Heat Pump Conversion

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Considering Making the Switch to a Heat Pump?

Air source heat pumps are an energy-efficient way to heat and cool your home—using about 40-55% less energy per year compared to electric furnaces and baseboard heaters. 

Chelan PUD offers rebates to help you save now—and in the long run—when you install a ducted or ductless (mini-split) heat pump.

 

 

Who is Eligible?

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Rebates available for Chelan PUD customers converting to a heat pump (if you don’t already have one). 

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Home must be primarily heated with electric, permanently-installed heat. Garages don’t qualify. 

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Applies to owners of site-built homes (up to 4 units), manufactured homes, and multi-family. No new construction. 

 

Heat Pump Rebates

Amounts valid for applications received by March 31, 2026.

Ducted Heat Pump

You have centrally-ducted living spaces and want to make the switch from an electric resistance furnace to an eligible heat pump.

Rebate: 

  • Variable Speed: $4,000 cash back
  • Standard: $3,500 cash back

Details:

  • Project pre-approval is required. 
  • Limited to one* rebate per dwelling unit. *Homes with heated floor area greater than 4,500 sq ft or with two separate duct systems may claim up to two heat pump rebates when two qualifying systems are installed.

    Ductless Mini-Split

    You have zonal heating such as baseboard heaters, wall heaters, forced air furnace, radiant heat, ceiling cable, plug-in, or an electric boiler/water heater attached to a zoned hydronic floor heating system. 

    Rebate: 

    • Manufactured home: $2,500 cash back
    • Single-family home: $2,000 cash back
    • Multi-family home (5+ units): $1,500 cash back

    Details:

    • No pre-approval necessary.
    • Limited to one rebate per dwelling unit.

      Rebate Details

      • Work must be done by a licensed, certified HVAC contractor. Find a local contractor.
      • New equipment must have a minimum efficiency rating of 7.6 HSPF2 and 13.2 SEER2.
      • Rebate applications must be submitted within 12 months of job completion.
      • Amounts valid for applications received by March 31, 2026. Rebates can't exceed total project cost.

       

      Application Checklist

      Either you (the PUD customer) or your contractor can submit the application for a rebate. Work with your HVAC contractor to gather the items on the application checklist before starting the rebate application.

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      Final Invoice

      Contractor invoice with the total project cost (new equipment, labor, and materials) prior to any rebates.

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      AHRI Certificates

      Any AHRI certificate(s) that came with the new equipment. These provide the efficiency ratings information we need.

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      Additional Documentation for Ducted Heat Pumps

      If you're having a ducted heat pump system installed, your contractor will also need to provide the following information in addition to the requirements listed above. 

      1. Pre-approval must be submitted by the HVAC contractor prior to installation.
      2. Commissioning worksheet (per unit): Completed by the HVAC contractor during installation.
      3. Sizing and balance sheet
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      Apply Online

      Fill out the application and submit it online using either the customer application or contractor application forms.

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      Contractor Application

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      Print & Mail

      Fill out a Heat Pump Application or Ductless Heat Pump Application and mail it to the PUD for processing. 

      Heat Pump Application

      Ductless Heat Pump Application

      Chelan County PUD
      PO Box 1231
      Wenatchee, WA 98807-1231

       

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      Process Overview

      1. Choose Contractor

      Find a certified local HVAC contractor. We recommend getting multiple bids to find the right fit for you.

      2. Pre-Approval

      If you're installing a ducted heat pump system, your contractor will need to submit a pre-approval form.

      3. Install New Equipment

      Your contractor installs the eligible heat pump equipment.

      4. Gather Application Materials

      Collect the required documents and photos in the heat pump rebate application checklist.

      5. Apply & Inspection

      You or your contractor submits the rebate application. We'll review it and may inspect the installation.

      6. Get Your Rebate

      If approved, you'll receive a rebate check by mail 6-8 weeks after applying.

       

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      30% Tax Credit

      In addition to Chelan PUD rebates, homeowners may qualify for a federal tax credit of 30% of project costs up to a maximum of $2,000. Before purchasing your heat pump, verify eligibility at the EnergyStar website.

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      EnergySmart Financing

      Yes! This project qualifies for low-rate EnergySmart financing.

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      Questions?

      We're here to help! Talk to a Chelan PUD energy advisor with the Customer Energy Solutions team.

      Call (509) 661-8008 or send an email.