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.
With homeowners all across Georgia taking advantage of energy rebates, you might be wondering which energy-efficient upgrades qualify. Thanks to the Home Efficiency Rebates (HER) program and the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program, making your home more comfortable while saving energy is finally affordable for most homeowners.
That being said, only certain types of home upgrades qualify. Luckily, they tend to be the biggest, most impactful ones in terms of energy savings and comfort improvement.
Let's take a closer look at the HEAR-eligible upgrades and HER-eligible home improvements that qualify for energy rebates!
HEAR-eligible upgrades for your home
When it comes to the HEAR program, it's all about electrification. Well, almost. There are actually a few other projects that qualify for HEAR and don't involve purchasing a new electric appliance.
A quick status note first: 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, but the categories of eligible improvements give you a good idea of what the program covers. Under the previous rules, they included:
- Heat pump heating and cooling system installation
- Heat pump water heater installation
- Insulation, air sealing, and ventilation improvements
- Electric load service center (panel) installation
- Wiring adjustments and improvements
- Heat pump clothes dryer installation
- Electric range installation
Under those prior rules, rebates ranged from $840 for appliances up to $8,000 for heat pump systems, with a $14,000 per-household maximum. Installing a heat pump heating and cooling system earned the biggest rebate, and it also happens to be one of the biggest comfort and energy efficiency upgrades you can buy!
Curious about how heat pumps work? Check out our article that compares heat pumps to furnaces! We provide a balanced overview of the advantages and disadvantages of each system. Spoiler: Both are great for heating your home!
PV Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is an approved contractor for the Georgia HEAR program, and our team can pre-qualify you now so your application is ready to file the day the program reopens. Funds will be first come, first served, so being early matters.
Contact PV's Customer Advocate Center today to get first in line!
HER-eligible improvements for your home
Unlike the HEAR program, HER is open right now, and it provides rebates for energy-efficient upgrades at your Georgia home even if you're not switching to electric appliances.
With HER, the upgrades you pursue must reduce your home's overall energy consumption by at least 20%.
To ensure you hit that 20% threshold, a state-approved contractor must perform a HER program energy audit prior to performing any upgrades. A variety of improvements can contribute to the 20% energy reduction, including:
- Upgrading an existing gas furnace system to a more efficient model
- Replacing your current heat pump with a more efficient one
- Getting a more efficient water heater, whether gas or electric
- Bulking up your insulation
- Air sealing your home
- Sealing and insulating your AC and furnace ducts
By combining multiple improvements, income-eligible households can claim up to $16,000 in rebate savings through HER! Higher-income households won't be able to claim the highest rebate amounts, but any household that meets the 20% energy savings threshold can qualify for thousands in savings!
One more way to save: if Georgia Power is your utility, their Home Energy Improvement Program offers rebates on several of these same upgrades, including heat pump water heaters, duct sealing, insulation, and air sealing. As a HEIP Affiliated Installer, we can tell you exactly what applies to your project and handle the paperwork.
To find out more about HER-eligible home improvements and how to claim your maximum rebate, contact the Customer Advocate Center at PV Heating, Cooling & Plumbing!
Why choose PV Heating, Cooling & Plumbing for your HEAR and HER Georgia energy-efficient upgrades?
Because improving home comfort and energy efficiency is part of our DNA as a company. They're the principles on which we built our business, and they're what distinguish us from the other HVAC, plumbing, and home services companies out there.
At PV, our goal is to make your home as comfortable and efficient as possible with HVAC and plumbing systems that just work. The way we see it, you shouldn't have to worry about those things. Ever.
Plus, we're an approved contractor for Georgia's energy rebate programs and a Georgia Power HEIP Affiliated Installer! We're fully equipped to dive right in, help you qualify for your maximum rebate, and ensure you save as much as possible on your home improvements!
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!
