Combine two great energy-efficient solutions and save more
Did you know weatherization is key to optimizing heat pump performance? When you upgrade windows and install a heat pump at the same time, you get the best of both worlds. This rebate rewards you for choosing windows that keep out the cold and excessive heat while installing a heat pump for greater energy savings and comfort.
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Rebates and qualifications
| Equipment | Customer Rebate |
|---|---|
Electric Resistance Heat Conversion to Air Source Heat Pump |
$3,000 |
Electric Resistance Heat Conversion to Air Source Heat Pump Cold climate heat pump 8.5 HSPF2/16 SEER2 and Windows with U-Factor of 0.22 or lower |
$4,000 |
Trade ally rebates are available, click here for details.
Ensure the home qualifies:
- Must be existing home, not new construction.
- Previous primary heat source must have been a permanently installed electric resistance heating system (i.e. electric baseboard, or electric ceiling/wall) source that served at least 80 percent of the home’s conditioned living space.
- Work completed must comply with all building codes and standards.
Requirements for all air source heat pump installations:
- Work must be completed by a Program-eligible HVAC Contractor listed on the Program-Eligible HVAC Contractor List, do-it-yourself installations are not eligible for rebates.
- Heat pump must be installed according to the specifications outlined in the Wyoming Technical Specifications Manual.
- Minimum 7.5 HSPF2 (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor), 14.3 SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio).
- Heat pump must be a new, air-source split or packaged unitary heat pump with an AHRI (Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute) Standard Rating Cooling Capacity of 65,000 BTU/hr (5.4 tons) or less.
- Heat pump must be listed on the AHRI Certified Directory.
- Homes are eligible for one unit. If a customer is applying for two units or more, please contact the program before applying as additional information is required.
- New heat pump must be the current primary heat source and must service at least 80 percent of the home’s conditioned living space.
Additional requirements for heat pump upgrade
- Minimum 8.5 HSPF2 (Heating Seasonal Performance Factor), 16 SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio).
- New heat pump must be the current primary heat source and must service at least 80 percent of the home’s conditioned living space.
Requirements for window installations
- At least 80% of the homes windows must be replaced
- The air source heat pump project and window project must be completed within 90 days
- Maximum U-factor of 0.22 or lower
- Windows must be installed in a finished or conditioned living space with a permanently installed heating system.
- Work completed must comply with all building codes and standards.
- Window units that have previously received an rebate through the program do not qualify for additional rebates if replaced.
- Rebates are limited to one-time installations within the qualified space of the home and will not exceed window purchase price.
- See the window rebate page for additional rules and requirements.
Additional program rules:
- If you plan to do a window and air source heat pump bundle, please reach out to the program prior to installation by email to wattsmarthomes@rockymountainpower.net
- Submit all documents so they are received within 90 days of the qualifying service completion.
- Rebate not to exceed project costs.
- For multifamily projects, please contact the program for details on how to apply.
Required documents:
- Heat Pump Application, completed and signed.
- Itemized receipt or contractor invoice.
- AHRI certificate.
- Third Party Payment Addendum for applicants who would like to forward payment to a third party not listed on the utility account.
- Manual J or equivalent load calculation (for heat pump best practice installation and sizing only).
- Manufacturer’s specification sheet or NFRC (National Fenestration Rating Council) stickers for each window.
Customer eligibility
Residential electric customers residing in the state of Wyoming who purchase their electricity from Rocky Mountain Power on rate schedules 2 or 18 qualify. Landlords who own rental properties served by the company in the state of Wyoming where the tenant is billed on rate schedules 2 or 18 also qualify for this program. You can locate your rate schedule on your bill or by calling 1-888-221-7070.
Application details
Prior to starting a project, find and contact a qualified heating and cooling contractor. Note that some rebates require a qualified contractor to install your new equipment. Review the eligibility requirements, rebate qualifications and the list of required documents with your contractor before submitting your rebate application. Equipment and service work may be inspected for compliance.
Please include the following with your online application:
- Your Rocky Mountain Power account number.
- Digital image of your itemized receipt or contractor’s invoice.
- Manufacturer’s specification sheet or NFRC (National Fenestration Rating Council) stickers for each window.
Important details:
- Complete and submit your online application within 90 days of installation.
- Your rebate will be issued within 14 business days after we review and approve your application. Missing information may delay processing and delivery.
- Please enter your service address and account number exactly as it’s shown on your bill. You can find this information in the areas indicated below.
