Do I Qualify
- The published design covers households below 150% of area median income.
- The design covers all qualified costs below 80% of area median income and half of qualified costs between 80% and 150%, subject to the equipment maximum.
- Replacing an existing electric heat pump with another heat pump does not meet the published first-purchase rule.
- A participating contractor must assess the home before heat-pump installation. The overview provides no retroactive HEAR rebate.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heat pump, including ductless mini-split | ENERGY STAR; replace non-electric heating or install the home's first heat pump as its primary heating and cooling system | $8,000 per dwelling unit |
Who Files It
The published design has the contractor submit paperwork and receive reimbursement after discounting the homeowner's invoice.
The money is paid to the contractor.
The Steps to Apply
- Wait for DNREC to announce that applications are open. Program status.
- Confirm current eligibility and installation rules with DNREC before buying equipment.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the DNREC page. The chart was printed October 16, 2024. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.