Do I Qualify
- The published design covers qualified project costs fully below the lower income limit and partially in the moderate-income band.
- Replacing an existing heat pump with another heat pump is not the qualifying first-purchase or non-electric replacement described in the overview.
- A participating contractor must complete the required assessment and deduct the rebate from the customer invoice.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Electric heat pump for space conditioning | ENERGY STAR; non-electric heating replacement or first heat pump providing primary heating and cooling. | $8,000 per dwelling unit |
Who Files It
Under the published design, the participating contractor submits paperwork and receives reimbursement after discounting the homeowner's invoice.
The money is paid to the contractor.
The Steps to Apply
- Wait for DNREC's launch instructions before relying on this rebate. DNREC program status.
- Ask DNREC to confirm current eligibility and application requirements when the program opens.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Delaware DNREC page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.