Do I Qualify
- An existing single-family home is eligible when utility and equipment requirements are met.
- The application lets the customer name the homeowner or participating contractor as the check recipient.
- The thermostat must replace a manual or programmable thermostat and control the primary heating source.
- Submit the application and itemized receipt within 60 days of installation or retail thermostat purchase. The current application gives a final deadline of January 31, 2027.
- Confirm geothermal timing before purchase. Its detail page lists August 31, 2026, while the current application accepts 2026 installations through a later filing deadline.
How Much Comes Off
| Equipment | Requirement | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Smart thermostat | Qualifying smart thermostat purchased at retail; eligible heating system. | $50 per thermostat |
| Geothermal heat pump with natural gas service | ENERGY STAR certified; water-to-air systems are included; participating natural gas service. | $1,000 per system |
| Geothermal heat pump without natural gas service | ENERGY STAR certified; water-to-air systems are included; no natural gas service. | $750 per system |
Who Files It
The homeowner or an authorized representative submits the signed application and receipt. A contractor can help with the application.
The provider pays either the contractor or the homeowner.
The Steps to Apply
- Confirm utility and equipment eligibility. Program requirements.
- For geothermal equipment, confirm system requirements and the conflicting filing deadline with Focus on Energy. Geothermal requirements.
- Keep the itemized invoice and submit the rebate application. Apply online.
Read on October 22, 2026 from the Focus on Energy page. The chart was printed TAS-7383781-0726. A change to this program is a dated line in the changelog.