Residential HVAC Rebates

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A ductless heat pump outdoor unit. Photo by Lincoln Barbour, courtesy of NEEA.
Photo of a man installing a ductless heat pump head

It pays to save energy with Benton REA's rebate programs! We want to help you achieve energy efficiency and comfort in your home. Contact our member services department when planning purchases that will upgrade your efficiency. (509) 786-2913

Heat Pumps

Benton REA’s heat pump program offers members an incentive to upgrade their electric heating system.

Rebates vary based on your current heat source and type of heat pump you will be upgrading to. We recommend calling our member services department at 509-786-2913 before purchasing or installing a heat pump to find out if you qualify for this program.

Current Heat Source New Heat Source Rebate Amount
Older Heat Pump Variable Speed Air Source Heat Pump $200
Electric Furnace High-Efficiency Air Source Heat Pump $1000
Electric Furnace Variable Speed Air Source Heat Pump $1200

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Ductless Heat Pumps

A Ductless Heat Pump System is a cost-effective and efficient heating and cooling system for smaller homes. It is ideal if you are currently heating your home with baseboard or wall heaters. You can switch to a much more efficient Ductless Heat Pump system, without having to install ductwork throughout your home. Because the Ductless Heat Pump both heats and cools, it also replaces the need for window air conditioners.

Ductless heating and cooling systems give you more control over your home’s heating and air conditioning, meaning you’ll be comfortable all year long.

Current Heating System Rebate
Baseboard or Wall Heaters $800
Electric Furnace $800

 

Smart Thermostat Rebates

We offer a $140 rebate for the smart thermostat models listed below. Thermostats can be contractor installed or self-installed.

Model        Rebate
ecobee: ecobee 3, ecobee 4, ecobee Smart Thermostat with Voice Control(ecobee 5), Smart Thermostat Premium (ecobee 6), Smart Thermostat Enhanced        $140 for all models

Nest: Nest Learning Thermostat, Nest Thermostat E and Nest Thermostat
Honeywell: T9 Smart Thermostat, T10 Pro Smart Thermostat

 

Duct Testing and Sealing

Duct sealing is well worth the investment and will improve the efficiency of your home. Home duct testing and sealing can be done anytime, not just at the time a system is installed.

Duct Testing and Sealing Rebate Rebate
Stick Built Home $250
Manufactured $200