Inflation Reduction Act Home Energy Rebates

The Qualified Contractor Network (QCN) provides a searchable database for rebate recipients to find licensed and vetted contractors in their area to perform IRA Home Rebate work. The QCN will also help contractors navigate the rebate programs through training, marketing materials, and ongoing general support. 

Please fill out this QCN Interest Form to join the QCN mailing list to receive announcements about the QCN application launch along with other important updates. 

The QCN Resources (on Box) contains contractor resources including a video and PDF copy of the recent contractor webinar presentation. You’ll also find a Q&A and the required contractors certifications list. This BOX account will be updated regularly with resources as they develop. To hear about when those resources are added, join the mailing list by filling out the QCN Interest Form. 

• Households earning up to 150% AMI will be eligible for rebates
• Check your county’s AMI in this table
• Commerce will target half the rebate funds toward low-income households, defined as those with incomes less than 80% AMI 
• Both renters and homeowners qualify 

• Third-party implementers will manage the rebate program
• You or your building owner will apply to the implementers for the rebates   
• You must apply and be approved first before buying appliances or doing the upgrades (there is no rebate guarantee for work completed before the program launches)

What kinds of home improvements do the rebates cover?

See the May 13 public presentation (PDF) for details on rebate amounts and eligible home improvements.

• Electric wiring  
• Electric panel upgrade  
• Insulation 
• Air sealing
• Ventilation 
• Appliances
• Heat pumps
• General weatherization measures

What are the rebate amounts?

Rebate amounts will vary depending on equipment and the work being done. View HARP and HOMES fact sheet (PDF) to see more information.

Will the rebates be retroactive?

Rebates are not retroactive. We cannot issue rebates for any purchases or work done before you are approved for a rebate.

If you have further questions, you can visit the DOE frequently asked questions website.

Commerce expects rebates to be available no sooner than summer 2025. We are currently designing the rules and processes for the program.

• If you need financial assistance with these upgrades, there may be state, municipal, utility, and federal programs available, including the Washington State Weatherization Assistance Program 
• Tax credits under the IRA are available. Please contact the Internal Revenue Service, the US Department of Energy’s Clean Energy Tax Credit webpage or your tax preparer for more information.

The 2022 Inflation Reduction Act directed $500 billion to accelerate clean energy investments that reduce carbon emissions. Building-related rebates and incentives under the IRA will support electrification and efficiency, with a special focus on low-income households. Households will be able to take advantage of a range of upfront rebates and tax credits for energy efficient electric appliances and energy efficiency improvements in their homes. For more information on the Inflation Reduction Act please see the IRA Guidebook.