Insulation rebates SCE customers can use in 2026 do not come from SCE's main rebates page. DuloCore checked on October 13, 2026 and read the official pages of SCE, its Home Performance Plus program, SoCalGas and two state agencies.
Does SCE Have an Insulation Rebate in 2026?
No. On October 13, 2026, SCE's rebates page listed no insulation rebate. It links to Home Performance Plus, which lists $1.07 per square foot for attic insulation and $1.06 for wall insulation in qualifying homes.
DuloCore read SCE's Rebates & SCE Marketplace page in full. Insulation does not appear among the rebates and programs it lists. None of the official pages read for this article lists a rebate for floor insulation.
| Program | What its official page states (October 13, 2026) | Insulation amount |
|---|---|---|
| SCE rebates page | No insulation rebate | None listed |
| Home Performance Plus (SCE) | Attic and wall insulation rebates | $1.07 and $1.06 per sq. ft. |
| SCE Energy Savings Assistance | Weatherization services; insulation not named | None stated |
| SoCalGas rebates page | No insulation rebate in its table; its 2026 mail-in application lists insulation rebates only for listed wildfire ZIP codes | None listed in the table |
| SoCalGas Energy Savings Assistance | Attic insulation | No cost if you qualify |
| State weatherization program | Checking that the home is properly insulated | No amount stated |
DuloCore's California insulation rebates overview covers the other utilities.
What Does Home Performance Plus Pay for Attic and Wall Insulation?
On October 13, 2026, Home Performance Plus listed $1.07 per square foot for attic and $1.06 for wall insulation in homes under 3,000 square feet.
SCE's rebates page, linked above, says the program is for SCE residential electric customers who rent or own a single-family detached home, or a unit in a building with a maximum of four units, within Disadvantaged or Low-Income communities.
The Home Performance Plus rebates page sets these conditions:
- Attic insulation, $1.07 per sq. ft. It must be loose, blown-in insulation or batts made of fiberglass, cellulose or mineral wool.
- Wall insulation, $1.06 per sq. ft. It must be blown-in, loose-fill fiberglass, cellulose or rock wool.
- Heating and cooling. For either rebate the home must have central air conditioning with a gas furnace, a central heat pump, or electric heat with no cooling.
The page lists no rebate for duct sealing or air sealing, and it states no R-value (a measure of how well insulation resists heat flow) and no deadline.
Does SoCalGas Pay a Rebate for Insulation?
Only in listed wildfire ZIP codes. On October 13, 2026, the SoCalGas rebates page table listed no insulation rebate; its 2026 mail-in application did.
SCE supplies electricity, so check your gas utility too. If that is SoCalGas, the table on its Rebates & Incentives page lists natural gas appliances, including clothes dryers, furnaces, water heaters, ovens and pool heaters. The word insulation does not appear on the page. The 2026 mail-in application linked from that page lists attic and wall insulation rebates only for customers affected by the 2025 Southern California wildfires who live in its listed ZIP codes. The page says funds for its Home Energy Efficiency Rebate Program are allocated first come, first served until December 31, 2026, or until they are no longer available.
Can SCE Customers Get Free Insulation Through Energy Savings Assistance?
Possibly. SoCalGas's program lists attic insulation at no cost. SCE's lists weatherization services without naming insulation. Both state identical income limits through May 31, 2027.
Energy Savings Assistance pays for home upgrades for income-qualified owners and renters. SCE's Energy Savings Assistance page lists weatherization services among the free upgrades, but its list does not name insulation. The SoCalGas Energy Savings Assistance page says home improvements may include attic insulation, furnace duct system sealing and water heater pipe insulation.
Both pages give the same income limits, effective June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027:
- 1 person: $39,900
- 4 people: $82,500
- Each additional person: $14,200
Both also accept households receiving a listed public benefit, such as CalFresh or Medi-Cal.
SCE's page adds caveats: services may not be available in all areas, they are first come, first served until funding is expended or the program is discontinued, a co-payment may be required for some services, and renters may need the owner's written permission. The eligibility check helps sort out which programs fit a household.
Does California's Weatherization Assistance Program Cover Insulation?
On October 13, 2026, the Department of Community Services and Development listed checking that a home is properly insulated among improvements for low-income households.
The department's Weatherization Assistance Program page says local service providers install weatherization and energy efficiency measures for low-income homeowners and renters. Eligibility depends on income, household size, energy use and other factors. The page states no income figure and directs questions to the county's local service provider. See DuloCore's weatherization income guidelines page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I finance insulation with GoGreen Home?
Yes. The State Treasurer's GoGreen Home page lists insulation among the energy upgrades its loans can cover, for owners and renters where a utility such as SCE or SoCalGas provides energy. The page states no interest rate and points to a chart of rates and terms from approved lenders.
Did the federal tax credit for insulation end?
Yes. The federal 25C credit that covered insulation ended for property placed in service after December 31, 2025, as DuloCore's page on the federal home energy credits that ended explains.
Do I need a contractor for a Home Performance Plus insulation rebate?
The program's page tells customers with a qualifying project to find a Home Performance Plus Trade Ally or book an appointment with an Energy Advisor.
Planning an insulation project? Estimate rebates for your ZIP code with the free rebate calculator.