Florida HVAC Rebate Program for Homeowners
Florida residents just got something else to make them glad they live in the sunshine state, it's called the Florida HVAC Rebate, and promises to help homeowners save money on their HVAC system, when they buy a high efficiency system and have their ducts tested at the same time! Florida Gov Charlie Christ is sending a clear message... If you need to replace your home hvac system, do it with a high efficiency system and while you are doing it, make sure the rest of your homes HVAC system is working at its best as well!
What is the Florida HVAC Rebate Program?
Florida is setting aside up to $15 million dollars for homeowners, on a first-come first-served basis, to encourage Florida homeowners to replace using ENERGY STAR rated hvac equipment. Florida residents can begin mailing in the rebate application forms on, or after August 30, 2010. The Florida HVAC rebate program ends on the last day of the year, December 31, 2010, or when the $15M in funds are depleted. To qualify for this rebate, no purchase or installation may have occurred prior to August 30, 2010.
Key Points -
- Program Runs from August 31, 2010 - Dec 31, 2010
- Up to $15 Million in Rebates Available first come, first served.
- $1500 rebate for qualifying systems
How to Qualify for the Florida HVAC Rebate
In order to qualify for the $1500 rebate, there are 6 key things to be aware of!
- Residential ONLY, no commercial systems are eligible
- When the money runs out, the rebate ends! (replace soon!)
- HVAC system must be installed between August 30-Dec 31, 2010
- You must use a qualified HVAC Contractor (QualitySmith Prescreened Contractors)
- Duct system must be tested and repaired to 15% or lower leakage rate.
- New HVAC system must meet efficiency levels shown below
Learn More About the Florida HVAC Rebate
There is a short and ongoing FAQ section being built for this Florida HVAC rebate program that contains some of the most common questions people have. There are a few things I can see from this program that are fantastic for both homeowners AND HVAC Contractors!
- HVAC Systems MUST be FULLY Inspected by a Qualified Pro! This is not some fly-by-night craigslist man with a van that will be coming to your home, these are state licensed and qualified professionals!
- System Replacements REQUIRE A Manual J Load Test - Again, this assures that you are getting the right sized unit for your home, period! Its very rare for a manual j to be done on a replacement system, but it MUST be done to qualify!
- Mechanical Permits are Required for the rebate! Again, this means you the homeowner are assured you are getting a quality installation that will last a long time!
Will You take advantage of the Florida HVAC Rebate
Awesome! We were just about to replace our home system… I guess we can wait one more week and save more money!
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Wow, this has to be one of the best pieces of news we have found this summer! We are int he same boat as jan and have to replace our heat pump system. The dealer just told us $6500, but forgot to mention this rebate next week.
Looks like we sweat it out for a few more days…
Just had systems checked out.
My A/C unit is OK but ducts are shot.
Can I/do I get a rebate for that work and ujpdgrade???
thanx
Len
@ Len -
The only way to get the rebate is to have a qualifying system installed AND have the ducts repaired. Both are a requirements of the rebate from what I read.
That said… you may find other federally funded weatherization programs in your area that will help out!
MH
Too bad you will have to spend $500-700 on the Manual J and duct certification just to MAYBE get $1500. Funnily, the program just started today with a slated 15 mill and at 9 am there is 14,900,000 left. Makes me wonder how someone got a unit installed, Manual J and duct cert, PLUS mailed all the necessary documentation in before 9 am on the day the rebate program starts!
@ Marie, the price quoted sounds fine for a high efficiency unit. Your dealer did not tell you about the program because the Government asked dealers to not advertise before the program start date. While I would have told you, he was just abiding by the request of the Governor.
As of 9/15/2010 They Are Saying that the money is gone. I had a new system put in and the co. that does the testing said that they got an email the money is gone.