Program update (August 2026): Georgia's rebate programs are changing. The state's HEAR program, which previously covered ductless mini-splits, closed to new applications on August 10, 2026 while Georgia prepares a relaunch with new eligibility rules. The good news: Georgia Power customers can still get up to $1,000 back on a qualifying ductless mini-split right now, applied instantly through us as a HEIP Affiliated Installer. To find out exactly what your home qualifies for, check your rebate tier or call (404) 798-9672.
If you're wondering whether Georgia's energy rebate programs can help you save on ductless mini-split heat pump systems, you're in luck.
Depending on your utility, your household income, and the specifics of your installation, you can save up to $1,000 right now on a new ductless mini-split heat pump system, with more state rebate savings expected when Georgia's HEAR program relaunches.
The amount you can save depends on a host of different factors, so let's dig into the details!
When do mini-splits qualify for Georgia energy rebates?
There are three rebate paths for ductless mini-splits in Georgia right now:
- Georgia Power's Home Energy Improvement Program (HEIP), available today: Georgia Power residential customers can get up to $1,000 back on a qualifying ENERGY STAR-certified ductless mini-split. As a HEIP Affiliated Installer, we apply this rebate instantly. There's no application for you to file and no income requirement.
- Georgia's HEAR program, relaunching soon: The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program previously covered mini-split heat pumps, most commonly for additions, renovations, and bonus rooms. The state closed HEAR to new applications on August 10, 2026 and is preparing a relaunch with new eligibility rules. We can pre-qualify you now so your application files the day it reopens.
- Georgia's HER program, open now: A mini-split can also count toward the Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) program when it's part of a larger whole-home efficiency project, like one that includes sealing air gaps and adding insulation.
While homeowners don't typically replace central heating and AC systems with ductless mini-splits, supplemental comfort for an addition, renovation, or hard-to-condition room is exactly where these systems shine, and that's the use case the rebates support best.
Georgia HEAR rebates and mini-splits: income eligibility
Under HEAR's original rules, rebates were available to households earning less than 150% of the area median income (AMI), with the largest rebates, up to 100% of project cost with an $8,000 heat pump cap, reserved for households at or below 80% of AMI.
Here's where that stands today: HEAR is temporarily closed to new applications while the state finalizes the relaunched program. The new version's eligibility rules and rebate amounts haven't been published yet, though the program is expected to remain income-based. Funds will be first come, first served when it reopens.
That's why our team offers pre-qualification now. We'll gather what's needed, watch for the state's announcement, and have your application ready on day one.
Examples of Georgia rebate savings for mini-split heat pump systems
Here's what savings look like right now. Say you're a Georgia Power customer adding a mini-split to an uncomfortable upstairs bonus room, and the installation costs $9,000, about the average for a new mini-split system.
With the HEIP rebate applied instantly through us, that system could cost you $8,000, with no income test and no paperwork on your end. Stack our current manufacturer promotions and financing options on top, and the numbers get even friendlier. Call and we'll run them for your exact project.
And when the state's HEAR program reopens, income-qualified households may be able to save considerably more. If you pre-qualify with us now, we'll run your numbers both ways the moment the new rules are out.
Why choose PV for your ductless mini-split installation
At PV, we're proud to be an approved contractor for Georgia's energy rebate programs, a Georgia Power HEIP Affiliated Installer, and a Carrier Ductless Contractor, meaning our team is certified by Carrier to install these unique, ultra-efficient heating and cooling systems.
We've also been planning for, installing, and consulting on mini-split HVAC systems since almost the beginning of the company! Our team has received special training on ductless mini-split systems and continues to receive continuing education about mini-split technology, its applications, and how to ensure customers receive the best possible installation.
When you choose us, you're getting a team of licensed, seasoned local HVAC experts who always prioritize your long-term comfort. It's why we always perform Manual J load calculations before every installation. We want you to have an HVAC system that performs at the highest level, for as long as possible!
To find out how much you can save on a new mini-split system, check your rebate tier or call a PV Customer Advocate at (404) 798-9672 today!
