Breaking news for Bay Area homeowners: The HEEHRA (Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates) program has reopened as of November 25, 2025. If you’ve been waiting to upgrade to a heat pump, this is your window – but funding is limited and going fast.
Here’s what homeowners across all five major Bay Area counties – Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, and Santa Clara – need to know right now.
Quick Answers: HEEHRA Rebates 2025
How much can I get from HEEHRA rebates? Income-qualified Bay Area homeowners can receive up to $8,000 (households under 80% Area Median Income) or up to $4,000 (households at 80-150% AMI) for heat pump HVAC installation.
When did HEEHRA rebates reopen? HEEHRA income verifications and reservation requests reopened on November 25, 2025.
What’s the deadline for HEEHRA rebates? Projects must be installed by December 31, 2025 to qualify for the 25C federal tax credit. Final completion deadline is February 28, 2026.
Who qualifies for HEEHRA rebates in California? Income-qualified homeowners replacing existing non-heat pump heating with a qualifying heat pump HVAC system. You must use a TECH Clean California-certified and HEEHRA-trained contractor.
Why This Matters for Bay Area Homeowners
If you live anywhere in the five core Bay Area counties, this rebate program could save you thousands on your heat pump upgrade:
Alameda County: Oakland, Berkeley, Fremont, Hayward, San Leandro, Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, Union City, Castro Valley, Albany, Piedmont, Alameda, Newark, Emeryville
Contra Costa County: Concord, Walnut Creek, Richmond, Antioch, San Ramon, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Danville, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, El Cerrito, Hercules, Pinole
San Francisco: All neighborhoods including Sunset, Richmond District, Marina, Mission, Noe Valley, Pacific Heights, SOMA, and more
San Mateo County: Daly City, San Mateo, Redwood City, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Burlingame, Pacifica, Foster City, Belmont, San Carlos, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Half Moon Bay
Santa Clara County: San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Milpitas, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Morgan Hill, Gilroy
The Bay Area’s mild climate makes heat pumps especially efficient here. Combined with these rebates, there’s never been a better time to make the switch.
HEEHRA Rebate Amounts: What You Could Save
| Your Household Income Level | Maximum Rebate |
|---|---|
| Below 80% Area Median Income | Up to $8,000 |
| 80% to 150% Area Median Income | Up to $4,000 |
These rebates can be stacked with other incentives:
- Federal 25C tax credit (up to $2,000 additional for installations by December 31, 2025)
- Local utility rebates (check with PG&E or your local utility)
Total potential savings: $10,000+ when combined with the federal tax credit.
Critical Deadlines You Can’t Miss
Here’s why urgency matters:
December 31, 2025 – Your heat pump must be installed and invoiced by this date to qualify for the federal 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit. This tax credit is currently set to expire after 2025.
February 28, 2026 – Final deadline for all HEEHRA project completions.
Funding is first-come, first-served. Once the allocated funds are reserved, the program closes. The previous round of TECH Clean California incentives was fully reserved within months.
Who Qualifies for HEEHRA Rebates?
You may qualify if you:
- Own an existing single-family home in California (1-4 units, including condos, townhomes, duplexes, and manufactured homes)
- Have household income at or below 150% of Area Median Income
- Are replacing existing non-heat pump heating (like a gas furnace) with a qualifying heat pump
- Work with a TECH Clean California-certified, HEEHRA-trained contractor
Important: You must get income verification and rebate reservation approval before starting installation. Projects installed before receiving an approved reservation are not eligible.
How to Claim Your HEEHRA Rebate: Step-by-Step
Step 1: Verify Your Income
Visit the HEEHRA Eligibility Express portal to verify your household income. You’ll need:
- Income documents for all adults in your household
- Acceptable documents include: W-2s, 1099s, 1040s, or proof of CalFresh/Medi-Cal/WIC/SSI enrollment
Step 2: Find a Certified Contractor
You must use a TECH Clean California-certified contractor who has completed HEEHRA training. At Bay Area Climate Control, we’re fully certified and ready to help Alameda and Contra Costa County homeowners through this process.
