District of Columbia Heat Pump Rebates
District of Columbia heat pump rebates offer up to $5,000 under the DCSEU Residential Heating & Cooling and Electrification Rebates program. Through the Affordable Home Electrification Program, income-qualified residents can also receive a heat pump at no cost.
Find the District of Columbia rebates for your ZIP code
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- Largest open standard rebate
- $5,000 DCSEU Residential Heating & Cooling and Electrification Rebates
- HEAR appliance rebates
- Open Run by DOEE. Official page
- HOMES whole-home rebates
- Open Paid on the energy saved by a whole-home upgrade. Official page
- The federal 25C tax credit
- Ended No credit for heat pumps installed after 31 December 2025
District of Columbia heat pump rebate options
Check each row against your household income and the fuel you heat with now. That shows which rebate amount fits your home.
| Program | Who can get it | Central heat pump | Ductless mini-split | Heat pump water heater | Status | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DCSEU Residential Heating & Cooling and Electrification Rebates | Everyone in the state | $5,000 | $5,000 | $1,600 | Open | Official page |
Claiming District of Columbia Heat Pump Rebates
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility, known as DCSEU, funds rebates with local dollars for every income level. An ENERGY STAR Most Efficient heat pump installed in place of natural gas earns $5,000; an electric heat replacement pays $1,500. A heavy-up means an electric panel upgrade to 200 amps. If you need one, electrification rebates pay $2,000. Each circuit you upgrade or add earns another $400, up to three circuits per home.
- To install your system, hire a District of Columbia licensed contractor who holds a Master Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic license.
- Have your contractor obtain the required Department of Buildings permit, plus proof of gas capping when gas is replaced.
- Use the DCSEU Online Rebate Center to apply, within 30 days of installation, for equipment put in between 10/1/26 and 09/30/27.
One product per utility account is allowed per fiscal year for each household.
No-Cost Upgrades for Households That Qualify by Income
Federal Home Energy Rebates money is being used by the District Department of Energy and Environment to expand two open DCSEU programs. Qualifying homeowners and tenants receive free heat pumps and heat pump water heaters under the Affordable Home Electrification Program. Homes with four units or fewer can use it, and owners of condominiums and co-ops in bigger buildings are covered too. A household of four with income below $132,900 qualifies, and so does enrollment in assistance programs such as Supplemental Security Income. To start your project, apply directly with DCSEU. Their team connects you with qualified contractors and manages the upgrade after agency approval. The expanded Affordable Housing Retrofit Accelerator is available to affordable multifamily properties. To join this whole-building program, building owners apply with DCSEU.
Weatherization at No Cost, Local Energy Rules, and Changes to the Tax Credit
Natural gas heats almost half of District of Columbia households, and electricity already serves as the primary heat for half. With local law requiring 100% renewable retail electricity by 2032, incentives at the local level strongly favor a move away from natural gas. Under the Healthy Homes and Residential Electrification Amendment Act of 2024, the District is also directed to deliver low-income electrification retrofits at no cost. Those taking part are asked to sign up for Solar for All, which reduces electric bills 50% for a minimum of 100,000 income-qualifying households by 2032. Free upgrades through the Weatherization Assistance Program are also open to households that earn under 60% of State Median Income. Federally, home energy equipment once qualified for an income tax break, the 25C tax credit, which ended after 31 December 2025. Local rebates are the only thing a system put in after that date can receive.
Common Questions About District of Columbia Heat Pump Rebates
Can you still claim the federal heat pump tax credit in 2026?
No. For installs in 2026, the federal tax credit is gone. The credit ended early under Public Law 119-21, which Congress passed on July 4, 2025. IRS Fact Sheet FS-2025-05 says that no credit is available for equipment put into service after December 31, 2025.
Does the District of Columbia still offer rebates for standard ENERGY STAR heat pumps?
Yes. Rebates from DCSEU still cover standard ENERGY STAR Certified heat pumps outside the Most Efficient models. Switching from gas to electric earns $4,000 for both ducted units and variable speed ductless mini-splits. Replacing an existing electric heating system pays a $1,000 rebate.
In the District of Columbia, how do I apply for rebates on heat pump water heaters?
A contractor holding a District of Columbia Master Plumber license must do the work, and you must apply within 30 days of installation. The highest efficiency tiers of integrated heat pump water heaters pay $1,600 to replace gas, or $1,000 to replace electric. Entry-level qualified models earn $750 when they replace electric units, and $1,200 for gas equipment.
Which additional home upgrades can income-qualified District of Columbia residents get covered for free?
The Affordable Home Electrification Program covers more than heating and water heating: it also includes a thermostat, a heat pump dryer, and an induction stove. If your household gets Low Income Home Energy Assistance or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, you qualify. Automatic qualification for no-cost upgrades also extends to households enrolled in the Weatherization Assistance Program or Solar for All.
Get District of Columbia installer quotes with the rebates taken off
Most rebates on this page are paid through the installer or need the installer's paperwork, so the quote is where the money is settled. Tell us the ZIP code and what you want installed, and installers who work with these programs send a written price with the rebates taken off.