater (replacing gas) or $500 (replacing electric resistance).
- Los Altos: $1,000 heat pump HVAC + $1,000 heat pump water heater (claimed after installation).
- Sunnyvale: $1,000 heat pump HVAC, or $1,500 for income-qualified households.
City bonuses stack with the main SVCE rebate but each city has its own rules and funding limits.
Official program info: city rebates on Switch Is On
City of Palo Alto Utilities — Electrify Your Life
Who qualifies: Palo Alto residents (City of Palo Alto Utilities customers)
Equipment: Heat pump heating & cooling systems
Who applies: Homeowner applies (we provide the equipment documentation)
- $2,500 rebate for installing a heat pump system.
- Must replace an existing gas, propane, oil, or wood-burning heater.
Available only to City of Palo Alto Utilities customers. Program terms can change.
Official program info: Palo Alto electrification rebates
San Jose Clean Energy — EcoHome Program
Who qualifies: San Jose Clean Energy customers
Equipment: Heat pump HVAC + heat pump water heaters
Who applies: Homeowner applies (we provide the equipment documentation)
- $2,000 – $3,500 rebate for a heat pump HVAC system, plus $2,000 for a heat pump water heater — up to $6,000 combined.
- Up to $5,000 in interest-free financing is also available for qualifying projects.
You must be a San Jose Clean Energy customer. Funding is limited each program year.
Official program info: San Jose Clean Energy EcoHome
City of Pinole Heat Pump Rebate
Who qualifies: Pinole residents
Equipment: High-efficiency heat pumps (17+ SEER / 9.4+ HSPF)
Who applies: Homeowner applies (we provide TECH-certified installation proof)
- Up to $3,000 for replacing a gas system with a qualifying high-efficiency heat pump.
- Equipment must meet minimum efficiency requirements: 17 SEER and 9.4 HSPF or better.
- Installation must be performed by a TECH-certified contractor — Galaxy Heating & Air qualifies.
City funding is limited. Efficiency requirements are strict — we'll confirm your equipment qualifies before install.
Official program info: City of Pinole rebate program
Alameda Municipal Power Rebates
Who qualifies: City of Alameda residents (Alameda Municipal Power customers)
Equipment: Heat pumps & smart thermostats
Who applies: Homeowner applies (we provide the equipment documentation)
- $1,500 rebate for a qualifying heat pump (minimum 15 SEER / 8.5 HSPF).
- $50 rebate for a qualifying smart thermostat.
Available only to Alameda Municipal Power customers.
Official program info: Alameda Municipal Power rebatesWhy Homeowners Trust Galaxy With Rebates
We Handle the Paperwork
Applications, equipment documentation, and approval timing — done for you, in the right order.
Certified & Qualified
Licensed, TECH-certified installers — required by programs like the City of Pinole rebate.
Stack Every Dollar
We check every program you qualify for and combine rebates with financing to lower your out-of-pocket cost.
Rebate Questions, Answered
How do I know which rebates I qualify for?
It depends on where you live, who your electric provider is, and what equipment you're replacing. You can browse programs yourself with the Switch Is On Incentive Finder at switchison.org/incentive-finder, or call us at (925) 578-3379 and we'll check every program you're eligible for during your free estimate — most homeowners qualify for at least one.
Can I combine multiple rebates?
Often, yes. For example, SVCE customers in Milpitas can stack the $2,500 SVCE rebate with the city's $2,500 bonus, subject to current eligibility and funding. Clean HEET closed on July 14 and is not available for new applications. We'll help check which available programs can be combined for your project.
Do I need to apply before installation starts?
For several programs, yes. The Bay Area Air District requires a Notice to Proceed before work begins, and SVCE requires approval before installation. Applying in the wrong order can cost you the entire rebate — that's why we manage the timing for you.
Who submits the rebate application?
It varies by program. MCE requires installation and application through a participating contractor; confirm participation before starting work. Other programs use homeowner applications. Galaxy can help you understand the paperwork and equipment documentation required.
Are rebate amounts guaranteed?
No — every program has limited funding and can change or pause at any time. The amounts on this page reflect the programs as currently published. We always verify current availability and eligibility before you commit to a project.
Can I use financing along with rebates?
Yes. Rebates lower the total project cost, and flexible financing through GoGreen Financing or Service Finance Company covers the rest. SVCE and San Jose Clean Energy even offer their own 0% or interest-free financing options. See our HVAC financing page or call (925) 578-3379.
Don't Leave Rebate Money on the Table
Programs run out of funding — sometimes mid-year. Get a free estimate and a full rebate eligibility check for your address.