Parts of California · Rebate
EcoHome Rebate (San José Clean Energy)
Run by San José Clean Energy (SJCE)
San José Clean Energy customers get $1,500 for a heat pump HVAC system and $3,000 for a heat pump water heater (through Oct. 31, 2026) replacing gas, plus add-ons; income-qualified Environmental Justice Community households get more. Reserve before installing.
Amounts
How much you get
Standard / Environmental Justice Community amounts: heat pump HVAC replacing gas $1,500 / $2,500; heat pump water heater replacing gas $2,500 / $3,500, raised to $3,000 / $4,000 by a $500 bonus Sept 1–Oct 31, 2026. The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| Heat pump HVAC (gas replacement) | $1,500 |
| Heat pump HVAC (Environmental Justice Community) | $2,500 |
| BaseHeat pump water heater (gas replacement) | $2,500 |
| Heat pump water heater with Sept 1–Oct 31 bonus | $3,000 |
| BaseHeat pump water heater (Environmental Justice Community) | $3,500 |
| Heat pump water heater (Environmental Justice Community) with bonus | $4,000 |
| Electric service panel upgrade | $1,000 |
| Electric service panel upgrade (Environmental Justice Community) | $2,000 |
| Per sq ft (up to $700; $1,000 EJC)Attic insulation | $0.75 |
| Dryer or cooking), eachCircuit prewiring (EV | $500 |
| EachCircuit prewiring (Environmental Justice Community) | $750 |
| Circuit pauser/splitter device | $250 |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 5 of these.
Current San José Clean Energy customer; the primary PG&E account holder must apply.
What to doIf you opted out, rejoin SJCE service before applying.
Single-family, mobile or manufactured homes, ADUs and multifamily homes (up to 5 dwelling units per complex); new builds don't qualify.
Reserve the rebate and get approval before installation begins; the heat pump must replace a gas appliance, which is removed and capped. Emergency replacements need email confirmation first.
What to doSubmit a rebate application with a photo of the existing equipment and wait for approval (2–4 business days) before work starts.
Higher Environmental Justice Community amounts for income-qualified residents of mapped EJ areas, or anyone enrolled in CARE, FERA, SJ CARES or another income-based assistance program.
What to doEnroll in CARE or FERA, or check the EJ map and income qualifications.
Any contractor without labor violations in the last three years, or self-installation; final permit required.
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
You apply online. Reserve before installation; reservations last 120 days. The $500 water heater bonus covers Sept 1–Oct 31, 2026. Get approved before you buy anything.
- Reserve your rebate.
Submit the Rebate Application with a photo of your existing equipment; approval email in 2–4 business days; funds held 120 days.
- Install the new equipment.
Your contractor or yourself; get the final permit.
- Submit the Rebate Claim.
Itemized final invoice, proof of final permit and photos of the new equipment.
- Choose payment.
PayPal, Venmo or a mailed check.
Photo of existing equipment
Itemized final invoice (parts and labor)
Proof of final permit
Photos of new equipment
Questions about applying1-844-933-6662 or SJCEPrograms@SMUD.org
Stacking
Use it with
Can be combined with SJCE's EcoHome Payment Plan (separate application); rebates reduce the financed amount.
Parts of California
EcoHome Payment Plan (San José Clean Energy)
Up to $5,000
San José Clean Energy customers can finance up to $5,000 at 0% interest, no money down and no credit check, repaid over 2, 3 or 5 years on their electric bill, for heat pumps, solar-paired batteries and related electrical work.
Checked Oct 27, 2026
Your address
Next steps
Check that it covers your address. This program has to approve you before you buy anything, so start with the program, not a contractor quote.
Is it available at your address?
Before anything else
Submit a rebate application with a photo of the existing equipment and wait for approval (2–4 business days) before work starts.
Your quote request is in If a contractor we work with serves your ZIP, they can contact you. We take one request per person; contact us to change it.
Get an email if this program changes
We'll write if its amount, status or deadline changes. Nothing else.
FAQ
Questions
How much does EcoHome Rebate (San José Clean Energy) pay?
$0.75 to $4,000, depending on what you install. The table under How much you get lists each amount.
Does it matter where I live?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Parts of California. See Do I qualify for the details.
Is there an income limit?
Higher Environmental Justice Community amounts for income-qualified residents of mapped EJ areas, or anyone enrolled in CARE, FERA, SJ CARES or another income-based assistance program. Enroll in CARE or FERA, or check the EJ map and income qualifications.
Do I have to use a contractor?
Yes. Any contractor without labor violations in the last three years, or self-installation; final permit required.
Do I need approval before I buy?
Yes. Apply before you buy or install anything; purchases made first don’t qualify. Reserve the rebate and get approval before installation begins; the heat pump must replace a gas appliance, which is removed and capped. Emergency replacements need email confirmation first. Submit a rebate application with a photo of the existing equipment and wait for approval (2–4 business days) before work starts.
What’s the deadline?
No fixed deadline. Apply any time while it’s open.
Can I combine it with other rebates?
Yes, with EcoHome Payment Plan (San José Clean Energy). See Use it with.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 27, 2026.
Can I install the equipment myself?
Yes. Self-installed appliances qualify, with proof of permitting.
Can I buy a used or refurbished appliance?
No. All appliances must be purchased new.
Can the rebate check go to my contractor?
Yes, if the contractor's information is included with your Rebate Claim.
Can renters apply?
Yes. Renters can apply with the property owner's signed approval (Property Owner Attestation of Approval).
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