Residential Water Heater Rebates

 

 

Replace your existing water heater before it leaks or when you upgrade your aging heating system with a high-efficiency model.​

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.


Getting started 

  • If you are purchasing a TANK water heater review our eligible tank water heater resource guide above, to be familiar with the brands and models that qualify for a rebate.
  • Work with the dealer, plumber, or retailer of your choice to purchase and install the best high efficiency natural gas water heater for your home between January 1 – December 31, 2026.
  • This rebate offer is only available for MINNESOTA residential heating customers who receive natural gas service from CenterPoint Energy.

Customer Rebate

​Type of natural gas water heater​Usage Bin Efficiency Rating according to AHRI Replacement Rebate Amount New Construction Rebate Amount​
Tank 55 gallons or less
(less than or equal to 75,000 BTU)
​Medium Usage Bin and 0.64 UEF or greater​​$250$100 for power vent​
High​ Usage Bin and 0.68 UEF or greater​​$250$100 for power vent
Tankless​​N/A 0.87 UEF or greater​

$500

$250
Combination Unit
(Tankless and Air Handler Unit)		​N/A 0.87 UEF or greater

$1,000

​$750
Commercial Tank
(greater than 75,000 Btu/hr)		​N/A 0.88 UEF or greater Thermal Efficiency​$250​​$250​
Indirect Storage Tank​​
​N/A N/A​$200​$200

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

​After installation and before you complete a rebate application 

For equipment purchased and installed by a dealer/plumber

Step 1: Contact your dealer first 

  • Contact the dealer that installed your water heater to inquire if their company is submitting the rebate on your behalf, on CenterPoint Energy’s dealer-only online rebate form. Customers receive their rebate faster when the dealer submits the rebate online.
  • Provide your email address to the dealer if you want to receive system generated emails about the status of your rebate submission. 

Step 1A: Paper application​

  • Complete a paper application if the dealer does not submit the rebate on your behalf. Enter your email address if you want system generated emails about the status of your rebate submission. 
  • Print out the completed application and obtain required signatures. 
  • Confirm that the invoice includes the required information: 
    • The details of the water heater that was purchased, including the brand, complete model number and the dealer information. The invoice must match the information on the application. A proposal or estimate are not acceptable forms for proof of purchase. Additional information may be requested from CenterPoint Energy
    • IMPORTANT: Obtain a revised invoice if it doesn’t contain all the required information.

      • Download rebate form​​​
  • ​​Once the paper application is complete with the required documentation
    Mail to:
    Residential Water Heater Rebate Program
    CenterPoint Energy
    PO Box 59038
    Minneapolis, MN 55459-0038​​

For equipment purchased from a retailer

Step 1: Collect information needed for rebate submission

  • If you purchased and installed a TANK water heater review the eligible tank water heater resource guide to ensure your water heater model qualifies for the rebate. 
  • Confirm that the retailer receipt/invoice includes the required information: 
    • The receipt must describe the water heater that was purchased, including the retailer information. The invoice must match the information on the application. A packing list or recall invoice are not acceptable forms for proof of purchase. 
    • ​IMPORTANT: Obtain a revised invoice if it does not contain all the required information. 

Step 1A: Paper application 

Step 2: Rebate Processing 

  • Rebate application must be submitted in the same calendar year that the equipment was installed. See Terms & Conditions for complete information about the rebate deadline. 
  • From the time that CenterPoint Energy receives the completed rebate application please allow up to 10 weeks for rebate to be processed. 

Contact Us

For questions not answered in the Terms and Conditions or Rebate Application:

  • You may email us​ or leave us a detailed message at 612-399-1545.
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​​​​​​​​All rebates must be submitted by Dec. 31, 2026.