Which California heat pump rebates are available?

Yes. California heat pump rebate — SMUD: “SMUD offers up to $3,000 in rebates on energy-efficient heat pump heating and cooling systems installed by a qualifying contractor.” Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) SMUD, read October 28, 2026. IRS: “You can claim the credit for improvements made through December 31, 2025.” Internal Revenue Service (IRS) IRS, read October 17, 2026.

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At a glance

15.2 SEER2LADWP minimum seasonal ratingLos Angeles Department of Water and Power, read November 6, 2026
4 dwelling units or fewerSVCE multifamily building limitSilicon Valley Clean Energy, read November 6, 2026
12 monthsLADWP application window from purchaseLos Angeles Department of Water and Power, read November 6, 2026

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Programs, amounts and status

Heat Pump Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HP HVAC) System	“CRP Rebate up to $2,500 per ton” Status: open (source read 6 November 2026). “Customers have two options for submitting their application: online or by mail.” Pays for: “Heat Pump Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HP HVAC) System”. Who it is for, in the agency's words: “You must be an LADWP residential customer with active electric meter service.” How to apply: ladwp.comLos Angeles Department of Water and Power, read 6 November 2026
Home Rebates	“Appliance Rebate Rebate for Income-Qualified Customers Heat Pump Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system (HP HVAC) Replacing gas furnace $2,000 $3,000 Replacing electric resistance heater $500 $1,500” Status: open (source read 6 November 2026). “To begin, please select the rebate application below. Make sure to review the Income Qualifications to know if you are eligible for extra rebates.” Pays for: “Heat Pump Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning system (HP HVAC)”. Who it is for, in the agency's words: “SVCE rebates are available for single-family homes, mobile or manufactured homes, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and multi-family homes (4 dwelling units or fewer) swapping out existing equipment, not for completely new building construction. Each dwelling unit is eligible for one rebate per appliance type. See the Participant Agreement for more details and the Appliance Specifications to confirm your project is eligible.” How to apply: svcleanenergy.orgSilicon Valley Clean Energy, read 6 November 2026
HVAC replacement (heat pump)	“SMUD offers up to $3,000 in rebates on energy-efficient heat pump heating and cooling systems installed by a qualifying contractor.” Status: open (source read 28 October 2026). “Your contractor will provide the rebate application for your signature and submit the rebate for you.” Pays for: “HVAC replacement (heat pump)”. Who it is for, in the agency's words: “Must have a qualifying two-stage (15.2 SEER2 minimum) or variable-stage heat pump HVAC system installed by a participating contractor in the SMUD Contractor Network.” How to apply: smud.orgSacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD), read 28 October 2026

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Federal tax credit status, in the IRS's words

“As of February 24, 2026, HEEHRA rebates for single-family home retrofits are fully reserved statewide.” California Energy Commission (CEC)

“HOMES rebates are not yet available.” California Energy Commission (CEC)

California heat pump rebate eligibility?

LADWP requires residential electric meter service for its heat pump rebate. Applications follow purchase and installation, and the program requires submission within 12 months of purchase. SVCE covers existing-equipment replacements in eligible homes, including buildings with four or fewer dwelling units. Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

Sources: Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, read 6 November 2026; Silicon Valley Clean Energy, read 6 November 2026.

For a heat pump replacement, describe the existing equipment in an InstaBids request.

California heat pump rebate program?

California’s CEC reports that single-family HEEHRA heat pump rebates are fully reserved statewide as of February 24, 2026. HOMES rebates are not yet available in the captured CEC guidance. Separate utility programs have their own application routes and equipment rules. California Energy Commission (CEC)

Sources: California Energy Commission (CEC), read 17 October 2026; California Energy Commission (CEC), read 17 October 2026.

Use InstaBids to ask for written heat pump bids that identify the equipment and project scope.

California heat pump tax credit?

The IRS limits the energy efficient home improvement credit to improvements made through December 31, 2025. A California heat pump installation in 2026 therefore falls outside that credit period. The IRS directs earlier eligible installations to Form 5695, Part II. Internal Revenue Service (IRS)

Source: Internal Revenue Service (IRS), read 17 October 2026.

An InstaBids heat pump request can describe the installation work and the documents requested in each written bid.

California HVAC heat pump rebate?

LADWP’s heat pump HVAC program includes central, split, mini-split and multi-split systems. The source lists a minimum 7.7 HSPF2 and 15.2 SEER2 rating, excludes packaged terminal heat pumps, and asks for an itemized invoice and matching AHRI product documentation. Los Angeles Department of Water and Power

Source: Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, read 6 November 2026.

For ducted or ductless heat pump work, compare equipment details in the written bids received through InstaBids.

California electric heat pump rebate?

SMUD requires a qualifying two-stage heat pump with a 15.2 SEER2 minimum or a variable-stage system, installed through its contractor network. The contractor provides the application for the customer’s signature and submits it after the heat pump installation. Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)

Source: Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD), read 28 October 2026.

Post the heat pump scope on InstaBids and ask each bid to identify the proposed model.

California heat pump rebate 2026?

SVCE’s Home Rebates guidance generally asks for an application before appliance installation. The California utility covers replacement equipment in single-family homes, mobile homes, ADUs and smaller multifamily buildings. After installation, SVCE asks for equipment photos and project documentation, including itemized circuit details when applicable. Silicon Valley Clean Energy

Source: Silicon Valley Clean Energy, read 6 November 2026.

An InstaBids request can ask contractors to list the heat pump paperwork as a separate part of the written scope.

Before you apply

“PAID Itemized Invoice with Make/Model & Matching AHRI* Certificate Reference Number”
“AHRI Certificate of product rating with matching system components”
“After completing your appliance upgrade and receiving your permit approval, You will be asked to provide photos of your newly installed equipment and proof of project costs, including itemized descriptions and costs for each wired circuit, if applicable. You may also need to submit permit document(s) and proof of gas meter removal.”
“Your contractor will provide the rebate application for your signature and submit the rebate for you.”

Sources read:

Los Angeles Department of Water and Power: https://www.ladwp.com/residential-services/assistance-programs/consumer-rebate-program, read 6 November 2026.
Silicon Valley Clean Energy: https://www.svcleanenergy.org/home-rebates/, read 6 November 2026.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD): https://www.smud.org/Rebates-and-Savings-Tips/Rebates-for-My-Home/Heating-and-Cooling-Rebates, read 28 October 2026.
California Energy Commission (CEC): https://www.energy.ca.gov/programs-and-topics/programs/inflation-reduction-act-residential-energy-rebate-programs, read 17 October 2026.
California Energy Commission (CEC): https://www.energy.ca.gov/programs-and-topics/programs/inflation-reduction-act-residential-energy-rebate-programs, read 17 October 2026.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS): https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/energy-efficient-home-improvement-credit, read 17 October 2026.