Rebates: Washington

Please note: The deadline for submitting natural gas conversion rebates in Washington is November 29, 2019. All other rebates may be applied for by December 31, 2019.

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Rebates are available for qualified installations of energy-efficient equipment for your home. With one exception (smart thermostats), we require that a licensed contractor complete the installation.

How to apply

Read the terms and conditions to determine whether you’re eligible for a rebate.
Locate the rebate(s) you’re applying for in and be sure to review the qualification information (certain rebates require specific electric and/or natural gas annual usage to qualify – see below). We recommend calling Avista Rebates at (509) 495-4728 to pre-qualify.
Select a licensed and bonded contractor. Equipment is required to be installed by a licensed contractor. The only exception is smart thermostats - these may be self-installed. Avista works with third-party industry associations—like the Northwest HVAC/R Association—to provide referrals for qualified individuals and businesses. Use our online referral tool to find the right contractor for you. We recommend that you obtain several bids for comparison.
Ask your contractor to include the following on your final invoice:
- Equipment installed
- Model number
- Required efficiency information. Submitted invoice must reflect the energy efficiency of the equipment, include AHRI certificate, or include other efficiency documentation (e.g. equipment or window specification sheets, insulation or Energy Star manufactured home certifications).
- Costs
Rebate-qualifying equipment must be installed in your home by November 29, 2019.
Submit all rebate applications, final contractor invoices (bids and estimates are not accepted), and any supporting documentation (such as the receipt for a self-installed smart thermostat) within 90 days from the date of installation or by November 29, whichever comes first.

How to submit

The quickest way to submit is online. You can also download the rebate form, fill it out, and send it—along with your contractor invoice(s) and required documentation—via the following:

Email: rebates@myavista.com
Fax: (509) 777-5784
Mail: Avista Rebates
PO Box 3727, MSC-15
Spokane, WA
99220-3727

Natural gas conversion eligibility update

The minimum electric usage requirement to qualify for natural gas conversion rebates is 10,000 kilowatt-hours a year.
This change is effective immediately. Customers can call the Avista rebates team to verify their annual usage is greater than 10,000 kilowatt-hours a year and to receive pre-qualification for a natural gas conversion rebate.
Customers who had previously contacted Avista and were approved for program participation before February 28th will still be eligible to receive the natural gas conversion rebate.

Pre-qualification guidelines

Call (509) 495-4728 to see if your project pre-qualifies. You must meet the following energy use requirements:

For space heat conversions: Required to have Avista electric service and annual energy usage must demonstrate at least 10,000 kilowatt-hours of electric straight heat and less than 340 therms of natural gas use. No new construction or replacement of same type of existing equipment.
For insulation and windows: Existing home replacement only (no new construction). Annual home energy usage must demonstrate at least 8,000 kilowatt-hours electric heat or at least 340 therms of natural gas heat.

No pre-qualification needed for natural gas furnaces and boilers, hot water heaters, and smart thermostats. However, make sure your equipment meets or exceeds the energy efficiency requirements specified for the appropriate rebate.

Find your rebate

Weatherization rebates

Requirements for insulation and windows: Existing home replacement only (no new construction). Annual home energy usage must demonstrate at least 8,000 kilowatt-hours electric heat or at least 340 therms of natural gas heat. Must be contractor installed.

