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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 below 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 $750 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.
Smart thermostats
Save energy automatically when you’re away. Smart thermostats can be controlled from anywhere, and some can even program themselves, heating or cooling your home at times that work best with your rate plan.
Please note that SMUD thermostat rebates are not available in stores. To claim the $25 instant rebate, please shop smart thermostats online at SMUD Energy Store.
Heat pump water heater upgrade
Replace your water heater with a NEEA Tier III or IV heat pump water heater with a Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) of 2.87 or higher.
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.
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 (heat pump)
Must have a qualifying multi-stage electric heat pump heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system installed by a participating contractor in the SMUD Contractor Network.
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.
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Tax Credits Federal tax credits are also available for qualifying HVAC systems installed between 2017 and 2021. Tax Credit: 10% of cost up to $300. Learn more about these tax credits here. |
Smart thermostats
Save energy automatically when you’re away. Smart thermostats can be controlled from anywhere, and some can even program themselves, heating or cooling your home at times that work best with your rate plan.
Please note that SMUD thermostat rebates are not available in stores. To claim the $25 instant rebate, please shop smart thermostats online at SMUD Energy Store.
Compact Fluorescent Light (CFL) bulb recycling
Did you know? In California, it's against the law to toss any light bulbs containing mercury into the regular trash. Because they contain small amounts of mercury, CFLs must be recycled. Find out where you can recycle these light bulbs.
How to get your rebate
Instant rebates on SMUD Energy Store are applied directly in your cart. Click “Check rebate eligibility” in your cart and complete the verification process by entering your SMUD service address or SMUD account number. Any qualifying instant rebates will be automatically applied to your order after verification and agreeing to the Rebate Terms and Conditions.
Smart thermostats
Save energy automatically when you’re away. Smart thermostats can be controlled from anywhere, and some can even program themselves, heating or cooling your home at times that work best with your rate plan.
Please note that SMUD thermostat rebates are not available in stores. To claim the $25 instant rebate, please shop smart thermostats online at SMUD Energy Store.
LED bulbs
LEDs use at least 75% less energy—and last up to 25 times longer—than traditional incandescent bulbs.
Power strips
Protect your equipment from damaging power surges while you help lower your electric bill by eliminating “vampire” or “phantom” loads (unnecessary power drain by devices that are plugged in but not in use).
Showerheads
Lower your energy and water utility costs without sacrificing comfort and performance. You can save water and still get good pressure and temperature, and even get alerts when the water’s hot.
Rebate applies to City of Sacramento Water customers only. View terms and conditions for more details.
Smart sprinkler controllers
Welcome to the new wave of watering precision! Control from your smartphone, set up schedules, even adjust for the weather. Choose between an 8-zone or 16-zone model depending the size of your yard and landscape design. Plus, find out how to claim a total rebate of $400.
Rebate applies to City of Sacramento Water customers only. View terms and conditions for more details.
Smart lighting starter kits
Get your smart lighting system started with Philips Hue kits that include two or four smart bulbs, plus the Hue Bridge, for complete and custom control over your home lighting.
Energy Saving Kit
Get a quick start to making your home more energy-efficient with these easy-to-use basics, all in one handy kit.
Faucet aerators
Aerators save you water while reducing the amount of energy needed to heat it. You can find models that change the direction, pattern spray, pressure and flow of water, too.
Rebate applies to City of Sacramento Water customers only. View terms and conditions for more details.
Water Conservation Kit
The Deluxe Water Saving Kit is the perfect introduction to conserving water throughout your home, featuring energy upgrades to your kitchen and bathroom sinks, plus your shower.
Rebate applies to City of Sacramento Water customers only. View terms and conditions for more details.
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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