Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customers, West Virginia · Rebate
Home Performance Program (Appalachian Power West Virginia)
Run by Appalachian Power (TakeCharge West Virginia)
Free home energy assessment with direct-install items for Appalachian Power customers in West Virginia, plus contractor rebates on attic insulation, air sealing, duct sealing, heat pumps and mini-splits for electrically heated homes, with up to 25% more for income-qualified households.
Amounts
How much you get
The assessment is free. The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| Attic insulation | N/A |
| Air sealing | N/A |
| Duct sealing (existing HVAC only) | N/A |
| 19 SEERDuctless mini-split | N/A |
| 17 SEER (ducted, non-ducted or with desuperheater)Heat pump | N/A |
| Per thermostatSmart thermostat (ENERGY STAR) | $50 |
| Heat pump or central AC tune-up | $50 |
| Per motorHigh-efficiency furnace fan motor | $75 |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 5 of these.
West Virginia single-family homeowners, or multifamily buildings of up to 6 units, served by Appalachian Power.
Single-family homes and multifamily buildings of up to 6 units.
To get the improvement rebates, the home must be heated with electricity.
Improvements must be done, and the rebate submitted, by an Appalachian Power approved contractor.
What to doFind a qualified contractor through TakeCharge WV. Get a quote from a contractor
Income-qualified households can get up to 25% more in rebates; income verification may be required.
What to doAsk your energy advisor whether you qualify for the income-based bonus.
Equipment
What equipment counts
The program sets these minimums for heat pumps and furnaces, ac and thermostats.
- Heat pumps
17 SEER and ENERGY STAR certified.
- Heat pumps
Ductless mini-split, 19 SEER.
- Thermostats
Must meet ENERGY STAR requirements.
Applying
How to apply
Your contractor applies for you.
- Schedule your free home energy assessment.
An energy advisor tours the home, scores it 0 to 10 and may install items such as pipe wrap, aerators, low-flow shower heads and door sweeps.
- Hire an approved contractor for the recommended upgrades.
- The contractor submits the rebate.
Stacking
Use it with
You can get these too.
Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customers, West Virginia
ENERGY STAR Appliance Rebates (Appalachian Power West Virginia)
Up to $700 back
Mail-in or online rebates of $25 to $700 for Appalachian Power customers in West Virginia on heat pump water heaters ($400), central AC ($700), mini-split heat pumps ($300), smart thermostats, washers and other ENERGY STAR products, plus $5 per unit of DIY insulation.
Checked Oct 25, 2026
Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customers, West Virginia
Bring Your Own Thermostat (BYOT) Program (Appalachian Power West Virginia)
Up to $50
Appalachian Power customers in West Virginia with a smart thermostat and central AC get a $50 e-gift card for enrolling, plus up to $25 each summer, for letting the utility nudge the AC a few degrees on a few peak days.
Checked Oct 25, 2026
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
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Home Performance Program (Appalachian Power West Virginia) pay?
$50 to $75, depending on what you install. The table under How much you get lists each amount.
Do I need to be a Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customer?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Appalachian Power (AEP) West Virginia customers, West Virginia. See Do I qualify for the details.
Is there an income limit?
Income-qualified households can get up to 25% more in rebates; income verification may be required. Ask your energy advisor whether you qualify for the income-based bonus.
Do I have to use a contractor?
Yes. Improvements must be done, and the rebate submitted, by an Appalachian Power approved contractor.
Can I combine it with other rebates?
Yes, with ENERGY STAR Appliance Rebates (Appalachian Power West Virginia) and Bring Your Own Thermostat (BYOT) Program (Appalachian Power West Virginia). See Use it with.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 25, 2026.
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