Wattsmart homes for builders
Build for a brighter future
We offer builders the opportunity to receive cash rebates for building Wattsmart® HERS-rated homes that are more efficient than the current energy code requires. Stand out and show your commitment to quality with homes that deliver superior comfort, greater durability and lower energy costs.
Before submitting a project, builders must complete their Wattsmart New Homes program enrollment. To apply for incentives, please download and complete the Builder Participation Agreement and the Third Party Incentive Application Submittal Authorization (if applicable), fill out a W-9 tax form, and return them to WattsmartNewHomes@RockyMountainPower.net.
Choose your state for qualifications and details
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- Utah
- Idaho
Rebates and qualifications
PERFORMANCE MEASURES
REQUIREMENT BUILDER REBATE
Pay for performance Home must exceed applicable Utah residential energy code $0.35/kWh annual energy savings up to $2,000 ENERGY STAR V3.1 Home must meet ENERGY STAR 3.1 Certification requirements and must achieve a HERS index of 62 or better. $25 Smart Thermostat ENERGY STAR Certified $50 STAND-ALONE MEASURES
REQUIREMENT
REBATE
Air source heat pump
7.5 HSPF2, 15.2 SEER2 (9 HSPF, 16 SEER) or better
$1,000
Air source heat pump
8.1 HSPF2, 16 SEER2 (9.5 HSPF, 17 SEER) or better
$1,500
Cold Climate Air source heat pump
8.5 HSPF2, 17 SEER2 (10 HSPF, 18 SEER) or better. Must also be listed on NEEP’s cold climate air-source heat pump product list.
$2,000
Central air conditioner
15.2 to 16.9 SEER2 (16 to 17.9 SEER)
$100
Central air conditioner
17.0 to 18.9 SEER2 (18 to 19.9 SEER)
$200
Central air conditioner
19 SEER2 or better (20 SEER)
$350
Dual fuel heat pump
Climate Zone 3
90 AFUE or better
7.5 HSPF2, 14.3 SEER2 (9 HSPF, 15 SEER) or better$1,000
Dual fuel heat pump
Climate Zones 5 and 6
90 AFUE or better
7.5 HSPF2, 14.3 SEER2 (9 HSPF, 15 SEER) or better$2,000
Dual fuel heat pump
90 AFUE or better
10 HSPF, 18 SEER (8.5 HSPF2, 17 SEER2) or better
$1,250
Dual fuel heat pump
90 AFUE or better
8.5 HSPF2, 17 SEER2 (10 HSPF, 18 SEER) or better
$2,250
Ductless heat pump - multi-head
8.1 HSPF2, 16 SEER2 (9 HSPF, 16 SEER) or better
$1,000
Ductless heat pump - single-head
8.1 HSPF2, 16 SEER2 (9 HSPF, 16 SEER) or better
$750
Ductless heat pump - supplemental
9 HSPF, 16 SEER (8.1 HSPF2, 16 SEER2) or better
$500
Ground source heat pump
3.5 COP, 16 EER or better
$2,000
NEEA tier 4
55 gallons or less$700
ENERGY STAR certified
$50
Stand-alone(s) + ENERGY STAR add-on
Must also have installed one of the above measures
$25
Stand-alone(s) + HERS add-on
Must also have installed one of the above measures
$50
Ensure single-family home qualifies:
- Must be new construction, not an existing home.
- Electrically cooled or heated homes qualify
- Multifamily homes up to 3 units per foundation qualify
Performance program rules:
- To be eligible for performance rebates, home must have electric heating and/or cooling which is included in the HERS modeling.
- Home must be site built and verifiable and testable following ENERGY STAR and RESNET™ requirements.
- Homes that are built off-site but follow the state/local/regional codes qualify for new construction rebates.
- Home must meet all individual program requirements for each measure, including homes built off site.
- Home cannot use on-site generation to achieve modeled energy savings.
- HERS modeling software must be approved by RESNET™ at the time of modeling.
- Homes must meet current code requirements for duct leakage and air infiltration.
- Rocky Mountain Power Pay for Performance, ENERGY STAR, and Connected Thermostat measures may be combined. If seeking the ENERGY STAR rebate or the HERS add-on for standalone measures, the HERS index used for ENERGY STAR certification must meet HERS 62 or lower.
- A whole home Pay for Performance incentive cannot be combined with the stand-alone rebates (CAC, HPWH, DFHP, GSHP).
- Rebate application must be received within 180 days of the Certificate of Occupancy issuance date or equivalent from the governing municipality.
Stand-alone measure program rules:
- Review the complete list of requirements for each stand-alone measure.
- Home must meet all building codes and standards requirements, including homes built off site.
- Home must meet all individual program requirements for each service completed.
- Rebate application must be received within 180 days of the Certificate of Occupancy issuance date or equivalent from the governing municipality.
- If applying for a multifamily property (up to 3 units per foundation), please submit one application per unit.
