Do I Qualify
- Own an eligible existing home served by Idaho Power.
- Use a participating contractor for air-source, open-loop water-source and ductless heat pumps.
- Use a licensed HVAC contractor for central AC and ground-source heat pumps.
- Install new equipment and submit the required paperwork within 90 days.
- Consider the incentive before purchasing; incentives are not retroactive.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ducted air-source heat pump | 8.5 HSPF or 7.2 HSPF2. Replace electric resistance heat or an oil or propane furnace. | $800 per system |
| Ducted open-loop water-source heat pump | Minimum 3.5 COP. Replace an air-source heat pump. | $500 per system |
| Ducted open-loop water-source heat pump | Minimum 3.5 COP. Replace electric resistance heat or an oil or propane furnace. | $1,000 per system |
| Ducted ground-source heat pump | Minimum 3.5 COP. Replace an air-source heat pump. | $1,000 per system |
| Ducted ground-source heat pump | Minimum 3.5 COP. Replace electric resistance heat or an oil or propane furnace. | $3,000 per system |
| Ducted central air conditioner | Minimum 15 SEER/14.2 SEER2 but less than 17 SEER/16.3 SEER2; minimum 12 EER/11.5 EER2. | $100 per system |
| Ducted central air conditioner | Minimum 17 SEER/16.3 SEER2 and minimum 13 EER/12.5 EER2. | $250 per system |
| Ductless heat pump | 9 HSPF/7.6 HSPF2. Existing baseboards, ceiling cable or wall units must provide primary heat in the living room or great room. | $400 per home |
| Smart thermostat | Internet-connected thermostat in a home with an electric resistance forced-air furnace or heat pump. | $50 per eligible home |
Who Files It
The participating contractor files applicable heat pump forms. The homeowner can file AC, ground-source and thermostat applications.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Review the equipment requirements and select the required contractor. Equipment requirements.
- Install the equipment and complete its worksheet and incentive application.
- Submit the forms, paid invoice and required equipment documentation within 90 days.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Idaho Power page. The chart was printed CRR 211 (12/25). A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.