This page shows three real heat pump replacements completed in Los Angeles (customers anonymized), with exact pricing, what was paid during the install, what rebates came back later, and the true net cost. All pricing shown is from completed, permitted installations. Customers are anonymized for privacy, and rebate amounts reflect what was actually received — not estimates or projections.
Cost Summary: $12,320 Install, $7,827 Net After Rebates
A real, permitted heat pump replacement completed in Los Angeles showing actual pricing, rebates, and final out-of-pocket cost.
- Heat pump replacement in LA (sticker price): $12,320
- Total paid during install (after check payment discount): $11,827.20
- Rebates and tax credits:
- Clean Tech heat pump rebate: $4,000 (issued after final permits as a check)
- Federal tax credit: Up to $2,000 (claimed later at tax time)
- Total out-of-pocket after rebates: $7,827.20
- Total out-of-pocket after rebates + tax credit: $5,827.20
👉 Want the full scope, what was included, and how rebate timing worked? Keep reading below.
Cost Summary: $12,920 Install, $3,303 Net After Rebates
A real, permitted heat pump replacement completed in Los Angeles showing actual pricing, rebates, and final out-of-pocket cost.
- Heat pump replacement in LA (sticker price): $12,920
- Total paid during install (after check payment discount): $12,403.20
- Rebates and tax credits:
- Clean Tech heat pump rebate: $4,000 (issued after final permits as a check)
- LADWP Rebate: $3,600 (issued after final permits as a check)
- Go Zero Rebate: $1,500 (issued after final permits as a check)
- Federal tax credit: Up to $2,000 (claimed later at tax time)
- Total out-of-pocket after rebates: $3,303.20
- Total out-of-pocket after rebates + tax credit: $1,303.20
👉 Want the full scope (attic air handler + ground condenser) and what was included? Keep reading below.
Cost Summary: $12,970 Install, $5,889 Net After Rebates
A real, permitted heat pump replacement completed in Los Angeles showing actual pricing, rebates, and final out-of-pocket cost.
- Heat pump replacement in LA (sticker price): $12,970
- Total paid during install Total paid during install (after applicable upfront rebates and check payment discount): $9,889.92
- Rebates and tax credits:
- Clean Tech heat pump rebate: $4,000 (issued as a check weeks after finalized permit.)
- HPP Instant rebate: $2,668 (reduced what was paid during install)
- Federal tax credit: Up to $2,000 (claimed later at tax time)
- Total out-of-pocket after rebates: $5,889.92
- Total out-of-pocket after rebates + tax credit: $3,889.92
👉 Want the details on the comfort/airflow corrections included in this one? Keep reading below.
Definitions Used on These Cost Summaries
- Sticker price: The full contract price before any discounts or rebates
- Paid during installation: What the homeowner actually pays during the install
- Rebates: Incentives returned after final permits, usually as checks
- Federal tax credit: Claimed later when filing taxes; not instant
- Net cost: Final out-of-pocket after rebates (and tax credit if applicable)
All pricing shown comes from completed, permitted installations. Customers are anonymized for privacy, and rebate amounts reflect what was actually received.
How Heat Pump Rebates Actually Work
Before the case studies, here’s the part most people don’t get told clearly:
- Homeowners pay the full installation cost during the install (unless a specific program applies something upfront)
- Most state/utility rebates are not instant
- Rebates usually come back as checks 2–3 weeks after final permits (timing can vary by program and processing)
- Federal tax credits are applied later when you file taxes
- Most rebates do not reduce what you owe upfront — they reimburse after permits
Now, the real examples in full detail.