Step 3: Get Your Rebate Reserved
Once your income is verified, your contractor submits a reservation request. Only proceed with installation after receiving reservation approval.
Step 4: Complete Your Installation
Install your qualifying heat pump system by the deadline dates.
Why Bay Area Homeowners Are Switching to Heat Pumps
Beyond the rebates, here’s why heat pumps make sense for homes across San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and the entire Bay Area:
Year-round comfort: One system handles both heating and cooling – perfect for the Bay Area’s variable weather.
Lower operating costs: Heat pumps can be 2-3x more efficient than traditional gas furnaces, especially in our mild climate.
Quieter operation: Modern variable-speed heat pumps run whisper-quiet compared to old furnace and AC systems.
Future-ready: With California’s push toward electrification and potential future gas restrictions, heat pumps position your home for the future.
Better air quality: No combustion means no carbon monoxide risk and cleaner indoor air.
Don’t Wait: Why You Should Act Now
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Funding is limited – HEEHRA operates first-come, first-served. Previous incentive programs ran out of funding.
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Tax credit deadline – The federal 25C credit (up to $2,000 additional savings) requires installation by December 31, 2025.
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Contractor schedules fill up – With rebates back, demand for certified installers will spike. Book your consultation now to ensure installation before deadlines.
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Winter is here – If your heating system is aging, don’t risk a breakdown. Upgrade now while you can maximize savings.
Eligible Heat Pump Systems
HEEHRA covers qualifying heat pump HVAC systems that:
- Are ENERGY STAR® certified
- Have 2-stage or variable capacity
- Replace existing non-heat pump heating
At Bay Area Climate Control, we install Carrier® heat pumps across all efficiency tiers – from Performance™ series to premium Infinity® systems – all eligible for HEEHRA rebates.
Common Questions About HEEHRA Rebates
Can I get HEEHRA rebates if I already started my project? No. You must have an approved reservation before installation begins. Projects already in progress or completed are not eligible.
Does income verification guarantee my rebate? No. Income verification confirms your eligibility, but funding must still be available when your contractor submits the reservation request.
What if I’m a renter? HEEHRA single-family rebates are for property owners. However, landlords who rent to income-qualified tenants may be eligible.
Can I combine HEEHRA with other rebates? Yes! HEEHRA can be stacked with TECH Clean California incentives and the federal 25C tax credit (through December 31, 2025).
Get Started Today: Free Heat Pump Consultation
Bay Area Climate Control is a TECH Clean California-certified dealer serving homeowners across all five Bay Area counties: San Francisco, Alameda, Contra Costa, San Mateo, and Santa Clara.
We can help you:
- Determine if you qualify for HEEHRA rebates
- Navigate the income verification process
- Select the right Carrier® heat pump for your home
- Complete installation before critical deadlines
Time is running out. Don’t miss up to $8,000 in heat pump rebates plus the expiring federal tax credit.
Request Your Free Consultation or call us at (510) 391-5597 to lock in your HEEHRA rebate before funding runs out.
Bay Area Climate Control is a Factory Authorized Carrier® Dealer serving the entire Bay Area since 2010, including: San Francisco; Alameda County (Oakland, Berkeley, Fremont, Hayward, San Leandro, Livermore, Pleasanton, Dublin, Union City, Castro Valley, Albany, Piedmont, Alameda, Newark, Emeryville); Contra Costa County (Concord, Walnut Creek, Richmond, Antioch, San Ramon, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Pittsburg, Brentwood, Danville, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, El Cerrito, Hercules, Pinole); San Mateo County (Daly City, San Mateo, Redwood City, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Burlingame, Pacifica, Foster City, Belmont, San Carlos, Menlo Park, Millbrae, Half Moon Bay); and Santa Clara County (San Jose, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Mountain View, Palo Alto, Milpitas, Cupertino, Campbell, Los Gatos, Saratoga, Los Altos, Morgan Hill, Gilroy).