Weatherization	Incentive	Eligibility and Guidelines
Windows	$3.00/sf	Available for the replacement of existing single pane or metal frame double pane to windows with a U-factor rating of 0.30 or lower. Windows are defined by window and frame not just glass replacement. Windows must be contractor installed. Contractor must provide new window documentation to include an itemized invoice with the following: total window square footage, U-factor, ratings, and cost. Window rebates requires a minimum of 8,000 kilowatt-hours or 340 therms annual usage.
Storm Windows	$2.00/sf	Storm windows must be of the same opening type as the existing prime window. Storm window shall be permanently installed. Storm windows must be contractor installed Exterior storm windows shall be oriented with the low-e coating facing toward the interior of the house. For installations with metal framed prime windows the storm window's frame shall not be in direct contact with the prime window frame. Low-e Storm Windows: Storm windows must use glazing materials with an emissivity less than or equal to 0.22 and a solar transmittance greater than 0.55, as listed in the International Glazing Database (IGDB) measured in accordance with NFRC 300-14, NFRC 301-14 and NFRC 302-10.
Attic Insulation	$0.45/sf	Available for the replacement of existing attic insulation with R11 or lower to attic insulation with R49 or higher. Attic insulation must be contractor installed. Insulation rebates requires a minimum of 8,000 kilowatt-hours or 340 therms annual usage.
Wall Insulation	$0.40/sf	Available for the replacement of existing wall insulation to wall insulation with R11 or higher. Wall insulation must be contractor installed. Insulation rebates requires a minimum of 8,000 kilowatt-hours or 340 therms annual usage.
Floor Insulation	$0.20/sf	Available for the replacement of existing floor insulation to floor insulation with R19 or higher. Floor insulation must be contractor installed. Insulation rebates requires a minimum of 8,000 kilowatt-hours or 340 therms annual usage.

High efficiency equipment rebates

Note: Efficiencies for space and water heating equipment are verified according to the contractor invoice or Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).

High Efficiency Equipment	Incentive	Eligibility and Guidelines
Natural Gas Furnace/Boiler	$300	Available for installation of a high efficiency natural gas furnace or boiler of 90% AFUE (efficiency) or greater. Efficiencies for space and water heating equipment are verified according to the contractor invoice or Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).
Variable Speed Motor	$80	Available to Avista electric customers for installation of a primary heating forced air system that incorporates a variable speed motor. This rebate may be combined with a high efficiency rebate. New construction projects are eligible for this rebate. Efficiencies for space and water heating equipment are verified according to the contractor invoice or Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).
Natural Gas Furnace/Boiler + (Electric) Variable Speed Motor	$380	Must be contractor installed. Requires a minimum of 8,000 kilowatt-hours and a maximum of 340 therms annual usage.
Electric Heat Pump Water Heater (0-54 gal of 1.8 EF or greater)	$215	Available for installation of a heat pump water heater with an EF (efficiency) rating of 1.8 or higher. NOTE: Heat pump water heaters are an energy efficient alternative for customers who do not have access to natural gas. To compare cost, please visit our cost calculator. Efficiencies for space and water heating equipment are verified according to the contractor invoice or Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).
Natural Gas Tankless Water Heater	$215	Available for installation of a natural gas tankless water heater with an EF (efficiency) rating of 0.82 or higher. Efficiencies for space and water heating equipment are verified according to the contractor invoice or Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).
Natural Gas Water Heater	$60	Natural gas water heater must be contractor installed. Available for installation of a natural gas water heater with 0.65 UEF or higher.

Heat conversion rebates

Requirements for space heat conversion: Required to have Avista electric service and annual energy usage must demonstrate at least 10,000 kilowatt-hours of electric straight heat and less than 340 therms of natural gas use. No new construction or replacement of same type of existing equipment. Must be contractor installed.

Heat Conversion Rebates	Incentive	Eligibility and Guidelines
Electric to Ductless Heat Pump (9.0 HSPF or greater)	$500	Replace electric straight resistance as their primary heat (i.e. electric forced air furnace or electric baseboard heat) with a ductless heat pump. Ductless heat pump must have a HSPF of 9.0 or greater.
Electric Central Ducted Forced Air Furnace to Air Source Heat Pump	$700	Replace electric straight resistance as their primary heat (i.e. electric forced air furnace or electric baseboard heat) with a central air source heat pump. This rebate may be claimed in addition to the high-efficient natural gas water heater rebate.*
Electric to Natural Gas Furnace Please note: The deadline for submitting natural gas conversion rebates in Washington is November 29, 2019.	$1,200	Replace electric straight resistance as their primary heat (i.e. electric forced air furnace or electric baseboard heat) with a central natural gas heating system. This rebate may be claimed in addition to the high-efficient natural gas furnace/boiler rebate.*
Electric to natural gas furnace and water heat combo Please note: The deadline for submitting natural gas conversion rebates in Washington is November 29, 2019.	$1,700	Replace electric straight resistance as their primary heat (i.e. electric forced air furnace or electric baseboard heat) with a central natural gas heating system.* Replace electric water heat with a natural gas water heater. Must be done at the same time as the furnace conversion.

