SMECO Heating & Cooling Rebates: Open
Enrollment for 2026 is open. Open. Contact an authorized contractor or distributor to get started.
Serves: All of Charles and St. Mary's counties, all but the northern tip of Calvert County, and the southern portion of Prince George's County.
Do I Qualify
- Be a SMECO residential member and use an authorized contractor.
- Meet the chart's equipment requirements.
- Incentives must be offered to members as an instant rebate at purchase.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Air source heat pump or ducted mini-split | 15.2 SEER2; 6.7 HSPF2 packaged or 7.5 HSPF2 split | $600 per system |
| Air source heat pump or ducted mini-split | 16.9 SEER2; 6.7 HSPF2 packaged or 7.5 HSPF2 split | $975 per system |
| Ductless mini-split heat pump — multi-zone | 15.5 SEER2; 7.5 HSPF2 | $600 per system |
| Ductless mini-split heat pump — single zone | 18 SEER2; 7.5 HSPF2 | $375 per system |
| Central air conditioner — tier 1 | 15.2 SEER2 | $300 per system |
| Central air conditioner — tier 2 | 16.9 SEER2 | $500 per system |
| Geothermal heat pump — closed loop | 17.1 EER; 3.6 COP | $2,250 per system |
| Smart thermostat | ENERGY STAR certified | $100 per smart thermostat |
Who Files It
The participating contractor submits through the distributor and receives its rebate from the distributor.
The money is paid to the contractor.
The Steps to Apply
- Choose an authorized contractor and confirm the equipment's eligibility.
- Check that your quote includes the instant rebate.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the SMECO page. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.