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Home rebates
Our rebates help customers reduce their energy use in an effort to help the community and your budget. Explore our residential rebates, learn about our instant rebates or visit our business rebates page.
Induction cooktop/range
Must install an induction cooktop/range measuring 30” or larger. Both standalone cooktops and ranges with built-in induction cooktops are eligible. Electric-to-electric replacements qualify for a $100 rebate.
Gas-to-electric replacements qualify for a $500 rebate. They require a "before" photo of the old gas cooktop/range in place and an "after" photo showing the new induction cooktop/range installed.
Refrigerator
Rebate available on ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient 2019 certified models.
Please note: the SMUD $75 ENERGY STAR Most Efficient refrigerator rebate program ended on 12/31/2019. Purchases made prior to 12/31/2019 are eligible for a rebate for 180 days from date of purchase.
Room air conditioner
Clothes washer water rebate
Water savings rebates available from participating water districts on ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient 2020 clothes washers.
- Citrus Heights Water District, $50
- City of Sacramento, $125
- Fair Oaks Water District, $50
- Orangevale Water Company, $50
Smart thermostat
Requirement: Must install an ENERGY STAR® Smart Thermostat from the list of qualifying models.
For an instant rebate shop online at SMUD Energy Store.
Heat pump water heater upgrade
After December 31, 2019, SMUD's heat pump water heater rebates will be required to be submitted by a participating contractor in the SMUD Contractor Network. Self-installations completed prior to December 31, 2019 are eligible for a rebate for 180 days from date of installation. If you completed a self-installation of a qualifying heat pump water heater prior to December 31, 2019, please email AdvancedHomeSolutions@smud.org a copy of your valid purchase receipt, installation address and your customer account number
Questions? Customers, please contact Advanced Home Solutions at 916-732-5732. Contractors, please contact Efficiency First California at 916-209-5117 or contractorsupport@efficiencyfirstca.org.
Requirement: Replace your water heater with a SMUD-approved heat pump water heater with a Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 2.87 or higher, and minimum 50-gallon capacity.
When you upgrade to a heat pump water heater, you may be eligible to join our PowerMinder pilot and receive a $150 incentive plus a monthly bill credit. Learn more
HVAC replacement (central air conditioning and/or heat pump)
Questions? Customers, please contact Advanced Home Solutions at 916-732-5732. Contractors, please contact Efficiency First California at 916-209-5117 or contractorsupport@efficiencyfirstca.org.
Requirement: Installation of qualifying air conditioning and/or heat pump system by participating contractor in the SMUD Contractor Network.
Whole house fan
Requirement: Whole house fan must be installed in a residence receiving SMUD electric service and move at least 1,000 cubic feet of air per minute (CFM).
The whole house fan rebate is ending on December 31, 2019. Purchases made prior to December 31, 2019 are eligible for a rebate for 180 days from date of purchase. If you completed an installation of a qualifying whole house fan prior to December 31, 2019, please email AdvancedHomeSolutions@smud.org a copy of your valid purchase receipt, installation address and your customer account number
Please note: SMUD’s $100 Whole House Fan rebate program ends 12/31/19.
Smart thermostat
Requirement: Must install an ENERGY STAR® Smart Thermostat from the list of qualifying models.
For an instant rebate shop online at SMUD Energy Store.
Room air conditioner
Heat pump water heater upgrade
After December 31, 2019, SMUD's heat pump water heater rebates will be required to be submitted by a participating contractor in the SMUD Contractor Network. Self-installations completed prior to December 31, 2019 are eligible for a rebate for 180 days from date of installation. If you completed a self-installation of a qualifying heat pump water heater prior to December 31, 2019, please email AdvancedHomeSolutions@smud.org a copy of your valid purchase receipt, installation address and your customer account number
Questions? Customers, please contact Advanced Home Solutions at 916-732-5732. Contractors, please contact Efficiency First California at 916-209-5117 or contractorsupport@efficiencyfirstca.org.
Requirement: Replace your water heater with a SMUD-approved heat pump water heater with a Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 2.87 or higher, and minimum 50-gallon capacity.
When you upgrade to a heat pump water heater, you may be eligible to join our PowerMinder pilot and receive a $150 incentive plus a monthly bill credit. Learn more
Pool pump
Install an ENERGY STAR® variable speed pool pump and motor with automatic control systems.
SMUD offers recycling rebates to help keep our community clean and safe.
- $50 refrigerator recycling rebate
- $5 thermostat rebate
We also provide tips on how to properly recycle your light bulbs, preventing ground and water contamination.
Home Performance Program
The SMUD Home Performance Program (HPP) is a whole-house approach that bundles energy-efficiency upgrades to deliver more savings, comfort and rebate options. (Rebates are subject to availability.
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Protect your home
Our HomePower℠ coverage makes sure unexpected electrical repair bills won't ruin your budget.
Unplanned electrical repairs can be costly. We’ve got a plan designed to bring you peace of mind.
HomePower (HPS) will repair or replace common electrical components in your home when they fail due to normal wear and tear. For just $7.50 a month, you'll be covered for:
- up to $500 in electrical repairs (parts and labor) per calendar year
- a 15% discount on services not covered under the program
- repairs made by licensed contractors who warranty their work
- no deductible
You can request service about six weeks after you submit your application and are approved. You will receive information in the mail that will tell you the date on which you may begin using HPS for covered services.
Existing HPS customers can schedule an appointment by calling 1-888-742-7683.
What's covered?
- Repair and/or replacement that have existing wiring in place for the following items:
- Switches/dimmer switches
- GFI breaker & outlets
- Outside outlet cover
- Breakers/panels*
- Fuse
- Labor for select non-covered parts; needs approval
- Labor for installation of the replacement items that customer has provided (only when existing item is non-repairable):
- Ceiling fan fixture with existing fan rated box
- Bulbs
- Lighting fixtures
- Lighting control wall timer
- Bathroom exhaust fan motor
- Smoke detectors (battery operated only)
- 15% off repairs or labor of replacements not covered; needs approval
- 20% off repairs or labor of replacements for service panel
* Restrictions apply. Review the Customer Service Agreement.