In search of tax credits & rebates you can apply to a new heating & cooling system? We have you covered. Find your utility company from the ones provided below and click the company name to expand and show details. Avista, Inland Power, Modern Electric, and Kootenai Electric are the major providers in the Spokane & Coeur d’Alene area.
You may be required to download and fill out forms to utilize the tax credits / rebates. Be sure to read carefully. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us.
Tax Credits & Rebates:
Avista: Rebates Page
These rebates are good as of April 5th, 2019. Rebates/Tax Credits are subject to change. Please refer to Avista’s website before making a final purchase.
Also, a nice little tool to check out is Avista’s Fuel Cost Comparison Calculator. You can plug in your home size, state of residence, energy efficiency, preferred thermostat setting, etc. and the tool calculates out how much money you can save annually by switching to natural gas.
| To apply for the following rebates, download this form: Washington Residential Rebates Or apply on Avista’s website. | ||
| Weatherization | Incentive | Eligibility and Guidelines |
| Windows | $3.00/sf | More information |
| Storm Windows | $2.00/sf | More information |
| High Efficiency Equipment | Incentive | Eligibility and Guidelines |
| Natural Gas Furnace/Boiler | $300 | More information |
| Variable Speed Motor | $80 | More information |
| Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater (.82 or greater) | $215 | More information |
| Heat Pump Water Heater (0-54 gal of 1.8 EF or greater) | $215 | More information |
| Natural Gas Water Heater | $60 | More information |
| Smart Thermostat (Contractor Install) | $75 | More Information |
| Smart Thermostat (Self Install) | $60 | More Information |
| Heat Conversion Rebates | Incentive | Eligibility and Guidelines |
| Electric to Ductless Heat Pump (9.0 HSPF or greater) | $500 | More information |
| Electric to Central Ducted Heat Pump | $700 | More information |
| Electric to Natural Gas Furnace | $1,200 | More information |
| Electric to natural gas furnace and water heat combo | $1,700 | More information |
| Other rebate programs: | ||
| ENERGY STAR® Homes Incentive | Available for new construction homes using Avista electric or Avista electric and natural gas that meet the ENERGY STAR Homes criteria and are verified as an ENERGY STAR Home. | |
| Avista LEAP Program (Natural Gas) | If you’re a Washington homeowner converting to natural gas, Avista has a program that may help you pay for the cost of purchasing and installing new natural gas equipment — no matter what fuel you’re currently using to heat your home. You don’t even have to be an Avista customer. See additional available rebates here (PDF). | |
| To apply for commercial rebates: For more information on what is offered for commercial rebates, visit the following links. Washington Commercial Rebate Details. Idaho Commercial Rebate Details. |
Kootenai Electric: Rebates Page
These rebates are good as of April 5th, 2019. Rebates/Tax Credits are subject to change. Please refer to Kootenai Electric’s website before making a final purchase.
Residential Heating and Cooling Rebates:
To qualify, you must be a current KEC member. Other conditions may apply. See rebate forms for details. Complete the form and return to KEC with all required paperwork. Requests must be received within 90 days of purchase. Please allow four weeks for processing. These programs are subject to change without notice. For more information please call (208) 765-1200 or email rebates@kec.com.
Commercial Heating & Cooling Rebates:
Incentive of $100 per ton for heat pump upgrades to premium efficiency heat pumps and $250 per ton for the conversion of electric resistance heating systems. The incentive is available for commercial buildings that are 50,000 square feet or less.
Commercial Ductless Heat Pumps:
Incentive of $250 per ton of installed outdoor unit heating capacity for each Ductless Heat Pump unit.
To qualify for the incentive the Ductless unit must be replacing electric resistance heat. The Incentive is available for small commercial applications up to 20,000 square feet.
Modern Electric Water Company: Rebates Page
These rebates are good as of April 5th, 2019. Rebates/Tax Credits are subject to change. Please refer to Modern Electric’s website before making a final purchase.
Find out additional rebate information here.
Residential Heating and Cooling Rebates:
Download Form (HVAC with PTCS)
Download Form (Ductless Heat Pump)
Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate:
Download Form
Commercial Ductless Heat Pump Rebate:
Download Form
Inland Power & Light Company: Rebates Page
These rebates are good as of April 5th, 2019. Rebates/Tax Credits are subject to change. Please refer to Inland Power’s website before making a final purchase.
Residential Heating and Cooling Rebates:
-Basic Ducted Heat Pump (HSPF 8.2/SEER 14): $300
-High Efficiency/Variable Speed Ducted Heat Pump (HSPF 9+/SEER14+):
-New Construction/Replacement/Upgrade: $500
-Adding to Electric Forced Air Furnace: $1,000
-Ground Source Heat Pump: $2,500
-Ductless Heat Pump replacing zonal heat: $800
-Ductless Heat Pump replacing an electric forced air furnace: $1,000
Residential Heat Pump Water Heater Rebates:
– 50-75 gallons: $300
– 75+ gallons: $500
Residential New Construction (EnergyStar) Rebates:
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