For qualifying commercial installations of new electric “mini-split” Ductless Heat Pumps (DHP).

Retrofit: $1,000 per ton

Pre-condition: The existing building’s space is conditioned by a permanently installed system with zonal or forced air, electric resistance heat as the primary heating source. No other heating sources are eligible.

Post-condition: Efficiency requirements apply to new DHP, according to outdoor unit type.

  • Non-ducted: 10.4 HSPF2 / 11.0 HSPF
  • Ducted or mixed: 9.4 HSPF2 / 10.0 HSPF

Upgrade: $300 per ton

Pre-condition: None. The DHP Upgrade rebate may be used for any project where the post-condition requirements are met.

Post-condition: Efficiency requirements apply to new DHP, according to outdoor unit type.

  • Non-ducted: 10.4 HSPF2 / 11.0 HSPF
  • Ducted or mixed: 9.4 HSPF2 / 10.0 HSPF

A project can claim both Retrofit and Upgrade rebates if all conditions are met.

The AHRI certificate for each model installed is required.

To calculate the projected rebate, either:

  1. Sum the tons from all heat pumps installed, then round to the nearest whole ton; or
  2. Round each individual heat pump to the nearest whole ton, then sum all rounded tons.

Rebate(s) will not exceed 70% of the installed job cost.

If assistance is needed with this application, call (888) 883-9879 or email rebates@esgroupllc.com.

Please allow 8 to 10 weeks after receipt of all required documentation for rebate checks to be issued and mailed.

Last Update: 7/15/26