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How to Take Advantage of Burbank Water and Power’s Heat Pump Water Heater Rebates

Looking to save money on your hot water heating bills and reduce your environmental impact? Burbank Water and Power (BWP) offers a rebate program to incentivize residents to switch to heat pump water heaters.

Eligibility for Burbank Water and Power’s Heat Pump Water Heater Rebates

Heat Pump Water Heaters can have smart home technology built inThe Burbank Water and Power’s heat pump water heater rebate program is open to all BWP residential customers (Burbank, CA). This means if you get your water heating electricity from Burbank Water and Power, you can apply for the rebate regardless of your house size or current water heater type.

Heat pump water heaters use electricity and ambient air to heat water, unlike traditional gas models that burn natural gas and contribute to greenhouse gas emissions. By switching to a heat pump water heater, you can help reduce your environmental impact and potentially qualify for additional rebates through the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, which offers federal tax credits for energy-efficient home improvements.

Additional Considerations

While the program itself doesn’t have specific eligibility requirements beyond being a BWP customer, installing a heat pump water heater may require certain considerations for your home:

HVAC Compatibility: Ensure your current HVAC system is compatible with a heat pump water heater.

Space Requirements: Heat pump water heaters can be larger than traditional models.

Electrical Wiring: Your home’s electrical system may need to be upgraded to handle the heat pump‘s electricity usage.

Consulting a qualified HVAC contractor can help you determine if a heat pump water heater is a good fit for your home.

Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate Details

Burbank Water and Power offers Heat Pump Water Heater rebatesBurbank Water and Power offers a rebate of $1,500 to incentivize residents to switch to heat pump water heaters. This rebate can help offset the upfront cost of purchasing and installing a new heat pump water heater.

In addition to the base rebate, you may also be eligible for a separate rebate to cover the cost of upgrading your electrical panel if necessary to accommodate the heat pump‘s electricity usage. Burbank Water and Power recommends contacting a qualified contractor to determine if your electrical panel needs upgrading.

Here are some additional things to consider

Rebates are subject to change, but we at Service Genius are up to speed on what you will need.  We have been helping Los Angeles residents take advantage of these generous rebates for over a year now.  If there is a change, we will know about it.

You may be eligible for additional rebates or tax credits for installing a heat pump water heater through other programs or the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.  You see, the Burbank Water and Power rebate is one of SEVERAL rebates available.  There are more State and Federal green energy rebates, as well as
green energy tech rebates.  It has been our experience that a majority that apply pay next to nothing in total for their new water heater replacement.

Heat Pump Water Heater Application Process

Best HVAC in Los Angeles, call 310 359 0260Applying for Burbank Water and Power’s heat pump water heater rebate is a straightforward process. Here’s a breakdown of the steps involved:

Download the Application: Burbank Water and Power offers a downloadable application form for various rebates, including heat pump water heaters

Complete the Application: Carefully fill out the application form, ensuring all required information is accurate and complete.

Gather Required Documents: Along with the application, you’ll need to submit supporting documents such as:

Proof of purchase receipt for the heat pump water heater

Copies of any permits required for the installation

Submit Your Application: You can submit your completed application and documents in two ways:

By Mail or in person.  We can help you with this to make it as easy as can be.

 

Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate Process Timeline

  • Application Deadline: Generally, you have six months to apply for the rebate after the permit issuance date for your heat pump water heater installation. If a permit isn’t required, the deadline is six months from the purchase date.

  • Processing Time: Burbank Water and Power states it takes 6-8 weeks to process a complete application and issue the rebate payment

Heat Pump Water Heater Rebates and What They Are For

Switching to a heat pump water heater can benefit you in several ways:

  • Energy Efficiency: Heat pump water heaters use electricity and ambient air to heat water, potentially cutting your water heating costs compared to traditional gas models

  • Environmental Friendliness: Because they rely less on fossil fuels, heat pumps can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions contributing to climate change

  • Financial Incentives: Burbank Water and Power’s heat pump water heater rebate program helps offset the upfront cost of purchasing and installing a new heater. In addition, you may be eligible for federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.

What to do next to get started?

Burbank Water and Power’s $1,500 rebate to incentivize residents to switch to heat pump water heaters is only one of the many rebates currently offered for this new green tech.  Call Service Genius Air Conditioning and Heating today and let us help you from applying to installation.  We have been leading Los Angeles in Heat Pump Water Heater installations and have all the rough edges that would just slow you down already handled.

 

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