An efficient HVAC system can significantly reduce your home's energy use, carbon footprint, and energy costs.
Cape Light Compact is making it easy for Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard residents to switch to an efficient heating and cooling system with enhanced incentives for qualifying residents.
The Enhanced Residential program offers are only open to customers making between 60 and 80% of the state median income: check out our Income Guidelines to see if you qualify. Customers making above 80% are eligible for the standard offers found here.
Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are one of the most efficient ways to heat AND cool your home. Learn more about heat pumps here.
Residents who qualify for the Compact's Enhanced Residential program are eligible for 80% of the installed cost of heat pump systems.
Weatherization recommendations made during a Home Energy Assessment must be completed prior to installation to qualify.
| Equipment Type | Rebate Type | Efficiency Requirement | Additional Requirement | Enhanced Rebate Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Source Heat Pumps | Partial-Home | Refer to the Heat Pump Qualified Products List at MassSave.com/HPQPL | Heat Pumps must be used to supplement the pre-existing heating system during heating season. If pre-existing system is oil, propane or natural gas, integrated controls must be installed. (Refer to MassSave.com/ICQPL) | 80% of Installed Cost |
| Whole-Home | Heat Pumps must be used as the sole source of heating during heating season. Whole-home verification form must be completed and signed. | |||
| Air to Water Heat Pump | Whole-Home | |||
| Ground Source Heat Pumps - Closed Loop | Whole-Home | Refer to the ENERGY STAR Certified list | ||
| Ground Source Heat Pumps - Open Loop | Whole-Home | |||
| Ground Source Heat Pumps - Closed Loop | Partial-Home | Heat Pumps must be used to supplement the pre-existing heating system during heating season. | ||
| Ground Source Heat Pumps - Open Loop | Partial-Home |
Condensing Boilers and Furnaces
Weatherization recommendations made during a Home Energy Assessment must be completed prior to installation to qualify.
| Fuel Type | Equipment Type | Efficiency Requirement | Additional Requirement | Tier I Rebate Amount | Tier II Rebate Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil | Hot Air Furnace | ≥86% AFUE | Customers replacing existing condensing furnaces are not eligible for enhanced rebates. If pursuing enhanced rebates, pre-verification is required prior to installation | $4,500 | |
| Propane | Hot Air Furnace with ECM | ≥95% AFUE | Customers replacing existing condensing furnaces or boilers are not eligible for higher incentive levels. If pursuing enhanced rebates, pre-verification is required prior to installation. | $1,000 | $4,500 |
| Hot Water Boiler | ≥95% AFUE | $1,000 | $4,500 | ||
| Combined Condensing Boiler with On-Demand Water Heater | ≥95% AFUE | $4,500 | |||
| Combined Condensing Furnace with On-Demand Water Heater | ≥95% AFUE | $4,500 | |||
Rebates for natural gas systems are available through National Grid, and can be found here.
New system(s) must be replacing an existing residential electric, propane, or oil water heating and/or heating system. Visit Residential New Construction Program, Residential High-Rise New Construction Program and Renovations and Additions Program to learn more about how to participate in these programs.
How to Apply for Enhanced Rebates
Step 1
Verify eligibility. Confirm that your household income meets the eligibility requirements before applying for rebates. Please call 1-800-797-6699 to get verified.
Step 2
Prepare your home. A Home Energy Assessment is required to participate in this program. Call 1-800-797-6699 or sign up online now.
Step 3
Weatherize your home. All weatherization updates recommended for your home during the Home Energy Assessment must be completed prior to applying for the enhanced rebate. All weatherization work is available at no cost for income-verified customers.
Step 4
Work with a contractor. Heating and cooling equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor. Schedule and complete installation of eligible equipment between January 1, 2023 and December 31, 2023. If you are considering a heat pump, installations must be completed by a Mass Save Heat Pump Installer: MassSave.com/FindAHeatPumpInstaller.
Step 5
Consider financing: Interested in 0% financing? Apply for a Mass Save HEAT Loan prior to installing your equipment. Learn more at MassSave.com/HeatLoan.
Step 6
Claim your rebate. After your home is weatherized and your equipment is installed, your Home Energy Specialist will provide access to the enhanced incentive form. Submit the completed form and supporting documents to receive your rebate. Please note that you must verify your income, complete a Home Energy Assessment, and complete all recommended weatherization updates to be eligible for enhanced residential rebates.
Eligibility
- Please refer to the rebate application for the full set of Terms & Conditions
- Equipment must be purchased and installed between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2023
- Equipment must be installed by a licensed contractor
- Equipment must be new and installed to either supplement or replace oil, propane, or electric baseboard (resistance) as the primary heating system-
- Weatherization recommendations made during a Home Energy Assessment must be completed and signed.
- Equipment installed in individual units in residential 5+ unit complexes, including 1-4 unit buildings that are part of larger complexes, are not eligible for whole-home rebates but may receive the partial-home rebate amounts
- The rebate form and supporting documentation must be received within 60 days of installation