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Energy Efficient Electric Water Heater Rebates

Download the Energy Efficient Electric Water Heater Rebates form then log in to your utility account and click the "Requests" tab to submit the form and other required documents. You may also email them or return them by mail to: Customer Operations 435 N. Macomb St., Tallahassee, FL 32301

Who May Participate: Homebuilders or City of Tallahassee residential electric customers who purchase and install qualifying equipment.

Rebate Amounts: $100-$450 (see details below)

  • Heat Pump Water Heater
    $350 Rebate
    ENERGY STAR® Certified, > 45 gallons

    An ENERGY STAR® certified heat pump water heater, sometimes referred to as a hybrid heat pump water heater, uses heat from the surrounding air rather than generating heat with electric resistance to provide hot water, which uses up to 70% less electricity than a standard electric tank water heater. For a typical family of four, this can save about $550 per year and more than $5,600 over an estimated 13-year lifespan. While a heat pump water heater may have a higher upfront cost than a standard electric model, its energy savings result in a quicker return on investment.

  • Wi-Fi Enabled Electric Tank Style Water Heater
    $100 Rebate
    Electric tank style > 45 gallons

    Choose a Wi-Fi enabled electric water heater to gain greater control over your home's energy use. With smart connectivity, you can remotely monitor performance and adjust water temperature allowing you to save energy, lower utility costs, and enjoy hot water when you need it most.
  • Solar Domestic Water Heater
    $450 Rebate

    Based on your home's roof orientation and structure, a solar thermosiphon water heater may be a good option for you. A solar water heating system uses roof-mounted solar collectors to absorb the sun's energy and transfer that heat to water stored in an insulated storage tank. In Tallahassee, a properly sized, south-facing system with good solar exposure can provide approximately 70 percent of a household's annual hot water needs. This rebate requires installation of a closed-loop, freeze-protected system designed to withstand local winter temperatures. Energy-efficiency loans are available in addition to rebates. These rebates are not available for pool heating systems.

Existing Homes: 

  1. Rebates are subject to change without notice and are subject to approval. 
  2. For rebates to be paid, this application must be completed entirely and submitted with required documentation. 
  3. Rebates cannot exceed the total installed cost for the appliance(s). 
  4. An installation permit and a completed (passed) final inspection are required. 
  5. Rebate application must be received within 90 days of the installation's Final Inspection Date. 
  6. Approved rebate payments for eligible work performed after the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy will be issued as a credit to the homeowner's or utility customer's City utility account. 
  7. Rebates only available to City of Tallahassee electric customers who purchase qualifying appliances. 
  8. An installation permit and a Completed (passed) final inspection are required. 
  9. Rebate amounts apply to equipment installed on or after 10/16/26. 

New Homes: 

  1. Rebates are subject to change without notice and are subject to approval. 
  2. For rebates to be paid, this application must be completed entirely and submitted with required documentation (see above). 
  3. For New Homes, all approved rebates for eligible equipment installed prior to the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy will be issued via ACH or check directly to the homebuilder. Homebuilders must be registered as a City vendor prior to submitting an incentive application. 
  4. Rebates cannot exceed the total installed cost for the appliance(s). 
  5. Rebate application must be received within 90 days of the home’s Certificate of Occupancy. 
  6. The qualifying equipment must be installed in a permanent residence receiving City of Tallahassee electric service. 
  7. An installation permit and a completed (passed) final inspection are required. 
  8. The rebates listed above cannot be combined with the Peak Performance Homes Incentive. Applicants may either apply for the Peak Performance Homes Incentive, which includes select ENERGY STAR® appliances, or apply separately for individual à la carte appliance and equipment rebates. Natural gas rebates are subject to separate eligibility requirements and must be applied for independently. 
  9. Rebate amounts apply to equipment installed on or after 10/16/26. 

Updated: 10/13/26 


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