Every heat pump program we found for the Seattle area, with the equipment rule that decides which models qualify. Checked against each
program's own page on October 19, 2026. Most utility programs need an AHRI-matched system; check the exact pairing in the AHRI directory before you sign.
Seattle Clean Heat Program (oil to heat pump)
Open City of Seattle Office of Sustainability and Environment
Heat pump amounts$2,000 instant rebate for switching from oil heat, plus a $4,000 bonus for moderate-income households (81%-150% AMI; for example $116,650-$246,600 for 4 people), for up to $6,000. Households below the lower limit 'may be eligible for a free conversion through the Office of Housing.'
Equipment rule'A qualified Mitsubishi electric heat pump.' The page names no other brands and no NEEP or cold-climate specification. The oil tank must be decommissioned per Seattle Fire Department requirements.
Other conditionsA participating contractor is required (linked network).
seattle.gov ↗ · checked October 19, 2026
Seattle City Light air-source heat pump instant contractor discounts
Open Seattle City Light, through participating distributors
Heat pump amountsAir-source heat pumps under 5.4 tons: SEER2 15.2 with HSPF2 8.1 or higher, $300; HSPF2 8.5 or higher, $400; SEER2 16.0 with HSPF2 9.5 or higher, $600.
Equipment ruleSEER2/HSPF2 tiers as listed, and the unit must be under 5.4 tons. No NEEP, AHRI or ENERGY STAR requirement is stated.
Other conditions'Contractor instant discounts are available only through participating distributors'; 'Do-it-yourself installations are not eligible for a heat pump rebate.'
seattle.gov ↗ · checked October 19, 2026
PSE electric resistance to air-source heat pump conversion rebate
Open Puget Sound Energy
Heat pump amounts$1,500, or $2,400 for income-qualified Efficiency Boost customers. The page mentions a higher rebate for manufactured or mobile homes without giving the amount.
Equipment ruleDucted: an AHRI-certified, centrally ducted, all-electric air-source heat pump. Ductless: 'Only fully ductless systems qualify', AHRI-certified variable-speed inverter mini- or multi-split, at least 3/4 ton in heating mode. Either type 'must meet or exceed the current national energy efficiency standard'. Backup heat must be electric only (no dual fuel), with resistance lockout recommended at 35°F or below and compressor lockout disabled or set to 0°F or below. An indoor unit must be in the main living area.…
Other conditionsUse a PSE Recommended Energy Professional or Trade Ally: 'You may not use an out-of-network contractor or complete the work yourself.'
pse.com ↗ · checked October 19, 2026
PSE Moderate-Income Fuel-Switching Heat Pump rebate
Open Puget Sound Energy
Heat pump amounts'Get a $4,000 rebate based on your income' when replacing PSE natural gas heat with a qualifying air-source heat pump.
Equipment ruleAHRI Certified, ducted or ductless, meeting the current national heat pump efficiency standard. Ductless units must be variable-speed inverter mini- or multi-splits of at least 3/4 ton, with a head in the main living area. Compressor lockout must be disabled or set at or below the balance point. Electric backup must be locked out, with a recommended setting 5°F above the balance point. Homes with existing electric resistance or hybrid heat pump systems are not eligible.
Other conditions'Must be installed by a PSE Trade Ally or REP.'
pse.com ↗ · checked October 19, 2026
Washington State HEAR (Climate Commitment Act funds) via local administrators
Not open yet Washington State Department of Commerce, through 40 local administrators (e.g., City of Seattle, King County, City of Shoreline, City of Tacoma, Pierce County, Energy Smart Eastside, Seattle 2030 District)
Heat pump amountsVaries by local administrator; Commerce's page gives no amounts.
Equipment rule'All equipment must meet ENERGY STAR or AHRI certification.' Eligible types: ducted, ductless, packaged terminal air-source and ground-source heat pumps.
Other conditionsNot stated on Commerce's page.
StatusOperating through local administrators for households at or below 150% AMI. Federal IRA rebates in Washington have not launched; that is a separate program.
commerce.wa.gov ↗ · checked October 19, 2026
Tacoma Power heat pump rebates and loans
Open Tacoma Power (Tacoma Public Utilities)
Heat pump amountsReplacing zonal or electric forced-air heat: ductless (up to 4 units) $1,000; ductless (5+ units) $650; air-source $1,000; variable-speed $2,000 when replacing an electric forced-air furnace. Replacing non-electric heat: variable-speed $1,000. Replacing an existing heat pump: variable-speed $1,000. Homes with existing electric heat can also get 7-year 0% loans up to $20,000, and income-qualified customers a deferred loan plus rebate.
Equipment ruleAHRI-certified high-efficiency heat pumps only. Rebates need at least HSPF 9.0 or HSPF2 7.5, and SEER 15 or SEER2 14.3. Ductless units must be installed in the main area of the home.
Other conditions'You must use a Tacoma Power Participating Contractor'; DIY installs are not eligible.
mytpu.org ↗ · checked October 19, 2026
Snohomish County PUD heat pump instant rebates
Open Snohomish County PUD
Heat pump amountsDucted conversion $1,800 (minimum 7.5 HSPF2 / 13.8 SEER2). Ducted inverter-driven $2,500 (minimum 8.5 HSPF2 / 13.8 SEER2). Taken off the bill by the registered contractor.
Equipment ruleHSPF2/SEER2 minimums as listed. For electrically heated homes; 'Electric heat must be a primary heating source'. Eligible homes are single-family, manufactured, and units in buildings of up to four attached dwellings.
Other conditions'Must be installed by a PUD registered contractor.'
snopud.com ↗ · checked October 19, 2026