*Customer usage will be reviewed and must demonstrate that at least 10,000 kilowatt-hours of electric straight resistance heat and less than 340 therms occurred in the last 12 months in order to be eligible for rebates related to space heat conversions.

Smart thermostat rebates

Smart thermostat rebates	Incentive	Eligibility and Guidelines
Smart Thermostat Contractor Install	$75	Available for a contractor installation of a smart thermostat connected to the in home Wi-Fi. Thermostat must have Smartphone application available for customer to download or access via the internet. One smart thermostat per primary heat source.
Smart Thermostat Self Install	$60	Available for a customer installation of a smart thermostat connected to the in home Wi-Fi. Thermostat must have Smartphone application available for customer to download or access via the internet. One smart thermostat per primary heat source.

Multifamily rebates

Multifamily rebates	Incentive	Eligibility and Guidelines
Multifamily Natural Gas Furnace or Boiler	$50	Multifamily is defined as 4 or more units per complex. Must be an Avista natural gas customer. Available for installation of a natural gas furnace or broiler with 90% AFUE or higher.
Multifamily Conversion from Electric to Natural Gas Furnace	$350	Multifamily is defined as 4 or more units per complex. Complex must be using Avista electric for heating fuel.
Multifamily Conversion from Electric to Natural Gas Furnace and Water Heat combo	$700	Multifamily is defined as 4 or more units per complex. Complex must be using Avista electric for heating fuel.
Download Multifamily rebates form.

Customers usage will be verified as part of the rebate process, if you would like Avista to pre-approve annual usage please call us at (800) 227-9187, or email rebates@myavista.com.

Here's what you should know before you apply.

Rebate checklist

Primary fuel used for space heating must be Avista electric or natural gas service to qualify.
Request for rebates must be submitted within 90 days of completion of energy efficiency measure.
The rebates are available for primary residential single family up to a fourplex, including manufactured and modular homes.
Rebates are not available for seasonal or recreational homes or condos.
Only new equipment qualifies.
All improvements must be contractor installed to be eligible for rebate consideration.
Homeowners are responsible for complying with all applicable codes and regulations.

Rebate rules and regulations

Efficiencies for space and water heating equipment are verified according to the contractor invoice or Air-Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Institute (AHRI).
Avista reserves the right to verify installation of the energy efficiency measure(s) prior to payment and will coordinate inspection as applicable.
Avista, and its agents, may upon reasonable notice, request access to customer’s premises after payment, for evaluation and measurement purposes.
Rebates will not exceed 100% of the actual measure cost.
Rebates are paid directly to homeowner or homeowner can authorize payment release to contractors.
Allow 8 weeks for processing and payment of rebate.

Get the Energy Star Manufactured Home Incentive, too.

Available for new construction homes using Avista electric or Avista electric and natural gas that meet the ENERGY STAR Homes criteria and are verified as an ENERGY STAR Home. Download the form.

Energy Star rated manufactured home rebates	Incentive	Eligibility and Guidelines
Electric or Electric/Gas Customer	$650	Available for new construction homes using Avista electric or Avista electric and natural gas that meet the ENERGY STAR Homes criteria and are verified as an ENERGY STAR Home.
Gas Only Customer	$200	Available for new construction homes using Avista electric or Avista electric and natural gas that meet the ENERGY STAR Homes criteria and are verified as an ENERGY STAR Home.

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