Rebate programs for HVAC and insulation in Georgia changed a lot in 2025 and 2026. Here is a plain-English summary of what is available now, what has ended, and how to get the most out of what is left.
Checked October 3, 2026. Programs change, so call (706) 629-0749 or see our Georgia energy rebates guide for the latest before you plan a project.
HER: Home Efficiency Rebates (open)
HER is one of Georgia's two federally funded Home Energy Rebate programs. It rewards whole-home projects based on how much energy the work is modeled or measured to save. It is generally available across income levels and is still accepting applications.
- What it covers: insulation, air sealing, duct sealing and efficient HVAC, usually as part of a whole-home plan
- How it's measured: a before-and-after assessment of the home, including blower-door testing
- Rebate amount: depends on the energy savings and the program rules when you apply, so we confirm what applies before you decide
HEAR: Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (limited: panel and wiring with HER only)
HEAR helped income-qualified households switch to efficient electric equipment such as heat pumps, heat-pump water heaters and electrical panel upgrades. Georgia stopped accepting new HEAR applications on August 14, 2026. From October 26, 2026, it accepts new single-family applications again, with limited funding and a much narrower scope:
- What it covers: only electrical panel upgrades and wiring, completed together with an eligible HER project
- Not on its own: panel and wiring work can’t be submitted as a standalone project, and approval depends on the paired HER project being approved
- Funding: applications are reviewed first-come, first-served and depend on the program funds still available
- Not reopening: the other measures HEAR used to cover, and multifamily projects
If you already have an approved HEAR reservation, it may continue under its approved scope as long as it still meets program requirements.
The Federal 25C Tax Credit (ended)
The federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C) ended for improvements placed in service after December 31, 2025. Qualifying work installed in 2025 or earlier may still be claimed on that year's tax return; check with your tax professional.
Georgia Power and Other Utility Rebates
Utilities, including Georgia Power, run their own residential programs for things like high-efficiency equipment and smart thermostats. Offers, amounts and eligibility change often, so we check what your utility currently offers for your project.
Not every Northwest Georgia home is a Georgia Power customer. Many are served by an electric membership cooperative (EMC) or a city utility, which run their own programs. Your power bill shows which utility serves you, and that decides which utility offers you can use.
Which Upgrades to Ask About
- Heat pumps: high-efficiency heat pump and mini-split installation is one of the most common rebate-eligible upgrades.
- New HVAC systems: if your system is due for replacement, ask about efficiency-related offers before you choose equipment. See HVAC installation and replacement.
- Insulation and air sealing: often part of whole-home rebate projects. See insulation and air sealing.
- An energy audit first: whole-home programs usually need a before-and-after measurement, which is what a home energy audit provides.
How the Process Works
- Call us: we check which programs currently apply to your home and project
- Assessment: energy audit, blower-door test and documentation of the starting point
- Installation: work done to program standards with qualifying equipment
- Verification: follow-up measurements and paperwork
- Submission: we help you prepare and submit the application
- Approval: the program administrator makes the final decision and issues the rebate
