SMECO (Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative)
Eligible Areas: All of Charles and St. Mary’s counties, all but the northern tip of Calvert County, and the southern portion of Prince George’s County – map
Program Dates: January – December 2020
Rebate Type: Midstream (Incentive is issued to the Distributor, with payment or credit to the contractor.)
Qualifying Equipment:
| Equipment Type | Efficiency Level | Rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Air Source Heat Pump (Tier 1) | ≥ 16 SEER, ≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 9 HSPF^ | $400 |
| Air Source Heat Pump (Tier 2) | ≥ 18 SEER, ≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 9.5 HSPF^ | $650 |
| Central AC (Tier 1) | ≥ 16 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER^ | $300 |
| Central AC (Tier 2) | ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 12.5 EER^ | $500 |
| Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump (Single Zone) | ≥ 18 SEER, ≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 9.0 HSPF | $250 |
| Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump (Multi Zone) | ≥ 15.5 SEER, ≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 8.6 HSPF | $400 |
| Smart Thermostat | Qualifying ENERGY STAR® Certified Models | $100 |
*Pepco and Delmarva Power only.
^The EER requirement on all Heat Pumps and Central A/C units has been lowered to 12.5 as of 6/17/2020.
Reimbursement: The contractor must apply online at: https://smecomidstream.icfwebservices.com/
Note: If the contractor does not have a login, they can request access here.
Application Deadline: Within 30 days of equipment install date
Documentation Required:
- Customer Detail
- Contractor invoice w/ instant rebate noted as individual line item SMECO Residential HVAC Rebate
- Customer Letter Form
- AHRI Certificate #
- HVAC Distributors Invoice #
BGE, PEPCO, & Delmarva Power
Eligible Areas: Residential customers in BGE, Pepco, & Delmarva Power (DPL) service areas
Program Dates: November 2019 – December 2020 (while funds last)
Rebate Type: Midstream (Incentive is issued to the Distributor, with payment or credit to the contractor.)
Qualifying Equipment:
| Equipment Type | Efficiency Level | Rebate† |
|---|---|---|
| Ductless Heat Pump - Multi Zone | > 15.5 SEER and > 12.5 EER and > 8.6 HSPF | $400 |
| Ductless Heat Pump - Single Zone | > 18 SEER and > 12.5 EER and > 9.0 HSPF | $250 |
| Central Air Conditioner (Tier 1) | > 16 SEER and > 12.5 EER ^ | $300 |
| Central Air Conditioner (Tier 2) | > 18 SEER and > 12.5 EER^ | $500 |
| Air Source Heat Pump (Tier 1) | > 16 SEER and > 12.5 EER^ and > 9.0 HSPF | $400 |
| Air Source Heat Pump (Tier 2) | > 18 SEER and > 12.5 EER^ and > 9.5 HSPF | $650 |
| Natural Gas Furnace | > 92% AFUE w/ECM Motor (BGE Only) | $250 |
| ECM Motor (Factory Installed) | Not qualifying for the Furnace rebate above | $50 |
| Smart Thermostat* | ENERGYSTAR Certified | $100 |
*Pepco & DPL Only
†HVAC Distributors may retain up to $50 of the rebate amount as a processing fee.
^The EER requirement on all Heat Pumps and Central A/C units has been lowered to 12.5 as of 6/17/2020.
Limited Time Offer (May 22 – September 7, 2020):
- Central AC (Tier 2) – Receives an additional $50
- Air Source HP (Tier 2) – Receives an additional $50
ECM Motor Update:
Starting July 1, 2020 sales of ECM motors will no longer be eligible for a rebate. All ECM motor sales through June 30, 2020 remain eligible. All eligible sale uploads must be completed by the end of the day on July 15, 2020.
Reimbursement:
- The contractor must first validate the installation address at https://ppc.clearesult.com/
a. Username = info@hvacdist
b. Password = HVACDist-1 - Record the verification number for the install
- Submit the reimbursement request at https://hvacdist.com/empower_maryland_rebate_submission/
Application Deadline: Rebated product must be installed within 45 days of the ship date
Documentation Required:
- Customer Address
- AHRI Certificate #
- Outdoor Model # and Serial #
- Indoor Model # and Serial #
- Installation Address Verification #
- HVAC Distributors Invoice #
Potomac Edison
Eligible Areas: Residential electric customers of Potomac Edison MD
Program Dates: November 2019 – December 2020 (while funds last)
Rebate Type: Midstream (Incentive is issued to the Distributor, with payment or credit to the contractor.)
Qualifying Equipment:
| Equipment Type | Efficiency Level (AHRI Rated, as applicable) | Rebate† |
|---|---|---|
| Air Source Heat Pump (Tier 1) | ≥ 16 SEER, ≥ 13 EER, ≥ 9 HSPF | $400 |
| Air Source Heat Pump (Tier 2) | ≥ 18 SEER, ≥ 13 EER, ≥ 9.5 HSPF | $650 |
| Central AC (Tier 1) | ≥ 16 SEER and ≥ 13 EER | $300 |
| Central AC (Tier 2) | ≥ 18 SEER and ≥ 13 EER | $500 |
| Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump (Single Zone) | ≥ 18 SEER, ≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 9.0 HSPF | $250 |
| Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump (Multi Zone) | ≥ 15.5 SEER, ≥ 12.5 EER, ≥ 8.6 HSPF | $400 |
| Smart Thermostat | Qualifying ENERGY STAR® Certified Models | $100 |
| Circulating Pump | Variable Speed & < 1hp | $30 |
Reimbursement: The contractor must apply online at: potomac.buildingperformance.com
Note: If the contractor does not have a login, they can request access here.
†HVAC Distributors may retain up to $50 of the rebate amount as a processing fee.
Application Deadline: Submissions are required within 90 days of the installation date
Documentation Required:
- A distributor sales receipt indicating the type of equipment, purchase price, model and serial numbers (bulk purchase receipts will be accepted)
- An AHRI certificate or manufacturer’s specification sheet including model number, capacity and efficiency performance rating
- Customer HVAC Invoice, including program attribution
- If a new furnace was installed with CAC or HP the model detail must be included on the AHRI. This information is required to qualify
- Please include all of the required model number and serial number (indoor coil & outdoor condenser) to avoid rejections