Case Study #1: Full Heat Pump Equipment Swap — Los Angeles
Project Overview
- Location: Los Angeles
- Old system: Gas furnace + split AC
- New system: Electric heat pump
- Configuration: Condenser on ground, air handler in attic
- Ductwork: Existing ducts reused
Installation Scope (Included)
- Removed and disposed of existing gas furnace, condenser, and coil
- Installed new high-efficiency heat pump condenser and air handler
- Electrical upgrades, breakers, and disconnects as required
- Reconnected existing ductwork, refrigerant lines, and condensate drain
- Gas line permanently capped and combustion venting removed
- Thermostat installation
- System startup, testing, and commissioning
- City permits, inspections, and cleanup
Pricing
- Sticker Price: $12,320
- Check Payment Discount (4%): −$492.80
- Paid During Installation: $11,827.20
Rebates & Credits
- State heat pump rebate: $4,000 (issued after permits)
- Federal tax credit: up to $2,000 (claimed at tax time)
Final Cost
- Paid upfront: $11,827.20
- State rebate received: −$4,000
- Net cost after state rebate: $7,827.20
- Net after rebate + tax credit: $5,827.20 (if full credit is claimed)
Case Study #2: Full Heat Pump Equipment Swap — Los Angeles
Project Overview
- Location: Los Angeles
- Old system: Gas furnace + split AC
- New system: Electric heat pump
- Configuration: Condenser on ground, air handler in attic
- Ductwork: Existing ducts reused
Installation Scope (Included)
- Removed furnace, condenser, and coil
- Installed new 3-ton heat pump system
- Electrical upgrades for 208–230V system
- Refrigerant lines flushed, reconnected, evacuated, and tested
- Gas line capped and combustion venting removed
- Thermostat reconnected
- HERS testing, permits, inspections, and cleanup
Pricing
- Sticker Price: $12,920
- Check Payment Discount (4%): −$516.80
- Paid During Installation: $12,403.20
Rebates Received
- State heat pump rebate: $4,000
- LADWP rebate: $3,600
- GoZero rebate: $1,500
- Total rebates: $9,100 (issued after final permits as checks)
Final Cost
- Paid upfront: $12,403.20
- Rebates received: −$9,100
- Net cost after rebates: $3,303.20
- Net after rebates + tax credit: $1,303.20 (if full $2,000 credit is claimed)
Case Study #3: Full Heat Pump Equipment Swap — Los Angeles
Project Overview
- Location: Los Angeles
- Old system: Gas furnace + split AC
- New system: Electric heat pump
- Configuration: Condenser on ground, air handler in attic
- Ductwork: Existing ducts reused with minor corrections
Installation Scope (Included)
- Removed and disposed of furnace, condenser, and coil
- Installed new 4-ton high-efficiency heat pump system
- Kitchen return vent replaced
- New grille and air filter installed
- Condensate line extended to ground
- Smart Wi-Fi thermostat installed
- Air volume damper added to correct back-bedroom airflow
- Minor attic duct corrections to meet code
- Electrical upgrades for new system
- Gas line capped and venting removed
- Startup, HERS testing, permits, inspections, and cleanup
Pricing
- Sticker Price: $12,970
- Upfront HPP rebate applied: −$2,668
- Check Payment Discount (4%): −$412.08
- Paid During Installation: $9,889.92
Rebates & Credits
- CleanTech rebate: $4,000 (issued after final permits as a check)
- Federal tax credit: up to $2,000 (claimed later at tax time)
Final Cost
- Paid upfront: $9,889.92
- CleanTech rebate received: −$4,000
- Net cost after rebate: $5,889.92
- Net after rebate + tax credit: $3,889.92 (if full $2,000 credit is claimed)
What These Case Studies Show
- Heat pump replacements in Los Angeles and Long Beach typically start around $12k–$13k
- Most rebates do not reduce what you pay during install
- Many rebates come back after final permits, often as checks
- Some homeowners qualify for stacked rebates, others don’t
- Full heat pump swaps often do not require full duct replacement
- Transparent pricing + honest rebate guidance changes the entire experience
Want Exact Numbers For Your Home?
If you’re considering a heat pump and want:
- A real price for your home
- Clear rebate expectations
- A clean, fully permitted equipment swap
We’ll break it down the same way — clearly, calmly, and without games. Call LA Heating & Air for a heat pump upgrade quote today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do heat pump rebates reduce the price upfront?
Usually no. Most state and utility rebates are issued after installation and final permits, often as checks.
How long does it take to receive rebates?
Most rebates are processed within 3-4 weeks after final permit approval, though timing varies by program.
Can homeowners stack multiple heat pump rebates?
Yes. Some homeowners qualify for state, utility, and local rebates simultaneously, depending on eligibility.
Is the federal heat pump tax credit instant?
No. The federal tax credit is claimed when filing taxes and does not reduce the install invoice.
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