New Hampshire Heat Pump Rebates
New Hampshire heat pump rebates reach up to $2,000 per ton, paid through NHSaves and the New Hampshire Electric Cooperative. Homes that replace electric resistance heat earn that top rate, while homes using oil, propane, or gas receive $250 per ton.
Find the New Hampshire rebates for your ZIP code
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- Largest standard rebate available
- $10,000 NHSaves Air-Source Heat Pump Rebates, open to customers of Unitil Energy Systems, Public Service Co of NH, and others
- HEAR appliance rebates
- Approved, not open yet Run by New Hampshire Department of Energy (NH DOE). Official page
- HOMES whole-home rebates
- Has not opened yet Paid on the energy saved by a whole-home upgrade. Official page
- The 25C federal tax credit
- Ended No credit for heat pumps installed after 31 December 2025
New Hampshire heat pump rebates
Check which rebate amounts your home can get by matching your electric utility with your current heating fuel.
| Program | Who can get it | Central heat pump | Ductless mini-split | Heat pump water heater | Status | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NHSaves Air-Source Heat Pump Rebates (Eversource, Liberty, Unitil) | For customers of Unitil Energy Systems, Public Service Co of NH, and others | $2,000 per ton (installed between March 23 and December 31, 2026) | $2,000 per ton (installed between March 23 and December 31, 2026) | None | Open | Official page |
| NHEC Heat Pump Incentives | Served by New Hampshire Elec Coop Inc | $250 per ton (on top of the Standard Incentive) | $250 per ton | None | Open | Official page |
| NHSaves Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate | For customers of New Hampshire Elec Coop Inc, Public Service Co of NH, and others | None | None | $900 | Open | Official page |
Claiming New Hampshire Heat Pump Rebates Step by Step
Eversource, Liberty, and Unitil customers use the statewide NHSaves program to claim their rebates, with a five-ton cap per account. A ton is a unit of heating and cooling capacity, not how much the outdoor unit weighs. For systems installed between March 23 and December 31, 2026, homes heated mainly with permanent electric resistance heat earn $2,000 per ton. By electric resistance heat, we mean an electric furnace, wall heaters, or standard electric baseboards. Homes that switch away from propane, natural gas, or oil heating get $250 per ton instead.
- If you are replacing electric resistance heat, finish pre-verification at NHSaves.com/GetVerified before any work starts.
- Choose a model from the qualified products list at NHSaves, since units using R410A refrigerant were dropped on January 1, 2026.
- Have your unit in place by December 30, 2026, then mail the rebate form or submit it online no later than January 30, 2027.
Co-op Members and Heating Fuels: Special Rules
Fuel oil heats more than two-fifths of New Hampshire households, over ten times the national average. Nearly one in eight homes heats with electricity, and 5% use wood, according to federal energy data by state. While funding lasts, New Hampshire Electric Cooperative members receive bonuses built around these fuels. The standard rebate from the cooperative is $250 per ton, rising to $2,000.00 per ton when primary electric resistance heat is replaced. When a home offsets 80% of its heating, oil, propane, kerosene, wood, or pellet users get an extra $250 per ton. An extra $250 per ton is added when you finish a Home Energy Performance project with ENERGY STAR within the same year. After installation, members apply online or by mail, and a verification form is required for high-tier rebates.
Income-Qualified Rebates Set to Open in New Hampshire
The federal Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates program has approval in New Hampshire and should launch in Fall 2026. Everblue was approved as the state's contractor on March 25, 2026, to manage the $34,749,580 in funds through September 2031. When it opens, the program will cover up to $8,000 toward a heat pump and $1,750 toward a heat pump water heater. Costs can be covered at 100% for families below 80% of area median income, with a cap of $14,000 per household. The yearly income at the midpoint for households in your region is your area median income. Up to 50% of costs can be covered for households between 80% and 150% of that midpoint; anything higher does not qualify. Nothing is paid back for work started before launch, so begin with an NHSaves audit or reach out to a Community Action Agency. A distinct Home Efficiency Rebates program remains in planning, and it could offer as much as $20,000 for whole-home savings.
Weatherization at No Cost and Changes to the Federal Tax Credit
By sealing air leaks and adding insulation, you help a smaller heat pump warm your home through New Hampshire winters. Through local Community Action Agencies, the Weatherization Assistance Program offers free insulation and air sealing. The old 200% federal poverty rule is gone; households at up to 60% of state median income now qualify. Joining the NHSaves Home Energy Performance program lets homeowners finance the part of weatherization costs they must pay. Loans come at 0% APR for qualified Eversource customers and at 2% APR for Liberty, Unitil, and cooperative customers. For budgeting, equipment put in service after December 31, 2025 no longer gets the federal 25C tax credit. That tax credit was ended early by Congress under Public Law 119-21, signed July 4, 2025.
Common Questions About New Hampshire Heat Pump Rebates
Are heat pumps and heat pump water heaters covered by rebates in New Hampshire?
Yes, a $900 rebate from NHSaves also applies to ENERGY STAR heat pump water heaters no bigger than 85 gallons. For tanks up to 55 gallons, an installer at a participating distributor can give you an instant discount. If you skip that, mail the rebate form instead, or file it online, making sure it is postmarked by January 31, 2027.
Is a heat pump rebate from Eversource available to me in New Hampshire?
Yes, Eversource backs the NHSaves heat pump rebates with funding and also gives instant $900 water heater discounts at Lowe's and Home Depot. Between January 1 and March 22, 2026, replacements of electric resistance heat earn a rebate rate of $1,250 per ton. Your installer may also offer point-of-sale discounts backed by the New England Heat Pump Accelerator.
Will heat pumps come with tax credits in 2026?
No, once a heat pump goes into service after December 31, 2025, the federal tax credit no longer applies. In Fact Sheet FS-2025-05 issued August 21, 2025, the Internal Revenue Service confirmed that Sections 25C and 25D end early. Rather than federal tax credits, utility rebates are what New Hampshire homeowners rely on in 2026.
Which efficiency ratings qualify for heat pump rebates from the New Hampshire Electric Cooperative?
For ductless systems, the minimums are 16.0 SEER2 for seasonal cooling and 9.5 HSPF2 for heating efficiency. Ducted heat pumps must reach 15.2 SEER2, 10.0 for EER2, 8.1 for HSPF2, and a coefficient of performance of 1.75 at five degrees. Before you buy, your installer can compare these label ratings with the cooperative incentive requirements.
Get New Hampshire 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.