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Covered Measures & Rebate Amounts

HEAR supports a variety of electrification upgrades, energy-efficient appliance installs, and certain efficiency improvements. Eligible measures include (but are not limited to):

  • Heat pump for space heating/cooling Up to $8,000

  • Heat pump water heater Up to $1,750

  • Electric stove, cooktop, range, oven, or heat-pump clothes dryer Up to $840

  • Electric load service center (panel / breaker box upgrade)Up to $4,000

  • Insulation, air sealing, and ventilation upgrades Up to $1,600

  • Electrical wiring upgrades (when needed)Up to $2,500

The maximum total rebate amount per household under HEAR is $14,000 when combining multiple eligible measures.

Georgia’s Home Energy Rebate Program

Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR)

What is GEFA’s HEAR Program? The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program is designed to help low-to-moderate income households switch to modern, energy efficient electric appliances. Unlike the whole home HER program, HEAR offers immediate rebates to cover the cost of specific upgrades, such as Heat Pump Water Heaters, Heat Pump HVAC systems, and electric wiring improvements. This program specifically targets households earning less than 150% of the Area Median Income (AMI), helping them replace old gas or inefficient equipment with cleaner, safer electric technology.

Eligibility

HEAR is income-qualified and intended for households with income below 150% of the Area Median Income (AMI) in their county.

To qualify at the highest rebate levels, households should ideally be at or below 80% AMI. Income eligibility must be verified during the application process, using documents such as tax returns, W-2s, or proof of participation in qualifying assistance programs.

Depending on the household’s AMI, rebates may cover a large portion of the project cost. For lower-income households (below 80% AMI), rebates can cover up to 100% of the project cost; for those between 80-150% AMI, rebates typically cover up to 50%.

Projects under HEAR must be completed by a program-approved contractor if they involve major electrification or efficiency upgrades. For certain eligible kitchen appliances (like stoves) there is a “DIY pathway,” where homeowners/tenants can handle installation themselves, but kitchen appliance replacements must follow program rules.