Energy Smart Eastside Heat Pump Rebates (2026)
A $1,000 instant rebate from Energy Smart Eastside, up to $6,000 with the income bonus, plus PSE rebates on top. Amounts checked October 29, 2026.
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How much is the Energy Smart Eastside heat pump rebate?
Energy Smart Eastside gives homeowners in Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Mercer Island, Redmond and Sammamish a $1,000 instant heat pump rebate, plus up to $5,000 more for income-qualified households, for up to $6,000 from the program. Home Comfort Alliance is one of the program's network installers, and PSE rebates can be added on top.
| Rebate | Who gets it | How it is paid |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 instant rebate | Every eligible homeowner in the six cities | Applied by the network installer at the point of sale |
| Up to $5,000 bonus | Households below 150% of King County area median income installing a fully electric system | Apply to Energy Smart Eastside first; approved households get a rebate code, valid up to 90 days with any network installer |
| Up to $6,000 total | Bonus-eligible households | Both rebates together, before any PSE rebate |
Checked October 29, 2026 on energysmarteastside.org. The program lists no end date; amounts can change.
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Who qualifies for Energy Smart Eastside?
- You own the home, and it sits inside the city limits of Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Mercer Island, Redmond or Sammamish. Some Bellevue and Redmond mailing addresses are outside city limits, so check yours.
- The heat pump replaces an existing furnace or electric resistance heat (baseboards, wall heaters or an electric furnace).
- The system is on the program's 2026 approved equipment list.
- A network installer installs it.
- It is sized to heat the whole home. We run a room-by-room load calculation (ACCA Manual J) on every installation.
Replacing a heat pump you already have? Ask us first, and we will check what Energy Smart Eastside and PSE allow for your home.
The income-qualified bonus
The bonus of up to $5,000 is for households below 150% of King County area median income, and only for a fully electric system with no furnace backup. Apply to Energy Smart Eastside before you book the installation. Income limits by household size are on the program's rebates page and calculator.
Which heat pumps qualify?
Energy Smart Eastside lists Mitsubishi heat pumps and Bryant, Carrier and Day & Night heat pumps, using its 2026 approved equipment lists. Home Comfort Alliance is a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Dealer and a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, and we confirm the exact model qualifies before you sign.
| System type | $1,000 rebate | Up to $5,000 bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Ducted heat pump | Yes | Yes, if fully electric and you qualify by income |
| Ductless heat pump (mini-split) | Yes, if sized to heat the whole home | Ask us first: we confirm with the program for whole-home ductless systems |
| Hybrid heat pump that keeps a gas furnace as backup | Yes | No; the bonus needs a fully electric system |
More on each option: ductless mini-split systems, dual-fuel hybrid heat pumps and cold-climate heat pumps.
Stacking Energy Smart Eastside with PSE rebates
Energy Smart Eastside says its rebates can be combined with Puget Sound Energy incentives. Which PSE rebate applies depends on how you heat today:
| You heat with today | Energy Smart Eastside | PSE (checked October 29, 2026) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electric baseboard, wall heaters or an electric furnace | $1,000; bonus up to $5,000 if eligible | $1,500 conversion rebate, or $2,400 with Efficiency Boost if income-qualified | Ducted or ductless; PSE electric customers |
| Gas furnace, switching fully to a heat pump | $1,000; bonus up to $5,000 if eligible | $4,000 for income-qualified PSE gas customers | Gas line to the heating system removed or capped; no standard PSE rebate for this switch |
| Gas furnace, keeping it as backup (hybrid) | $1,000 only | $1,500 hybrid rebate, or $2,400 with Efficiency Boost | PSE: ducted only, with balance-point and lockout settings |
| An older heat pump | Ask us first | $1,500 upgrade rebate in limited cases, or $2,400 with Efficiency Boost | PSE: ducted, all-electric and out of warranty |
If your equipment qualifies, PSE's instant discount ($300, $400 or $600 by efficiency tier) comes straight off your invoice. PSE rebates need a PSE Trade Ally or Recommended Energy Professional, and we check which option pays you the most. See our PSE heat pump rebates guide for the details.
What a heat pump costs on the Eastside after rebates
The price depends on the home, the system and the rebates you qualify for, so we price every installation after an in-home visit. For a rough range first, our instant quote tool gives a ballpark in about 30 seconds. The City of Bellevue reported in June 2026 that typical out-of-pocket costs for Energy Smart Eastside participants dropped from about $14,000 to about $6,000 (City of Bellevue); that is the city's figure, not our price.
Financing
You can spread the cost with financing through Salal Credit Union or Synchrony: low monthly payment plans start at $179/month*, with 0% interest options for qualifying customers and instant online approval. See financing.
*Financing through Salal Credit Union or Synchrony, subject to credit approval. Rates, terms and monthly payments depend on the amount financed, the plan and your credit. 0% interest options are available to qualifying customers. See lender for full terms.
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How to claim the rebate, step by step
Energy Smart Eastside pays its rebates only through its network of trained heat pump installers, and PSE rebates need a PSE Trade Ally or Recommended Energy Professional. Home Comfort Alliance is both, so one visit covers both programs.
