Duke Energy Smart Saver Heat Pump Program

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About This Program

Enhanced rebate program for income-qualified Duke Energy customers installing qualifying electric heat pumps. Provides significantly higher rebates than standard program, plus free energy efficiency improvements. Covers up to 100% of heat pump installation cost for very low-income households.

Enhanced rebate for income-qualified customers, amount varies by income and system

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In Lumberton, NC, you can combine this program with other local help to cut your cost:

Key Details

  • Enhanced rebates up to $6,500 for income-qualified
  • Can cover 100% of heat pump installation cost
  • Income at or below 200% federal poverty level
  • Includes free energy efficiency upgrades
  • Duke Energy customers in North Carolina

How to Apply

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Your application paperwork

Duke Energy offers this rebate to its residential customers who install the qualifying energy-efficient equipment this program covers. You apply through the utility's rebate program, usually online with your account, your paid invoice, and the equipment's model or efficiency rating. Many rebates are submitted by a participating contractor and paid after the equipment is installed, so confirm the current rebate and rules on the official page first.

Steps to apply

  1. Confirm you are a Duke Energy residential customer and your project uses equipment that meets the program's efficiency requirements.
  2. Check the official rebate page for the current rebate amount, eligible equipment, and whether a participating contractor is required.
  3. Buy and install the qualifying equipment (keep the itemized paid invoice and the equipment model or AHRI / ENERGY STAR information).
  4. Submit the rebate application online within the program's deadline (often the contractor submits it for you), then receive the rebate after approval.
Get the official form

Documents you will likely need

  • Your Duke Energy account information.
  • The itemized paid invoice or receipt for the equipment and installation.
  • The equipment's model number and efficiency rating (AHRI certificate or ENERGY STAR label).
  • Proof of the installation date.
Download this checklist (PDF)

Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.

Deadline: Year-round; subject to funding availability

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