No California utility page we checked offers a rebate for Honeywell thermostats by name. What exists in 2026 is a bill credit from SCE for any eligible smart thermostat, plus free thermostats for income-qualified households.
None of these offers names a brand, so whether a Honeywell model qualifies depends on each program's eligible list. Here's what each official page showed on October 9, 2026.
Is There a Rebate for a Honeywell Smart Thermostat?
Not by brand. SCE pays a $75 bill credit when you allow it to temporarily adjust your eligible smart thermostat by up to four degrees during demand response events. The credit is for customers on SCE's CBP-E, Critical Peak Pricing or Smart Energy Program.
SCE's page doesn't name eligible brands or models. Ask SCE whether your exact Honeywell model is eligible before you count on the credit.
| Offer (official page, October 9, 2026) | Who it's for | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SCE smart thermostat demand response | SCE customers on CBP-E, CPP or SEP | $75 bill credit |
| SCE Energy Savings Assistance | Income-qualified SCE homeowners and renters | Smart thermostat at no cost |
| SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance (ESA Basic) | Income-qualified SDG&E customers, by self-certification | Smart thermostat at no cost |
| SDG&E Golden State Rebates coupon (ended) | — | Ended (was $75 for an ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostat) |
Can I Get a Free Smart Thermostat in California?
Yes, if your household is income-qualified. SCE's ESA program lists a smart thermostat among the upgrades it may provide free to owners and renters who qualify. SDG&E's ESA Basic tier offers a smart thermostat to customers who self-certify their eligibility.
The program chooses the thermostat model, so you may not get a Honeywell. SDG&E's ESA income limits for June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, run from $39,900 for one person to $139,300 for eight.
What Happened to SDG&E's Thermostat Coupons?
They ended. SDG&E's rebates page says the Golden State Rebates retail offerings have ended. That program's product list showed $75 for an ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostat and $40 for an Amazon smart thermostat.
The site for the ended Golden State Rebates program also returned an error on October 9, 2026. If a store still advertises a utility thermostat coupon, confirm it's valid before you buy.
Does PG&E Offer a Thermostat Rebate?
Not on its rebates page. PG&E's Rebates & incentives page listed a $300 generator and battery rebate, a used-EV rebate and an EV charging rebate on October 9, 2026, but no thermostat rebate.
Our rebate catalogue also lists PG&E's former thermostat offer as closed. The free rebate calculator shows the programs we've verified for your address.
Official Sources
Every offer comes from the utility's own page, all checked on October 9, 2026. Brand names are used for identification only. Editorial disclosure: this page is not sponsored, and DuloCore receives no affiliate commission or other compensation from Honeywell or any other manufacturer.
- SCE Rebates & SCE Marketplace, with the $75 thermostat bill credit
- SCE Energy Savings Assistance
- SDG&E Rebates, which states that the Golden State Rebates retail offerings have ended
- SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance
- PG&E Rebates & incentives
- IRS FS-2025-05, the IRS table showing when each credit ended
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SCE give a rebate for a Honeywell thermostat?
SCE gives a $75 bill credit for any eligible smart thermostat when you let it adjust the temperature by up to four degrees during demand response events, if you're on CBP-E, Critical Peak Pricing or the Smart Energy Program. Its page doesn't name brands or models, so ask SCE whether your Honeywell model is eligible.
Can I get a free smart thermostat from SDG&E?
Yes, if you qualify for Energy Savings Assistance. SDG&E's ESA Basic customers can self-certify to receive a smart thermostat, among other products.
Has the federal tax credit for a smart thermostat ended?
No. IRS Fact Sheet FS-2025-05 says the 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit ended for property placed in service after December 31, 2025.
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