SDG&E HVAC rebates are not open for homes in 2026. The last SDG&E cooling offer, $15 off an ENERGY STAR Advance room air conditioner, ended with its retail rebate program. DuloCore checked the SDG&E pages on November 2, 2026.
But income-qualified households, for example a family of 4 earning up to $82,500, can still get furnace and air conditioner work at no cost through SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance.
For every SDG&E program that is still open, see the SDG&E rebates overview.
Does SDG&E Offer HVAC Rebates in 2026?
No. As of November 2, 2026, the SDG&E rebates page lists no heat pump, central air conditioner or furnace rebate, and its retail rebate offerings have ended.
The SDG&E rebates page still shows four products from the closed Golden State Rebates program. The only cooling item is the $15 room air conditioner coupon, and SDG&E says it does not honor post-purchase rebates.
And DuloCore also lists the SDG&E programs it tracks.
What HVAC Upgrades Does SDG&E ESA Cover at No Cost?
SDG&E Energy Savings Assistance can repair or replace a gas furnace, replace a room air conditioner and seal ducts for income-qualified homes, at no cost.
| SDG&E ESA tier |
HVAC items listed |
What you provide |
| ESA Basic |
Smart thermostat |
Self-certify your eligibility |
| ESA Basic Plus |
Gas furnace repair or replacement, room air conditioner replacement, portable air conditioner, whole house fan, efficient fan controller, duct sealing |
Income documents |
And you qualify through a listed public assistance program or by income: for a household of 4, the limit is $82,500 from June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027. The limits equal 250% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines. The CPUC ESA page describes ESA as no-cost services for customers within the CARE or FERA income limits.
Is There an SDG&E Heat Pump Rebate?
No SDG&E rebate pays for a heat pump HVAC system in 2026. SDG&E points customers to CHERP, an advice program that finds incentives and financing.
The SDG&E home electrification page says CHERP helps customers see which incentives, rebates and financing options they may qualify for and how to combine them. And it is open to income-qualified and general market customers. The same page names GoGreen Financing and on-bill financing for paying over time, and the TOU-ELEC pricing plan for homes with an electric heat pump. It also says the Base Services Charge added in October 2025 lowered the delivery price per kilowatt-hour by about 10%.
For heat pump rebates at other California utilities, see the California heat pump rebates guide.
Southern California Edison customers can compare the SCE rebate programs.
Can SDG&E Customers Still Claim the Federal HVAC Tax Credit?
No for new installs. The federal 25C credit ended: it does not apply to property placed in service after December 31, 2025.
The IRS FAQ on the 2025 tax law changes gives that end date.
So heat pump incentives are thin: statewide TECH Clean California single-family heat pump incentives have been fully reserved since November 14, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SDG&E Give a Rebate for a New Air Conditioner?
Not in 2026. The last SDG&E air conditioner offer was a $15 coupon for an ENERGY STAR Advance room unit, and the retail program has ended.
The closed offer is still shown on the SDG&E rebates page.
Did SDG&E Ever Pay for Smart Thermostats?
Yes. SDG&E paid $25 toward a smart thermostat in high-heat climate zones with AC Saver enrollment, and that incentive closed on December 31, 2023.
The closure notice is on the SDG&E thermostat incentive page.
See the San Diego smart thermostat guide for what is open now.
Can Renters Get HVAC Work Through SDG&E ESA?
Renters can apply. The property owner may need to approve some upgrades, and an old appliance must meet age rules before ESA replaces it.
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