Federal · WA State · Utility · 7 programs
The federal, Washington state, and Pacific Northwest utility programs you may stack on a heat-pump, EV-charger, or insulation project. Each entry deep-links to the program's authoritative page where current dollar amounts and eligibility live. For a rough estimate across all of them combined, use the calculator on the home page.
Federal programs
U.S. Internal Revenue Service
Who qualifies: Homeowners filing federal income tax. Credit is non-refundable — only reduces tax owed, doesn't generate refund beyond your liability.
Key note: Annual cap is $1,200 most categories, $2,000 for heat pumps / HPWH / biomass. Resets each tax year — strategic to split projects across calendar years.
U.S. Department of Energy (administered by states)
Who qualifies: Income-qualified households (under 150% Area Median Income). Up to $14,000 in rebates per household. Point-of-sale discount — taken at install, not at tax time.
Key note: Each state administers HEEHRA differently. WA's implementation launched 2025; check status before assuming current availability — funding can run out per program-year.
WA State programs
Washington State Department of Commerce
Who qualifies: Varies by program track. Commerce CETA funds flow to weatherization assistance partners — apply via your local community action agency, not Commerce directly.
Key note: Most WA homeowners interact with CETA-funded benefits through PSE / Tacoma Power / SnoPUD utility incentive programs rather than directly with Commerce. Check your utility first.
Utility programs
Puget Sound Energy
Who qualifies: PSE electric and/or natural gas customers. Some programs require pre-approval before install; others are mail-in rebate after install.
Key note: PSE separates electric and gas incentives. If converting from gas to heat pump, you may unlock both gas-side (decommission) and electric-side (install) rebates. Check the contractor finder for PSE Trade Allies.
Tacoma Public Utilities
Who qualifies: Tacoma Power electric customers (city of Tacoma + portions of Pierce / King / Mason / Pierce). Pre-approval required for some programs; rebate paid after install verification.
Key note: Some Tacoma Power rebates have income tiers — moderate-income homeowners get higher rebate amounts. Cross-check with HEEHRA stacking eligibility.
Snohomish County PUD
Who qualifies: Snohomish County PUD electric customers. Trade Ally contractor program — confirm your installer is enrolled before signing to avoid rebate-eligibility surprises.
Key note: SnoPUD's PowerHaul Heat Pump program has specific equipment-tier requirements (HSPF / SEER thresholds). Match your spec sheet to the program tier before purchase.
Seattle City Light
Who qualifies: Seattle City Light electric customers (Seattle, Burien, Lake Forest Park, Shoreline, Tukwila, SeaTac, parts of unincorporated King County).
Key note: Seattle's Building Performance Standards and electrification mandates can stack with SCL rebates for some property types. Check both program tracks before scoping.
Stacking notes
Federal 25C and HEEHRA generally don't stack on the same piece of equipment — you pick the more favorable one. 25C is a tax credit; HEEHRA is an upfront discount. Below ~150% AMI, HEEHRA usually wins for heat pumps and HPWH. Above that, 25C is the path.
Federal and utility programs DO stack for most categories. A heat pump install can pick up 25C (federal) + PSE rebate (utility) + WA sales-tax exemption simultaneously.
Trade Ally / Network contractor matters. Utility programs commonly require your installer be enrolled in the utility's contractor network. Confirm before signing — switching contractors mid-project to access rebates is messy.
Program funding can run out. Especially HEEHRA and utility programs with annual budgets. The rebate that looked confirmed in January can be exhausted by October. Get pre-approval letters in writing before purchasing.
Disclaimer
Rebate programs change frequently — eligibility, dollar amounts, equipment-tier requirements, and funding availability. The information on this page is current as of 2026 but should be verified against each program's official page before you make a purchasing decision. We don't file rebates on your behalf; contact your installer or the program administrator for application support. This is not legal or tax advice.
Next step
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