- Check that your home is inside one of the six cities' limits, and note how you heat today.
- If you may qualify for the bonus, apply with Energy Smart Eastside first and keep your rebate code. It is valid for up to 90 days.
- Book a free in-home estimate. We run a Manual J load calculation and give you a written, upfront price.
- Choose a qualifying Mitsubishi, Bryant, Carrier or Day & Night system.
- We install it and pull the required permits. The $1,000 rebate comes off at the point of sale.
- For PSE rebates, we handle the rebate paperwork for you.
The Boost program for lower-income households
Energy Smart Eastside also runs a separate Boost program for lower-income households, with its own income limits, funding and deadlines. Check its current status and rules directly with Energy Smart Eastside's Boost page before you plan around it.
Rebates and credits that have ended
- The federal 25C tax credit ended for equipment installed after December 31, 2025. City pages and articles that add federal credits to Eastside rebate totals are out of date.
- Some contractor and directory pages still show older Energy Smart Eastside figures, such as a $1,500 rebate. The program's own rebates page lists the $1,000 rebate and the up-to-$5,000 bonus above.
- Washington's HEAR rebates run through local administrators, not through Energy Smart Eastside. See our Washington HEAR rebates guide.
More rebate guides for Eastside homes
Energy Smart Eastside is one piece of the rebate picture. Our heat pump rebates and energy incentives hub compares every utility we serve. Go deeper with:
Energy Smart Eastside rebate FAQ
What is Energy Smart Eastside?
Energy Smart Eastside is the heat pump program run by the cities of Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Mercer Island, Redmond and Sammamish. It gives homeowners inside those city limits an instant rebate on a qualifying heat pump installed by one of its network installers, plus a larger bonus for income-qualified households.
How much is the Energy Smart Eastside heat pump rebate?
The standard rebate is $1,000, applied by the installer at the point of sale. Households earning below 150% of King County area median income can add a bonus of up to $5,000 for a fully electric system, for up to $6,000 from the program. Checked October 29, 2026 on energysmarteastside.org.
Who qualifies for the Energy Smart Eastside rebate?
Homeowners inside the city limits of Bellevue, Issaquah, Kirkland, Mercer Island, Redmond or Sammamish who replace an existing furnace or electric resistance heat with a qualifying heat pump. The system must be on the program's approved list, sized to heat the whole home and installed by a network installer.
Is Home Comfort Alliance an approved Energy Smart Eastside installer?
Yes. Home Comfort Alliance is on Energy Smart Eastside's network installer list, so we can apply the rebate at the point of sale. We are also an approved PSE contractor, a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Dealer and a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer.
Which heat pump brands qualify?
Energy Smart Eastside lists Mitsubishi and Bryant, Carrier and Day & Night heat pumps, using its 2026 approved equipment lists. We confirm the exact model qualifies before you sign.
Do hybrid heat pumps qualify?
Yes, for the $1,000 rebate only. A hybrid system that keeps a gas furnace as backup is not eligible for the $5,000 bonus, which requires a fully electric system with no furnace backup.
Do ductless mini splits qualify?
Yes. Energy Smart Eastside accepts ducted, ductless and hybrid heat pumps, as long as the system is on the approved list and sized to heat the whole home.
How do I get the $5,000 bonus rebate?
Apply to Energy Smart Eastside before you book the installation. Approved households receive a rebate code, which is valid for up to 90 days with any network installer. The bonus is for households below 150% of King County area median income and fully electric systems only.
Can I combine Energy Smart Eastside with PSE rebates?
Yes. Energy Smart Eastside says its rebates can be combined with Puget Sound Energy incentives. Which PSE rebate applies depends on how you heat today: $1,500 for replacing electric resistance heat, $1,500 for a hybrid system, or $4,000 for income-qualified PSE gas customers switching fully to a heat pump. We check which option pays you the most.
Do I have to fill out rebate paperwork?
Not for the $1,000 rebate: the installer applies it at the point of sale. The bonus needs your own application to Energy Smart Eastside first. For PSE rebates, we handle the rebate paperwork for you.
Can I get the rebate if I already have a heat pump?
The program is written for homes replacing a furnace or electric resistance heat. If you already have a heat pump, ask us first and we will check what Energy Smart Eastside and PSE allow for your home.
Is there still a federal tax credit for heat pumps?
No. The federal 25C credit ended for equipment installed after December 31, 2025, so older pages that add federal credits to Eastside rebate totals are out of date. Heat pumps installed now rely on Energy Smart Eastside, PSE and state programs.
Sources
Checked October 29, 2026: Energy Smart Eastside rebates; Energy Smart Eastside installers; Energy Smart Eastside Boost; PSE electric resistance conversion rebate; PSE hybrid heat pump rebate; PSE income-qualified heat pump rebate; PSE heat pump upgrade rebate; PSE Efficiency Boost; City of Bellevue, 1,000 heat pumps (June 2026).
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A 3-year Comfort Shield labor warranty on new installations, kept active with yearly maintenance. First-year maintenance is included.
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Manual J sizing, permits and a written, upfront price before any work begins. Estimates on installations are free.
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