Program update (August 2026): Georgia's rebate programs are changing. The Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) program is open now at every income level, and the state is preparing to relaunch the HEAR program with new eligibility rules. To find out what your home qualifies for, check your rebate tier or call (404) 798-9672.
Georgia homeowners have saved remarkable amounts on heat pumps through the Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) and Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) programs, and there's still real money on the table today.
Let's do a deep dive into the Georgia energy rebates available for heat pumps. We'll look at what's open now, what's coming next, and ways to maximize your savings.
Qualifying for heat pump rebates through the Georgia HER program
Installing a new heat pump HVAC system can help you qualify for rebates under Georgia's HER program, which is open right now.
The HER program provides rebates to homeowners pursuing energy efficiency improvements resulting in at least 20% overall energy use reduction. There is no income cap. Any household that saves enough energy through qualifying improvements can receive a rebate!
Not sure it's the right time to switch to a heat pump? The HER program also provides rebates when you upgrade to a more efficient gas furnace and air conditioning system. The replacement AC + furnace system still needs to contribute to a minimum of 20% overall energy use reduction.
For all the details, see our comprehensive guide to the HER program. Here's a rundown of the basic requirements for receiving a rebate through HER:
- Perform energy-efficient home improvements resulting in at least 20% overall energy reduction. Improvements resulting in 35% reduction or higher qualify for the largest rebates.
- Use a HER-approved contractor to perform qualifying equipment installations. This includes installation of new heat pump systems.
IMPORTANT: Households earning 80% or less than the area median income (AMI) qualify for larger rebates up to $16,000. Households earning more than 80% of AMI qualify for rebates up to $4,000.
PV Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is a state-approved contractor for the Georgia HER program! We've created a Customer Advocate Center that's 100% dedicated to helping you maximize your rebates!
Contact our Customer Advocate Center today to take full advantage of this savings opportunity!
Georgia's HEAR program and heat pump rebates
There's another path to heat pump rebate savings: the Georgia HEAR program.
A quick status note: the state closed HEAR to new applications on August 10, 2026 and is preparing to relaunch the program with new eligibility rules. Final rebate amounts for the relaunched program haven't been published yet.
Under the program's previous rules, HEAR was income-capped at 150% of 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. Qualifying installations required ENERGY STAR-certified heat pumps installed by a contractor approved by the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA), and the relaunched program is expected to remain income-based.
Whatever the new rules bring, one thing won't change at PV: we perform a Manual J load calculation on every installation, at no charge, to ensure your system is sized exactly right for your home.
PV is an approved contractor for the HEAR program, and our team can pre-qualify you now so your application is ready to file the day it reopens. Funds will be first come, first served. Contact our Customer Advocate Center today to get first in line, or to find out whether the HER program makes the most sense for your home right now!
Other ways to save on a heat pump right now
While the state finalizes the new HEAR program, there's live savings you can stack today. Through November 20, 2026, Carrier Cool Cash offers up to $2,100 in rebates on qualifying Carrier Infinity® and Performance™ systems, including heat pumps, plus 0% APR financing for 60 months with approved credit. Cool Cash requires no application from you. The rebate comes right off your invoice at the time of sale, and it can combine with state rebates where program rules allow.
(One heads-up: the federal 25C tax credit for heat pumps expired at the end of 2025, so if you read about a 30% federal tax credit elsewhere, that information is out of date.)
Claim your rebate savings today
Our Customer Advocate Center is ready to help you determine your program eligibility, find the best upgrades for your home, and maximize your rebates.
Please note: We currently serve homeowners in the Metro Atlanta area only.
To see where you stand, check your rebate tier on our Georgia rebates page, it takes about 10 seconds, or call a PV customer advocate at (404) 798-9672 today!
Why choose PV for your heat pump system installation
By working with us for your heat pump replacement, you can maximize your savings and enjoy an extremely low net cost for the installation. PV Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is a GEFA-approved HVAC contractor for both the HEAR and HER programs, and a Georgia Power HEIP Affiliated Installer!
To learn more about heat pump rebates in Georgia or to schedule a consultation, contact our Customer Advocate Center today!
