​​​​​​​​​Heating System Rebates

Since heating remains the top user of energy in homes today, new homebuyers will appreciate it when you build homes that provide the comfort and energy efficiency that natural gas heating equipment provides.

​Natural Gas Heating Systems

​​Heating system type Efficiency Rating ​Rebate amount
​​Forced-air furnace​≥ 95% AFUE
​​$350
​92% to 94.9% AFUE
​$50
​ Boiler
​≥ 91% AFUE condensing boiler
​$500
​Tankless water heater + air handling unit
​≥ .87 UEF​$750
Increased!
​Single vertical package unit
​≥ 90% thermal efficiency​
​$150

Note: For rebate to apply, the new equipment must be listed and AFUE verified on the current Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) or ENERGY STAR​​®​ websites.

Smart Thermostats

​Thermostat type ​Rebate amount
​Tier 3
​$50

Examples of eligible thermostats

How the Program Works

  1. Buy and install the best qualifying heating system in homes built on CenterPoint Energy Service lines between Jan. 1 - Dec. 31.

    Online Submission
  2. Have your heating dealer submit a rebate application for your installation (including electronic copy of the dated invoice) through our online rebate processing system. You will receive your rebate faster if your dealer submits the application on your behalf through the dealer-only rebate processing system.

    Paper Submission
    Your dealer should complete and return a paper application if they don't submit the rebate application online. As with the online submission, a copy of the dated invoice must be included.
    Heating System Rebate Form (PDF)

  3. Receive your rebate check within eight weeks of when we get the completed rebate application.
Please note: This rebate offer is only available for Minnesota residential homes served with natural gas from CenterPoint Energy. Rebates are paid on a first-come, first-served basis. Rebate applies to the new equipment listed and AFUE verified in the Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI) directory.​