SMECO customers, Maryland · Bill credit
FlexHome Water Heater Pilot (SMECO)
Run by SMECO (Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative), EmPOWER Maryland
Bill credits up to $96 a year for enrolling a Wi-Fi water heater in demand response, plus up to $800 for enrolling a new one bought through HEIP. The pilot ends at the end of 2026.
Amounts
How much you get
Up to $8/month ($96/year) in bill credits; up to $800 enrollment bonus for a new Wi-Fi water heater installed through HEIP, on top of a rebate of at least $1,600 (up to 75% of unit cost).
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 2 of these.
Residential SMECO member.
An eligible Wi-Fi-connected water heater.
What to doBuy an eligible model through the Home Energy Improvement Program.
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
You apply online.
- Enroll your eligible Wi-Fi water heater.
Questions about applying877-818-4094 or SMECOFlexHome@icf.com
Stacking
Use it with
Your address
Next steps
Check that it covers your address. Then, if you want, ask for a contractor quote.
Is it available at your address?
Before anything else
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.
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FAQ
Questions
How much does FlexHome Water Heater Pilot (SMECO) pay?
Up to $8/month ($96/year) in bill credits; up to $800 enrollment bonus for a new Wi-Fi water heater installed through HEIP, on top of a rebate of at least $1,600 (up to 75% of unit cost).
Do I need to be a SMECO customer?
Yes. It’s only for homes in SMECO customers, Maryland. See Do I qualify for the details.
What’s the deadline?
Apply by December 31, 2026.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 19, 2026.
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