Los Angeles homeowners have access to some of the highest heat pump rebates in the United States — including federal, state, utility, and income-based programs. Depending on your city, utility provider, and household income, you may qualify for $2,000 to more than $15,000 in total incentives.
This guide shows you every available rebate in Los Angeles County and explains how to qualify, which forms are required, and how to combine them for maximum savings.
Why Los Angeles Is the Best Place in America to Install a Heat Pump
Because of California’s electrification goals, utilities and federal programs are offering major incentives to help homeowners upgrade to high-efficiency heat pumps. Many rebates stack, meaning you can combine:
- Federal tax credits
- Local utility rebates
- HEEHRA income-based rebates (when active)
- TECH Clean California incentives (separate page; link soon)
Combined with operating savings, most homeowners recover their investment much faster than with traditional HVAC equipment.
HEEHRA Heat Pump Rebates (Income-Based: $4,000 or $8,000)
HEEHRA (High-Efficiency Electric Home Rebate Act) offers the largest upfront rebate for heat pumps, based on household income as a percentage of Area Median Income (AMI).
HEEHRA Rebate Amounts
Household Income Rebate Amount< 80%
AMI Up to $8,000
80%–150% AMI Up to $4,000
150% AMI Not eligible
Key Notes About HEEHRA
- Available for heat pump HVAC systems
- Income eligibility based on IRS/treasury rules
- Cannot exceed 50% or 100% of project cost depending on income tier
- May stack with federal tax credits and utility programs
- Expected full rollout in 2024–2025
LADWP Heat Pump Rebates (Los Angeles Department of Water & Power)
LADWP offers one of the simplest heat pump incentives:
LADWP Rebate Structure
- $1,000 per ton of heat pump capacity
- Applies to multiple units
- Does NOT apply to ADUs
Example:
A typical 3-ton heat pump = $3,000 rebate.
LADWP rebates stack with federal tax credits and (when available) HEEHRA.
Federal Tax Credit: Up to $2,000 (Expires 12/31/2025)
The Inflation Reduction Act offers a 30% federal tax credit on qualified heat pump installations.
Federal Incentive Details
- 30% of install cost
- Up to $2,000 maximum credit per year
- Must meet energy-efficiency requirements
- Credit expires December 31, 2025 unless extended
You can stack this credit with:
- LADWP
- Burbank Water & Power
- Glendale Water & Power
- HEEHRA (if eligible)
- SCE programs
- TECH Clean California
Burbank Water & Power Heat Pump Rebates
Burbank offers two rebate tiers based on income:
Standard Household Rebate
- $1,000 per ton
- Maximum $2,500 per unit
Low-Income Household Rebate
- $1,000 per ton
- Maximum $5,000 per unit
These rebates are issued directly through BWP and can stack with federal tax credits.
Glendale Water & Power Heat Pump Rebates
Glendale offers different rebates depending on whether you are replacing a heat pump or replacing a gas furnace + AC.
If Replacing an Existing Heat Pump:
- $500 per ton, up to $2,500
- Issued as a bill credit
If Replacing a Gas System (Electrification Upgrade):
- $1,000 per ton, up to $5,000
- Issued as a bill credit
This is one of the most generous city-specific incentives in LA County.
HPP (Heat Pump Program for SCE Customers)
This rebate applies only in certain qualifying SCE territories.
Current HPP Incentives
- $667 per ton if replacing gas
- $424 per ton if replacing electric
Important:
- Program is pausing on December 22
- Expected to relaunch in January with revised incentive amounts
We update this page as soon as new incentive structures are released.
Go Zero Incentives (Specific ZIP Codes Only)
Go Zero offers upfront rebates:
- Starts at $1,500
- Lower-income households may qualify for $3,000
- Only available in certain map-defined zones
This program pairs strongly with federal tax credits and LADWP rebates.
How Much Can You Save? Total Rebate Examples
Here are example rebate stacks for a typical 3-ton heat pump system:
Case Example 1 — LADWP Customer (Mid-Income)
- LADWP: $3,000
- Federal tax credit: $2,000
- Total: $5,000 savings
Case Example 2 — Glendale Customer Replacing Gas (Low Income)
- Glendale: $3,000 (1,000/ton cap at 3 tons)
- Federal tax credit: $2,000
- HEEHRA (if <80% AMI): $8,000
- Total: Up to $13,000 savings
Case Example 3 — Burbank Customer (Standard Income)
- BWP: $2,500
- Federal tax credit: $2,000
- Total: $4,500 savings
Case Example 4 — SCE Customer Using HPP (Replacing Gas)
- HPP: ~$2,000 for a 3-ton
- Federal tax credit: $2,000
- Go Zero (if eligible): $1,500–$3,000
- Total: $5,500–$7,000 savings
How to Qualify for the Maximum Rebates
To receive the highest incentives, your installation must:
Be Performed by a TECH-Certified Contractor
This ensures load calculations, commissioning, and documentation meet state standards.
Why TECH-Certified Contractors Are Required
Include a Manual J Load Calculation
Correct sizing is a requirement for rebate eligibility.
Use Title 24-Compliant Equipment
All California installations must meet these standards.
Pass Program Verification
Some programs require photos, forms, or third-party checks.
Use a Contractor Who Handles Rebate Paperwork
LA Heating and Air handles all paperwork and rebate documentation for you.
Want to See Your Estimated Heat Pump Cost After Rebates?
Use our calculator to see your realistic final cost, including:
- Federal tax credit
- LADWP / Burbank / Glendale rebates
- HEEHRA (if eligible)
- Any applicable SCE or Go Zero incentives
👉 Heat Pump Cost Calculator With Rebates (Los Angeles)
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