Ductless Heating and Cooling Rebates

Integrated Controls

Combining a conventional heating system with a heat pump can reduce your carbon footprint, save you money on home heating costs, and keep your home at optimal comfort levels, but this process is much more effective if you have integrated controls that can automatically switch between these two options based on outdoor temperatures.

Mass Save offers rebates for purchasing central and mini-split heat pumps with integrated controls. To make sure you get to enjoy these savings, talk our N.E.T.R. Inc. HVAC specialists to see if your integrated controls appear on Mass Save’s qualifying product list.

Integrated Controls Rebates for 2020

If you add a qualifying central heat pump or mini-split heat pump with integrated controls to a ducted, non-ducted, or mixed-ducted system running on oil or propane, you can earn a rebate worth up to $500 per indoor unit, with a max rebate of $1500. The exact rebate amount varies based on the system’s actual tons, which refers to the AHRI cooling capacity of your system divided by 12,000 btus.

The list of eligible heat pumps with integrated controls includes approved control packages as well as dual fuel thermostats that can switch between your central heating and a heat pump system.

Mini-Split Heat Pumps

Installing a qualified mini-split heat pump can also earn you a rebate. Heat pumps are an efficient heating and cooling option that feature an outdoor condensing unit, attached to one or more indoor air handling units with a series of very small tubing running through conduit.

These units allow you to add heating and cooling to areas that are not connected to your existing ductwork, and if you install the indoor air handling units throughout your entire home, you get the chance to split your home into zones, while also eliminating all the efficiency losses associated with ductwork.

Mini-Split Heat Pump Rebates for 2020

STANDARD MINI-SPLIT HEAT PUMP REBATES
Equipment Type	Delivery Method	Rebate Amount
Mini-Split Heat Pump	Refer to Heat Pump Qualified Products List at MassSave.com/HPQPL	$250 per ton

Fuel Optimization Rebates

Fuel optimization rebates also apply to purchasing and installing mini-split heat pumps. Our experienced N.E.T.R. Inc. HVAC contractors can help you figure out if your system meets these requirements.

Fuel Optimization Rebates for 2020

FUEL OPTIMIZATION REBATES
Equipment Type	Efficiency Requirements	Primary Fuel Type	Additional Requirements	Rebate Amount¹
Mini-Split Heat Pump	Refer to Heat Pump Qualified Products List at MassSave.com/HPQPL	Oil or Propane	Integrated Controls required unless central heating system is removed. Refer to Heat Pump Qualified Products List at MassSave.com/HPQPL	$1,250 per ton
Mini-Split Heat Pump		Electric Resistance Heat	900 kWh difference between sum of 3 winter-usage and 3 lowest-usage months.	$1,250 per ton
Integrated Controls	Add-on existing mini-split heat pump	Oil or Propane	Refer to Integrated Controls Qualified Products List at MassSave.com/ICQPL	Up to $500 per indoor unit, max of $1,500
¹Actual tons are calculated based on AHRI cooling capacity divided by 12,000 BTUs. Rebate amount based on actual tons. ²Integrated controls are either approved control packages or dual fuel thermostats that switch between a heat pump and a central heating system. ³The Sponsor of Mass Save do not recommend fully replacing existing central heating systems with heat pump equipment. Customers that choose to do so may access the Fuel Optimization incentive levels without the installation of an integrated control. Cannot be combined with other rebates for same equipment. Please see Terms & Conditions for full requirements.

Tips for Success

To ensure you receive your rebates and don’t face any hurdles, you should keep the following tips in mind:

Work with a MA-licensed HVAC contractor you trust.
Ask your contractor to make sure your integrated controls qualify for a rebate.
Learn about qualifying non-ducted heat pumps.
Talk with your N.E.T.R. Inc. contractor about why you’re considering a heat pump – common reasons include reducing reliance on oil, propane, or electric resistance; adding heating or cooling to an individual room; and upgrading the heating and cooling in your whole home.
Make sure you select the right size of unit for the area you want to heat and cool, while also keeping in mind the effect of freezing temperatures on your system.

Steps for Claiming a Mass Save Rebate

So that you know what to expect, here’s a look at the steps involved in earning rebates through the Mass Save program:

Talk with an HVAC contractor at N.E.T.R. Inc. to identify the right equipment for your home.
Review the rebate application with your contractor to ensure you have chosen qualifying equipment and meet any other criteria as required.

Mass Save HEAT Loan

Ready to upgrade? Want to earn a rebate, but need help financing your system? Then, you may want to look into the Mass Save heat loan program. Depending on your situation, you may be able to receive a loan for heating system replacement, buying new heat pumps, or even removing barriers such as knobs, tube wiring, or asbestos which is in the way of installing a new system.

Mass Save HEAT Loan Information for 2020

Mass Save HEAT loans are worth $25,000 with terms up to seven years, but terms vary based on your credit and the loan provider.

Alternatively, you may be able to qualify for a 0% interest loan through the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) to buy a high-efficiency wood pellet boiler. There are also income-based grants to remove asbestos and vermiculite and upgrade knob and tube wiring, as well as expanded loans for heating systems for two to four family units.

To learn more, contact us at N.E.T.R. Inc. to set up a home energy assessment to determine which upgrades may qualify for financing through this program.

Learn More About the Latest Rebates Available in Massachusetts by Calling N.E.T.R., Inc.

To get started on the path toward improved efficiency while also earning rebates, contact us today. At N.E.T.R. Inc, our qualified HVAC specialists work with both residential and commercial clients. We look forward to meeting your comfort needs.