PG&E Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate

Pacific Gas & Electric

Available Energy Assistance

About This Program

Rebate for installing qualifying heat pump water heaters that reduce energy consumption by up to 60% compared to standard electric water heaters. Higher rebates available for households enrolled in income-qualified programs.

Rebate varies from $500 to $2,000 based on income qualification and unit type

Official program page checked live on 2026-06-17.

Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.

Key Details

  • Rebate up to $2,000 for heat pump water heater
  • Reduces energy use by up to 60%
  • Must meet ENERGY STAR or similar standards
  • Higher rebates for income-qualified customers
  • Installation by licensed contractor required

How to Apply

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Your application paperwork

PG&E supports the Golden State Rebates program, which gives a residential instant rebate (up to 700 dollars) toward a qualifying heat pump (electric) water heater. There is no numbered paper form; you confirm eligibility and request a retail coupon online (or buy through a participating distributor), then redeem it at purchase, so the savings come off the price instead of arriving as a mailed check.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm your home has an active PG&E residential electric account and pick a heat pump water heater that is on the Golden State Rebates Qualified Products list.
  2. Go to the official Golden State Rebates heat pump water heater page and choose Get retail coupon (or plan to buy from a participating distributor).
  3. Verify your eligibility, create an account with your PG&E service address, and add the coupon for your selected product and retailer to your cart.
  4. Receive the coupon by email and redeem it when you buy the water heater at the chosen retailer so the rebate comes off the price.
  5. Install the unit within 60 days of purchase and keep it installed (program terms require it to stay in place for at least 5 years); save your receipt in case of an audit.
Get the official form

Documents you will likely need

  • Active PG&E residential electric account at the installation address
  • Make and model of a heat pump water heater on the Golden State Rebates Qualified Products list
  • Itemized proof of purchase or paid invoice for the water heater
  • Installation address served by PG&E
  • Date of purchase and installation (unit must be installed within 60 days of purchase)
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Ongoing program, rebates issued within 6-8 weeks

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