ENERGY STAR Residential Heat Pump Rebate

South River EMC members installing an ENERGY STAR rated electric air source heat pump, dual-fuel air source heat pump, or geothermal heat pump, are eligible to take advantage of the South River EMC ENERGY STAR heat pump rebate.

ENERGY STAR qualified heat pumps have a higher seasonal energy efficiency rating (SEER) and heating seasonal performance factor than standard models, which makes them about 8% more efficient than standard new models and 20% more efficient than what you may have in your home currently.

Replacing old heating and cooling equipment (13 SEER or lower) with an ENERGY STAR qualified heat pump can cut annual energy bills by nearly $200. By installing an ENERGY STAR high efficiency heat pump in a newly constructed home, contractors are providing the homeowner with a source of lower electric use and increased comfort.

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Rebates
Tier 1- air source heat pump 15 SEER rating- $200 each unit (limit two units)

Tier 2- air source heat pump 16 SEER rating or greater- $200 each unit (limit two units)

Geothermal- $300 each unit (limit two units)

System Requirements:

• Send completed application and Certificate of Product Rating to South River EMC.
• When replacing an existing unit, the old unit must not have an efficiency ratio (SEER) greater than 13.
• Geothermal units must be a minimum EER of 19 and existing equipment can not be greater than EER of 17.
• Must install a programmable thermostat.
• System must be installed by a NC licensed heating and cooling contractor.

Restrictions:

• Applications will not be considered if a Certificate of Product Rating is not provided.
• Rebates are subject to change without notice.
• All rebates are subject to approval and are contingent upon fund availability.
** If member qualifies for an ENERGY STAR New Home rebate and the heat pump is part of the calculated HERS rating energy savings calculations, the member does not qualify for an additional rebate.

How to apply:
• Decide which system works best for your home.
• Contact a qualified installer.
• Complete installation.
• Download an application here.

Eligibility:

• You must receive electric service from South River EMC in the home where heat pump is installed.
• The unit must have been newly installed in the 90 days preceding the application for rebate.
• System must be checked for compliance by an authorized South River EMC employee before a rebate is issued.