IDEA Air Source Heat Pump-Upgrade Rebate

Offered to customers of participating Idaho Energy Authority utilities who meet eligibility requirements.

Pre-approval is strongly encouraged. Please apply before work is scheduled.

Eligible homes

Single-family Site Built (4 units or less) or Manufactured homes.
New Construction is eligible.
Any pre-existing heat source is allowed, including an old heat pump.

Qualifications

Installation of a new, centrally-ducted Air Source Heat Pump is performed by a licensed contractor.
The new heat pump must be Variable-Speed or inverter-driven, with documentation of the manufacturer specifications.
The contractor provides the new heat pump’s AHRI certificate or reference number (from the Air conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute).
The AHRI certificate demonstrates the minimum efficiency requirement.

Minimum efficiency requirement

7.5 HSPF2 and 14.3 SEER2
or
8.8 HSPF and 15 SEER

Rebate: $600

Electric Forced Air Furnace Conversions

For customers with an Electric Forced Air Furnace who are installing their home’s first centrally-ducted Air Source Heat Pump, please see the conversion rebate.

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Utility Name

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Who is submitting this application?

Contractor

Customer

Home Type*

Site Built Home (4 units or less)

Manufactured Home

New Construction

What is the home's primary heating system, prior to the new heat pump?*

Heat Pump

Electric Forced Air Furnace

Electric Zonal (wall, baseboards, ceiling, space heaters)

Gas or Oil Forced Air Furnace

Wood or Pellet Stove

No Existing Heat

Is the new heat pump Variable Speed or inverter driven?

Yes

Unsure

Before you continue, please refer to the manufacturer's information to answer Yes or No. If necessary, you may continue this form and complete an application marked Unsure.

Your project does not qualify for this rebate. Thank you for your interest.

Year home was built*

Use estimate if needed.

Home square footage*

Interior living space

New Heat Pump Manufacturer*

New Outdoor Unit Model Number*

Is the heat pump installation complete?*

Yes

Installation Date*

Month

Day

Year

Proposed Installation Date*

Month

Day

Year

Please complete your application now. After installation, you will need to send us your final documents:

Copy of the manufacturer description or specifications that shows the unit is Variable Speed or inverter driven.
Final invoice showing the complete model number for the new heat pump's outdoor unit being installed.

Please complete your application now. After installation, you will need to send us your final invoice. It must show the complete model number for the new heat pump's outdoor unit being installed.

AHRI VERIFICATION

The contractor must provide this information.

Do you have the AHRI Certificate for your new heat pump?*

Yes

Upload AHRI Certificate*

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Max. file size: 128 MB.

Do you have the AHRI Reference Number only, instead of the document?*

Yes

AHRI Certified Reference Number*

You may complete the application without it. Please obtain the required AHRI information from your contractor as soon as it is convenient.

PROGRAM REFERENCE

Air Source Heat Pumps that receive a BPA-qualified rebate must meet the program's installation specifications. Please review the 2-page fact sheet, which includes best practices.

Upload Manufacturer Description or Specifications*

Please provide a copy of information from the manufacturer that shows if the unit is Variable Speed or inverter driven.

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Max. file size: 128 MB.

Upload Final Invoice*

Please ensure the final invoice shows the complete, exact model number for the new heat pump's outdoor unit that was installed.

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Max. file size: 128 MB.

Installation Address*

For the home receiving the new heat pump.

Street Address City State ZIP Code

Contractor*

Name of Contact Person

Contractor Phone

Contractor Email*

Enter Email Confirm Email

Are you the Utility Account Holder named on the bill at the Installation Address?*

Yes

Utility Account Number (if known)

Utility Account Holder's Name (if known)

What is your relationship to the utility account holder?*

Homeowner

Landlord or Property Manager

Family

Tenant or Resident

Other

Homeowner Name*

First Last

What is the home's residence status?*

Owner occupied

Renter/Tenant occupied

Other

Renter/Tenant Name (optional)

Homeowner Phone*

Homeowner Email*

Enter Email Confirm Email

Homeowner Email (optional)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Does the homeowner use a different mailing address?*

Yes

Mailing Address*

If the rebate is paid with a check, it will be mailed to this address.

Street Address City State ZIP Code

Application Notes

Please insert any notes that you would like us to review with your application. (This is not required to submit the application.)

Terms & Conditions*

I agree to the Terms & Conditions

I understand that:

Rebate(s) may be changed or discontinued at any time.

The equipment/product(s) must be installed to program requirements and specifications. I accordingly certify that I, or my contractor, have reviewed the specifications prior to beginning work.

The equipment/product(s) must be installed in compliance with federal, state and local building and environmental codes and manufacturer instructions.

When selecting a contractor, it is the applicant’s responsibility to request proof of insurance and licensing that meets state requirements. Validating qualifications before work begins is strongly recommended.

By completing this document, I certify that the equipment/product(s) are installed at the address indicated on this application, and that this address is within service territory.
Discrepancies in the application’s information can invalidate the rebate request.

This program is provided in partnership with Bonneville Power Administration and utilizes federal funding. Project information may be shared for processing or compliance purposes.

The applicant assumes the responsibility of any loss or damages that may occur in connection with the upgrade.

Does not endorse any particular manufacturer, contractor, or product.

Reserves the right to inspect completed work and installed product(s).

Disclaims any warranty, whether expressed or implied, regarding the energy efficiency improvement(s) listed on this application for any equipment, materials or labor associated with installation, maintenance, repair, or any energy savings associated with use.

Does not accept any liability resulting from participation in a rebate program.

By submitting this application, I confirm that the information provided is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Please allow 8 to 10 weeks to receive rebate, after receipt of all required documentation.

Last Update: 10/17/24