HVAC rebates 2026 in California depend on the utility that serves the home. On the pages DuloCore checked on October 13, 2026, LADWP and SMUD pay rebates for heating and cooling equipment. PG&E and SCE list none of their own, and the statewide heat pump program is fully reserved.
Which California Utilities Offer HVAC Rebates in 2026?
LADWP and SMUD do, as of October 13, 2026. LADWP pays up to $2,500 per ton for a heat pump, and SMUD pays up to $3,000 for a heat pump system.
| Utility or program | HVAC rebate on its official page, October 13, 2026 |
|---|---|
| LADWP | Heat pump: up to $2,500 per ton. Central or split air conditioner: $100 to $120 per ton. See the LADWP Consumer Rebate Program page |
| SMUD | Heat pump: $1,000 to $3,000. See the SMUD heating and cooling rebates page |
| PG&E | None listed |
| SCE | None of its own listed |
| TECH Clean California | Single-family heat pump incentives fully reserved since November 14, 2025 |
Cities and community energy providers run programs too. The rebate calculator checks the verified ones for a specific address.
How Much Is the LADWP HVAC Rebate?
LADWP pays $1,000 to $1,250 per ton for a central ducted heat pump, $1,500 to $2,500 per ton for a ductless one, and $100 to $120 per ton for an efficient air conditioner.
The amounts are on LADWP's rebate page. The heat pump amounts apply to equipment purchased and installed on or after November 1, 2025, and rise with the unit's efficiency ratings.
| LADWP rebate | Lowest tier | Highest tier |
|---|---|---|
| Central ducted, split or packaged heat pump | $1,000 per ton, above 15.2 SEER2 and 7.7 HSPF2 | $1,250 per ton, above 19.6 SEER2 and 8.9 HSPF2 |
| Ductless, mini-split or multi-split heat pump | $1,500 per ton, above 15.2 SEER2 and 7.8 HSPF2 | $2,500 per ton, above 20.5 SEER2 and 9.1 HSPF2 |
| Central or split air conditioner | $100 per ton at 15.2 SEER2 | $120 per ton at 16.0 SEER2 |
LADWP asks for a paid itemized invoice, an AHRI certificate for the system and a final approved Building and Safety permit. New construction and accessory dwelling units aren't eligible for the heat pump rebate.
DuloCore's LADWP programs page lists the other LADWP rebates verified on official pages.
How Much Is the SMUD Heat Pump Rebate?
SMUD pays $3,000 for a variable-stage heat pump that replaces gas heating, $2,000 for a two-stage one, and $1,000 for an electric-to-electric upgrade.
SMUD's heating and cooling rebates page sets two conditions:
- A participating contractor from the SMUD Contractor Network must install the system and submit the rebate.
- A two-stage system needs a SEER2 of at least 15.2.
SMUD says its rebates depend on available funding. The same page reports what its customers paid: a median of $18,804 for a gas-to-electric heat pump installation, with a range from $3,500 to $65,620.
Do PG&E and SCE Offer HVAC Rebates?
Neither lists one of its own. On October 13, 2026, PG&E's rebates page listed no heating or cooling rebate, and SCE's listed none that SCE pays itself.
PG&E's page lists offers for backup power, electric vehicles and clean energy. SCE's rebates page describes a $75 bill credit for smart thermostats in demand response programs. The Golden State Rebates coupons for air conditioners that it also describes have ended, according to SDG&E's rebates page, so don't count on a coupon.
The PG&E programs page and the eligibility check show what DuloCore has verified for a specific household.
Has TECH Clean California Closed to New Heat Pump Reservations?
Yes. TECH Clean California's single-family heat pump incentives have been fully reserved since November 14, 2025 and aren't accepting new reservations.
The fully reserved notice is on the TECH Clean California incentives page.
Are There Tax Credits for a New HVAC System in 2026?
No. The federal 25C home energy credit ended for property placed in service after December 31, 2025, so a system installed in 2026 earns no federal credit.
The IRS confirms that the credit ended in Fact Sheet FS-2025-05. The guide to the federal home energy credits that ended covers the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free HVAC replacement program in California?
SDG&E's Energy Savings Assistance program lists gas furnace repair or replacement among the products income-qualified customers may receive. The eligibility check shows which verified programs fit a household.
Does a rebate apply to a system that is already installed?
It depends on the program. SMUD's rebate requires installation by a participating contractor, who also submits the application.
How do I find HVAC rebates for my address?
Enter the address in the rebate calculator. HVAC rebates depend on the utility, so the answer changes from one city to the next.
Replacing an HVAC system? See the verified rebates for your address with the free rebate calculator.