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Complete Income Qualification

All participants must verify their gross household annual income is less than 150% of the Area Median Income (AMI). A household includes all individuals living in the home, regardless of relation. You will be asked to provide documentation income. 

You can have your documents ready to apply by reviewing the IRA Income Qualification Checklist. We encourage online applications for quicker processing and results. 

This short video, IRA Home Energy Rebates Income Qualification Process, explains income qualification step-by-step.

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Select your IRA Registered Contractor or Qualifying Equipment

Now that you know what rebates you are qualified for, there are two different options to participate.* 

When Using an IRA Registered Contractor
Most HEAR rebates will require working with an IRA Registered Contractor. These trusted program partners help you choose the best qualifying equipment for your home. They will guide you through the program and install qualifying HVAC equipment, electrical upgrades, insulation, air sealing, and more.   

Note: When choosing an IRA Registered Contractor, be sure to select a contractor that participates as an IRA HEAR Installer and offers the equipment in which you are interested. 

When Installing or Purchasing Equipment Yourself
You can purchase from any store or website that carries qualifying products, if your HEAR project involves upgrading qualifying kitchen or laundry equipment or self-installing an ENERGY STAR® electric heat pump water heater.  

Stores may offer an instant discount; where, the purchase price is reduced. Or a post-purchase rebate. After you make your purchase, you will fill out your rebate request online and receive a check in the mail.

Not sure where to shop? Check here for a list of stores near you that carry qualified products. Please review the Retail Purchase Program Guide for detailed directions and eligibility BEFORE making a purchase. 

*See the chart in the Equipment Rebates section if you are not sure which path is right for you. 

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Equipment Installation

Install your new energy-efficient equipment. Your rebate may come as an instant discount on your invoice or mailed to you as a check.

Or, return here, to submit your rebate information. Be sure to keep your proof of purchase and installation information and return here to submit your rebate for your store purchase.