Do I Qualify
- An existing single-family home qualifies. The claim form allows replacement of natural gas, propane, oil or electric heating.
- The building must be the occupants' principal, year-round residence.
- Install the system in the primary living area through an Efficiency Maine geothermal Residential Registered Vendor.
- Seasonal homes, garages and outbuildings do not qualify.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Geothermal heat pump | ENERGY STAR geothermal heat pump. | $3,000 per housing unit |
Who Files It
The homeowner and Registered Vendor sign the claim. The form permits payment to the homeowner or Registered Vendor.
The provider pays either the contractor or the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Hire an Efficiency Maine geothermal Residential Registered Vendor.
- Install eligible equipment and retain invoices with model numbers, cost, completion date and installation address.
- Submit the signed claim within six months of completion. Rebate claim form.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Efficiency Maine page. The chart was printed 4/2/2026. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.