Water Heaters
Cash in on an electric water heater
Did you know that your home's second largest energy user is the hot water heater? Take control of your energy use by choosing an electric water heater and see how economical and efficient it can be.
No flames, no fumes, no flues
With an electric water heater, there is no pilot light to worry about, no fumes from gas or carbon monoxide, and no ventilation problems. An electric water heater is low maintenance and has a long life expectancy. It's also economical. A family of four can have all the hot water they need for about $30 per month.
$100 grant
You may be eligible for a $100 grant to convert from gas to electric water heating. If you have a single-family home and the water heater is your last gas appliance, you could qualify for the conversion program. Call 1-800-524-2421 for more information.
Marathon $525 rebate offer
You may be eligible for a $525 rebate if you replace your gas water heater with an electric Marathon water heater. (This Marathon rebate offer cannot be combined with any other water heating offers.)
| PRODUCT TYPE | TAX CREDIT SPECIFICATIONS | TAX CREDIT |
| Gas, Oil, Propane Water Heaters |
Energy Factor >=0.82 or thermal efficiency of >=90% |
30% of cost up to $1,500* |
| Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters |
Energy Factor >=2.0 EER >=12 |
30% of cost up to $1,500* |
| Solar Water Heating |
System must be certified by the Solar Rating & Certification Corporation (SRCC) At least ½ of the energy generated must come from the sun HSPF >=8.5 | 30% of cost No Cap Tax Credit available for solar water heating until December 31, 2016 |
*This information is intended to provide a partial outline of the tax incentives that may be available for energy efficiency improvements made available under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) and does not purport to list all of the requirements for eligibility. This information is not intended to be taken as tax advice. We suggest you contact your tax advisor with any questions about your specific situation.
