Do I Qualify
- Have an active Maryland residential electric account.
- Use a participating contractor for the assessment, rebate reservation and upgrades.
- Include attic air sealing and R-49 insulation unless an approved contractor finds them unnecessary.
- Do not claim the HVAC Efficiency rebate for the same equipment.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Central air conditioner — tier 1 | ≥ 15.2 SEER2 | $300 per system |
| Central air conditioner — tier 2 | ≥ 16.9 SEER2 | $500 per system |
| Air source heat pump — tier 1 | ≥ 15.2 SEER2 and ≥ 7.8 HSPF2 | $400 per system |
| Air source heat pump — tier 2 | ≥ 16.9 SEER2 and ≥ 8.2 HSPF2 | $650 per system |
| Geothermal heat pump — ground source, closed loop | ≥ 17.1 EER and ≥ 3.6 COP | $1,500 per system |
| Ductless mini-split heat pump | ≥ 18 SEER2 and ≥ 8.1 HSPF2 | $250 per system |
| Ductless multi-zone heat pump | ≥ 15.5 SEER2 and ≥ 7.8 HSPF2 | $400 per system |
| Natural gas furnace | ≥ 95.1 AFUE with ECM | $400 per furnace |
| Smart thermostat | ENERGY STAR certified; professionally installed | $100 per smart thermostat |
Who Files It
Your participating contractor files the reservation and completed project application.
The money is paid to the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Complete a Home Energy Assessment and reserve the approved rebate.
- Complete the approved work and have the contractor submit the application.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Delmarva Power page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.