Published on 10/02/2023
Step 1: What is your priority?
Replacing an old appliance before it burns out? Choosing more energy-efficient appliances? Easy steps towards electrification? Reducing your gas usage? Getting the most out of your rooftop solar?
Depending on your priority, the equipment you choose matters. Sonoma Clean Power offers rebates on the following highly efficient electric appliances:
In addition to doing your own research, we recommend visiting our website, talking with one of our team members at SCP’s Center in downtown Santa Rosa, or giving us a call at 707-708-0444 to get more familiar with the benefits of these technologies.
Step 2: What appliances are you going to install? And does your home need any electrical upgrades before installing it?
Once you have chosen an appliance, determine what the electrical requirements are (i.e. 15 amps, 30 amps, 50 amps). Then, check your home’s electrical panel and service capacity. An electrician can check this for you, or you can do it yourself.
Depending on your home’s electrical service capacity, electrical panel upgrades may be required before installing a new all-electric appliance.
Step 3: Now that your home is ready for the appliance of your choice, are you going to do the project yourself (DIY) or are you going to hire a contractor?
If you are hiring a contractor, keep reading. If you are doing a DIY project, scroll down to the next section.
Step 1: Choose a contractor to work with.
We recommend contacting multiple contractors and getting a few bids on your project to compare pricing, compatibility, and timelines.
Switch is On is great a tool for finding contractors who are eligible for additional state and regional rebates and can pass along those rebates to you.
If you plan to utilize rebates other than SCPs, please be aware there may be additional eligibility requirements. For example, statewide TECH rebates require projects to be completed by a contractor in their network to receive their rebate.
Step 2: Confirm the selected appliance meets SCP’s performance requirements.
Please make sure to verify with SCP that the brand and model of the appliance your contractor plans to install in your home meets SCP’s performance requirements. Your contractor may be able to assist you with confirming the technical requirements.
Step 3: Install the equipment.
Before installation, a permit from your city or county department must be initiated. Typically, a licensed contractor will manage this process on your behalf. Your project needs to be formally permitted to receive a rebate from SCP*.
Once the project is complete, you’ll have 90 days to submit your rebate application.
*Induction cooktops are an exception to this rule and do not require a permit to install.
Step 4: Complete a final inspection for your permit.
This may or may not be facilitated by your contractor. Make sure to schedule a final inspection with your city or county permitting department. This usually entails an onsite visit from one of their inspectors.
If the project passes their inspection, they will provide a signed (“final”) permit or follow up with a link to your completed permit, which you can download or print from their website.
Step 5: Apply for an SCP rebate with all the necessary documentation.
To initiate a rebate request, complete our “Claim Rebate” form and attach all the necessary documents.
Please note that incomplete applications will be denied. However, you may reapply when you have all the necessary documentation.
Documents to submit*:
*Heat pump heating and cooling systems require an AHRI Certificate to be submitted. A licensed contractor will provide this for a project.
**Induction cooktops do not require a permit, only an invoice and photo proof of installation.
Step 6: Receive a check for the rebate amount.
You will receive an email notifying you that the rebate application has been approved and is being processed for payment.
A rebate check will be sent to you in the mail within 6-8 weeks of a complete submission.
Step 1: Confirm your chosen appliance meets SCP’s performance requirements.
Once you’ve picked a preferred brand and model for the appliance you plan to install, please verify with SCP that it meets our performance requirements. You can do this by calling us at 707-708-0444 or visiting our website.
Step 2: Apply for a project permit.
Make sure to apply for a permit from your city or county department. Your project needs to be formally permitted to receive a rebate from SCP*.
*Induction cooktops are an exception to this rule and do not require a permit to install.
Step 3: Purchase the appliance.
You can purchase your appliance directly from any manufacturer, wholesale distributor, or retailer of your choice.
As a reminder, the appliance must meet SCP’s performance requirements to qualify for our rebate.
Step 4: Install the appliance.
Step 5: Complete a final inspection for your permit.
Schedule a final inspection with your city or county permitting department. This usually entails an onsite visit from one of their inspectors.
If the project passes their inspection, they will provide a signed (“final”) permit or follow up with a link to your completed permit, which you can download or print from their website.
Step 6: Apply for an SCP rebate with all the necessary documentation.
To initiate a rebate request, complete our “Claim Rebate” form and attach all the necessary documents.
Please note that incomplete applications will be denied. However, you may reapply when you have all the necessary documentation.
Documents to submit*:
*Heat pump heating and cooling systems require an AHRI Certificate to verify the equipment’s performance. SCP can assist with pulling this document for you.
**Induction cooktops do not require a permit, only an invoice and photo proof of installation.
Step 7: Receive a check for the rebate amount.
You will receive an email notifying you that the rebate application has been approved and is being processed for payment.
A rebate check will be sent to you in the mail within 6-8 weeks of a complete submission.
SCP’s rebate amounts may be changed or discontinued at any time. Program rules and eligibility are also subject to change. Please contact SCP or visit our website for the most current information about our rebates.
Contact our Center team at advancedenergycenter@sonomacleanpower.org or 707-708-0444.
