Mini-Split Heat Pump Rebates for 2025
Installing a qualified mini-split heat pump can earn you a rebate from Mass Save. 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 2025
| Equipment Type | Rebate Type | Efficiency Requirements | Rebate Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Source Heat Pumps | Whole-Home | Refer to the MassSave.com/HPQPL | $3000 per ton, up to $10,000 |
| Air Source Heat Pumps | Partial-Home | Refer to the MassSave.com/HPQPL | $1,250 per ton, up to $10,000 |
Whole-Home Rebates
Whole-home rebates from Mass Save require that you completely replace your existing heating system with a heat pump system. Additionally, you may be required to get a Mass Save home energy audit and make any recommended updates to your home, including weather sealing and added insulation.
Partial-Home Rebates and Integrated Controls
Partial-home rebates require that integrated controls be set up. This system integrates your heat pump system with your existing traditional heating system, and allows the traditional heating system to take over your home heating at the coldest temperatures when the traditional system is more efficient. 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 relies on integrated controls that can automatically switch between these two options based on outdoor temperatures.
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Fuel Optimization Rebates for 2025
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.
| 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 | Refer to Heat Pump Qualified Products List at MassSave.com/HPQPL | 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 Heat Pump Qualified Products List at MassSave.com/HPQPL | Up to $500 per indoor unit, max of $1,500 |
(2) Integrated controls are either approved control packages or dual fuel thermostats that switch between a heat pump and a central heating system.
(3) The 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.
Thermostat Rebates
| Qualifying Products | Rebate Amount |
|---|---|
| 7-day programmable thermostats | Up to $25/thermostat (limit 4) |
| ENERGY STAR® certified Smart thermostats | Up to $100/thermostat (limit 4) |
Water Heating Equipment Rebates
| Equipment Type | Efficiency Requirements | Rebate Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Heat Pump Water Heater | ENERGY STAR® certified UEF 3.30 | $750 per unit |
| Heat Pump Water Heater (120volt/15amp circuit) | ENERGY STAR® certified UEF 2.20 | $750 per unit |
| Split-System Heat Pump Water Heaters | ENERGY STAR® certified UEF 2.20 | $1,500 per system |
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 2025
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.
