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Residential Heating & Cooling Rebate: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. Programs are subject to change or termination without prior notice.
Serves: Portions of Stanislaus, Merced, Tuolumne, and Mariposa counties; Turlock, Ceres, Hughson, Patterson, parts of Modesto, Ballico, Diablo Grande, Delhi, Denair, Hickman, Hilmar, Keyes, and La Grange.
Do I Qualify
- Install and operate the equipment in a residence in TID's service area.
- Provide purchase receipts and the required AHRI or ENERGY STAR documentation.
- Household limits apply to each equipment type.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| High efficiency central A/C | Packaged: 15 SEER or higher. Split system: 15 SEER2 or higher. | $500 per unit |
| Central heat pump | Packaged: 15 SEER or higher. Split system: 15 SEER2 or higher. | $1,000 per unit |
| Ductless mini split A/C or heat pump | A/C: ENERGY STAR certified. Heat pump: 15 SEER or greater. | $350 per ton |
| ENERGY STAR smart thermostat | New unit must be ENERGY STAR certified. | $50 per unit |
Who Files It
The TID customer signs and submits the application. The form allows the customer to name a different rebate payee.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Confirm equipment eligibility with TID before purchase.
- Install the equipment and retain the receipt and required certificates.
- Apply online or submit the application within six months of purchase. Apply for residential rebates.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the TID Water & Power page. The chart was printed 1/1/26. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.