Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) is California's largest investor-owned utility, serving approximately 5.5 million households across Northern and Central California. Its rebate programs focus on electrification — heat pumps, induction cooking, and heat pump water heaters — alongside legacy efficiency rebates for insulation and windows. Many programs are income-qualified at 80% of Area Median Income (AMI).
Counties served (partial list):
Alameda, Contra Costa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Sonoma, Napa, Solano, Fresno.
Heat Pump
HVAC System
PG&E Heat Pump HVAC Rebate
$1,000-$3,000 based on system type
EV Charger
PG&E EV Charger Rebate
$500-$1,500
Water Heater
PG&E Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate
$400-$1,500 based on equipment
Appliances
PG&E Induction Cooktop Rebate
$300-$750
HVAC System
PG&E Smart Thermostat Rebate
$75-$120 per thermostat
Solar Panel
PG&E Residential Solar Incentive
Net metering credits for exported energy
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PG&E Rebates — Frequently Asked Questions
- What rebates does PG&E offer?
- PG&E currently offers 6 active rebate programs for California residential customers, covering HVAC System, Heat Pump, EV Charger, Water Heater, Appliances.
- How do I qualify for PG&E rebates?
- All applicants must be PG&E residential customers with the utility account in their name. Income-qualified programs use Area Median Income (AMI) thresholds by county.
- How long do PG&E rebates take?
- Most PG&E rebate applications are processed within 6 to 12 weeks of submission, assuming the installation invoice, equipment model/serial numbers, and proof of utility service are all included with the application.
- Where do I apply for PG&E rebates?
- Applications can be submitted online at https://www.pge.com/en_US/residential/save-energy-money/savings-solutions-and-rebates/rebates.page. You can also use the DuloCore rebate calculator to confirm eligibility and estimate total stacked savings (federal + state + utility) before you apply.