Heating & Cooling Rebates | Save Energy & Money

For HVAC equipment installed on or after April 2, 2018, SCE&G has increased its rebates and made it easier to purchase an ENERGY STAR unit.

Available Rebates

Receive rebates toward the cost of purchasing and installing new ENERGY STAR qualified central AC and heat pumps, as well as making ductwork improvements in existing residences. Rebates include:

Heating and Cooling New Equipment

$300 - $500- ENERGY STAR qualified air conditioning systems or heat pumps

Ductwork Improvements

$150 - Sealing existing ductwork
$150 - Insulating existing ductwork
$300 - Complete duct replacement

Program Overview

Find out how to take advantage of rebates when you purchase high efficiency equipment, or make selected energy efficiency improvements.

Key Benefits

Replacing older, less efficient equipment with ENERGY STAR qualified equipment can reduce energy use and cost, and improve your home’s comfort.
Asking your contractor to inspect and evaluate your home's duct system and seal, insulate, and/or repair it as needed can maximize the efficiency of your new equipment.

Eligibility

You must be an SCE&G electric residential customer to be eligible.
Rebates vary according to the type and efficiency level of the equipment installed.
Newly installed heating and cooling equipment must be of the same type as the unit being replaced.
While South Carolina code requires duct leakage testing with a duct blaster for complete duct replacement, SCE&G also requires the same testing for duct sealing.
This program does not allow fuel switching. (Example: Central air conditioners must be replaced with central air conditioners and heat pumps must be replaced with heat pumps. Converting from a central air conditioner, gas furnace, or gas pack to an electric heat pump does not qualify for the rebate.)
This program does not provide rebates for new equipment that does not replace old equipment of the same type. Ground source heat pumps do not qualify for rebates.

Natural Gas Rebates

Converting to natural gas? You may be eligible for up to a $200 bill credit.

For more information, call 1-877-510-7234.

Questions & Answers

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If I receive my electricity from a co-op and natural gas from SCE&G, can I qualify for the HVAC and ductwork rebates?: No, you must receive residential electric service from SCE&G to be eligible for the EnergyWise Heating & Cooling rebate program. However, if you convert to natural gas heat or water heat, you may be eligible for a $200 bill credit from SCE&G. If you convert to a natural gas cooktop or logs, you may be eligible for a $50 bill credit. See available gas rebates.
Are federal tax credits available with the purchase of new heating and cooling equipment?: Under the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018 which was signed in February 2018, a number of tax credits for residential energy efficiency that had expired at the end of 2016 were renewed. Tax credits for non-business energy property are now available retroactive to purchases made through December 31, 2017. CLICK HERE for information about federal tax credits.
Does my installer have to be a licensed contractor?: Yes, a licensed mechanical contractor must perform your HVAC equipment installation and ductwork improvement(s). We do not provide rebates for self-installed or DIY projects. While South Carolina code requires duct leakage testing with a duct blaster for complete duct replacement, SCE&G also requires the same testing for duct sealing.
How long do I have to apply for my rebate, once my new equipment is installed or improvements are made to my ductwork?: You must submit your completed paperwork within 90 days of installation.
Will I receive my rebate as a check or a bill credit?: All rebates are paid by check to the account holder.
How long will it take for me to receive my check?: The average processing time is 4-6 weeks. Please be aware that during peak heating and cooling seasons we receive a large volume of applications. To ensure your check will be delivered in a timely manner, please use the checklist provided with each application.
Why does my new equipment type have to match my removed equipment type (a heat pump must replace a heat pump and a central A/C must replace a central A/C)?: If the installed equipment does not match the removed equipment, this is called “fuel switching”. Fuel switching occurs when an old HVAC unit of a certain fuel type (electricity or gas) is replaced with a new unit that uses a different fuel type. (Ex. If you replace an old gas unit with a new electric heat pump, this is considered fuel switching.)
What is an AHRI number?: AHRI (Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute) is the most trusted source of performance certification for HVAC equipment. AHRI tests the performance of equipment and assigns a unique identifying number, which can then be used to look up performance information to include the SEER, EER and HSPF ratings. Your HVAC contractor should provide the AHRI number on your application.
Why is 15 SEER the minimum efficiency level that you provide a rebate for?: Since our program follows ENERGY STAR^® guidelines, we revised our minimum efficiency requirements to meet the ENERGY STAR^® minimum efficiency level, which is now 15 SEER.
Are ground source heat pumps eligible for a rebate?: No. Ground source heat pumps are not eligible for a rebate. However, please consult your tax advisor for information regarding home improvement tax credits which may cover ground source heat pumps.