Save energy and money with a high efficiency water heater rebate from CenterPoint Energy. Lower your monthly energy costs while improving the comfort of your family with a dependable, energy-efficient water heating solution.​​​

View Eligible Tank Water Heaters

TIP: When shopping for a new water heater, be sure to look first at a model’s usage bin level, then the efficiency rating to ensure the model qualifies for a rebate. If not sure where to find this information, please ask your plumber or store representative.



After home he​ating, hot water is the second largest user of energy in your home – accounting for 18 percent of your total energy use, according to the Department of Energy. ​Save now with a rebate and for years to come with lower energy bills.


Type of natural gas water heaterUsage Bin Uniform Energy Factor/Thermal Efficiency Rebate 
 
 
Tank (55 gallons or less and less than or equal to 75,000 BTU)
​Medium usage bin-and-    .64 or greater

$250 for Power vent: Replacement

$75 for Atmospheric: Replacement

​High usage bin-and-   .68 or greater

​$250 for Power vent: Replacement

$75 for Atmospheric: Replacement

Tank (greater than 75,000 BTU/hr)

88% Thermal efficiency

Commercial water heater in residential application  

 $250
Indirect storage tank​N/A$200
Tankless ​N/A.87 and higher UEFReplace tank $500
Replace tankless $250

Note: For rebate to apply, the new equipment must be listed and Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) or thermal efficiency verified on the current Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI)​ directory or ENERGY STAR@​ websites.

IMPORTANT REBATE PROCESSING REQUIREMENT

In order to submit the rebate paperwork, you will need to provide what type of water heater was removed before the new water heater was installed in the home. Enter the old type on the rebate application.

  • Tank Tankless 
  • N/A (new construction)

How the Program Work​​s 

If equipment is installed by a dealer:

  1. Review Terms and Conditions.
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  2. Work with the dealer, plumber or retailer of your choice to purchase and install the best qualifying natural gas water heater for your home between Jan. 1 - Dec. 31.

    Have your dealer, plumber or installer 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, plumber or installer 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. 
    Water Heater-Plumber Form (PDF)

  3. Allow 12 weeks for rebate processing from the time that CenterPoint Energy receives the complete rebate application.

If you install the equipment:

  1. Review Terms and Conditions
  2. Buy and install the best qualifying water heater for your home between Jan. 1 - Dec. 31.
  3. Complete the application below. Simply type your information in the interactive fields and then print your completed form. Please review all program guidelines and requirements on the back of the application.
  4. Water Heater-Retailer Form (PDF)​​​​
  5. Include a copy of your dated sales receipt/invoice (listing the qualifying natural gas water heater purchased) with your rebate form. Note: A recall or generic receipt will not be accepted.
  6. Mail the completed application, including required signatures along with the dated sales invoice within the calendar year of installation to:
  7. Water Heater Rebate Program
    CenterPoint Energy
    PO Box 59038
    Minneapolis, MN 55459-0038

  8. Allow up to 12 weeks for rebate processing from the time that CenterPoint Energy receives the complete rebate application.

Note: This rebate offer is only available for Minnesota residential customers who receive natural gas service from CenterPoint Energy. Rebates are paid on a first-come, first-served basis. 

 

 

 

​​​​​All rebates must be submitted by Dec. 31, 2023.