Available On or After
February 1, 2025

Tech Clean California Rebate

Up to $8,000

Rebate Details

Required Documents

  • Proof of purchase (itemized invoice or receipt).
  • Installation photos of the heat pump water heater or HVAC system.
  • Copy of permit pulled for the installation.
  • Contractor license and installation verification (if applicable).
  • Income verification (for HEEHRA rebates).
  • Utility account information for eligibility confirmation.
  • Eligibility Requirements

    • Must replace an existing gas, propane, or electric water heater with a qualifying heat pump water heater.
    • Must be a residential customer (single family or multifamily).
    • For single-family incentives, must live in a participating investor-owned utility service area (e.g., SMUD, PG&E, SCE).
    • For income-based HEEHRA rebates, total household income must be ≤150% of Area Median Income (AMI).
    • Participation in a Time-of-Use (TOU) rate plan may be required.
    • Enrollment in a demand response or water heater rewards program may be required (for certain areas).
    • Central and unitary system incentives apply to multifamily properties only.

    Installation Requirements

  • Must be installed by a qualified contractor.
  • Must be installed within the service area of a participating utility provider.
  • Must replace an existing, non-heat pump system (e.g., gas or electric resistance water heater).
  • Must meet minimum efficiency and safety standards set by the program.
  • Installation must be permitted and pass inspection (where applicable).
  • For multifamily projects, system must serve eligible residential units.
  • Limitations

    • Incentives are limited and subject to funding availability.
    • Single-family HVAC incentives are currently fully reserved.
    • HEEHRA rebates are paused due to a federal funding hold (as of Feb 26, 2025).
    • Cannot be combined with other overlapping state or utility rebates unless stated.
    • Incentives may vary based on geographic location and utility provider.
    • One incentive per qualifying installation unless otherwise specified.