Air Source Heat Pumps Download this information in Adobe PDF format. A heat pump keeps your energy bills low and your house comfortable, year-round. Our Air Source Heat Pump Program provides rebates and quality assurance to PUD customers who install qualified heat pump systems. Eligibility All PUD residential customers may participate in this rebate program. The heat pump may be installed in an existing home, or as part of new construction. Heat pumps that are installed by participating contractors that meet Performance Tested Comfort Systems (PTCS) criteria will qualify for the rebate. PTCS is a series of diagnostic tests designed to ensure that your new heat pump system performs optimally. For homes with ducts in an unconditioned space, duct sealing is required for the rebate. Rebate Amounts - Air Source Heat Pumps Heat Pump Upgrade Type Rebate Amount Variable speed heat pumps replacing electric furnaces $1,200* Variable speed heat pumps $700 High-efficiency heat pumps replacing electric furnaces $1,000* High-efficiency heat pumps $500* Standard efficiency heat pumps $300* Duct sealing available for site-built homes with electric heat $250 Duct sealing available for manufactured homes with electric heat $200 High-efficiency heat pumps must have HSPF of 9.0 & SEER of 14.0 or higher. Standard heat pumps must have HSPF less than 9.0 & SEER less than 14.0. * An additional rebate of $200-$250 is available if duct sealing work is required. Expert Help Available Our Energy Experts can help you determine if an energy-efficient heat pump system is right for you. For more information contact them at (503) 366-5470 or
[email protected] or read our Home Heating Guide. Step-by-Step Process Request Proposals - Contact a participating PTCS certified contractor to arrange for a home consultation. To find a local contractor, search our list of PTCS contractors. A complete list of all PTCS contractors can be found here. Review Proposals - The contractor will visit your home and prepare a written proposal. A copy of the proposal will be given to you and another copy, which includes heat load calculations and other important information, will be sent to us for review. We will review the proposal and notify the contractor whether the system qualifies. Install the New System - The contractor will install your new heat pump according to PUD and manufacturer specifications, then forward installation documentation to us and PTCS for review. We will schedule an inspection of your new system and request copies of the installation documentation from you. Receive Your Rebate - We will process your rebate within three weeks of completing the inspection and receiving all the required paperwork. Find a Contractor To find a local contractor, search our list of PTCS contractors. A complete list of all PTCS contractors can be found here. Contractor Forms & Information PTCS Heat Pump Certification Form PTCS Duct Sealing Certification Form Prescriptive Duct Sealing Form Air Source Heat Pump Installation Specification Columbia River PUD Heat Pump Project Application (PDF File, 115kb) Columbia River PUD Heat Pump Installation Requirements (PDF File, 107kb) Heat Pump Sizing Calculator (Excel File, 131kb) Rebate Designation Form (PDF File 192kb) Expert Help Available We can help you choose the right heating system for your home. Call (503) 366-5470 or email
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Printed on May 16, 2018