- For properties with 4 or more units per foundation, please see our custom Multifamily Program.
Required documentation for performance measures:
- HERS file
- Copy of HERS summary report
- Copy of fuel summary report
- Copy of ENERGY STAR certification (if applicable)
- Brand and model of equipment (if the home included above code equipment)
Required documentation for stand-alone measures:
- Brand, model, and equipment efficiency
- AHRI certificate
Required documentation for stand-alone HERS & ENERGY STAR add-ons:
- Copy of HERS summary report
- Copy of ENERGY STAR certification (if applicable)
Rebates are associated with the most recent tariff filing approved by the Utah Public Service Commission. All rebates are subject to change with 45 days’ notice. Additional terms and conditions may apply.
Customer eligibility
Residential electric customers residing in the state of Utah who purchase their electricity from Rocky Mountain Power on rate schedules 1, 2 or 3 qualify. Landlords who own rental properties served by the company in the state of Utah where the tenant is billed on rate schedules 1, 2 or 3 also qualify for this program. You can locate your rate schedule on your bill or by calling 1-888-221-7070. Rebate checks are only issued in the name of the Rocky Mountain Power account holder.
Rebates and qualifications
Performance measures Rebate for electrically cooled Rebate for electric heat HERS 62-56 $200 $400 HERS 55-49 $400 $800 HERS 48 or lower $600 $1,200 ENERGY STAR® V3.1 $25 $25 Stand-alone measures Requirement Builder rebate Contractor rebate Air source heat pump 7.5 HSPF2, 15.2 SEER2 (9 HSPF, 16 SEER) or better $1,000 Air source heat pump 8.1 HSPF2, 16 SEER2 (9.5 HSPF, 17 SEER) or better $1,500 Cold Climate Air source heat pump 8.5 HSPF2, 17 SEER2 (10 HSPF, 18 SEER) or better. Must also be listed on NEEP's cold climate air-source heat pump product list. $2,000 Dual fuel heat pump 7.5 HSPF2, 14.3 SEER2, 90 AFUE (9 HSPF, 15 SEER, 90 AFUE) or better $2,000 $300 Ductless heat pump - single-head Min. 8.1 HSPF2 (9 HSPF) $750 Ductless heat pump - multi-head Min. 8.1 HSPF2 (9 HSPF) $1,300 Ductless heat pump - supplemental Min. 8.1 HSPF2 (9 HSPF) $100 Ductless heat pump - single-head, multifamily Min. 8.1 HSPF2 (9 HSPF) $400 Heat pump water heater NEEA tiers 1-4
55 gallons or lessup to $550 up to $200 Windows U-factor 0.22 or lower,
Electrically heated homesup to $3.00/sq. ft. Windows U-factor 0.22 or lower,
Electrically cooled homesup to $0.50/sq. ft. Stand-alone + ENERGY STAR add-on Must also have installed one of the above measures $25 NEW MANUFACTURED HOMES MEASURES REQUIREMENT CUSTOMER REBATE RETAILER REBATE New Manufactured Home - ENERGY STAR Any electric heating system $800 $200 New Manufactured Home - NEEM 2.0 Any electric heating system $1,050 $200 New Manufactured Home - NEEM 2.0 Ductless heat pump heating system $1,300 $200 Ensure single-family home qualifies:
- Must be new construction, not an existing home.
- Electrically cooled or heated homes qualify
HERS program rules:
- To be eligible for gas heat HERS rebates, an air conditioner must be installed and included in the HERS modeling.
- Home must be site built and verifiable and testable following ENERGY STAR and RESNET™ requirements.
- Homes that are built off-site but follow the state/local/regional codes qualify for new construction rebates.
- Home must meet all individual program requirements for each service completed, including homes built off site.
- Home cannot use on-site generation to achieve HERS index.
- HERS modeling software must be approved by RESNET™ at the time of modeling.
- Homes must meet current code requirements for duct leakage and air infiltration.
- Rocky Mountain Power HERS and ENERGY STAR measures may be combined. If seeking the ENERGY STAR rebate, the HERS index used for ENERGY STAR certification must meet the utility's HERS requirements.
- Whole home performance measures (HERS) cannot be combined with the stand-alone measures (CAC, HPWH, DFHP, GSHP).
- Rebate application must be received within 90 days of the Certificate of Occupancy issuance date or equivalent from the governing municipality.
Stand-alone measure program rules:
- Review the complete list of requirements for each stand-alone measure.
- Home must meet all building codes and standards requirements, including homes built off site.
- Home must meet all individual program requirements for each service completed.
- Rebate application must be received within 90 days of the Certificate of Occupancy issuance date or equivalent from the governing municipality.
Required documentation for performance measures:
- HERS file
- Copy of HERS summary report
- Copy of ENERGY STAR certification (if applicable)
- Brand and model of equipment (if the home included above code equipment)
Required documentation for stand-alone measures:
- Brand, model and equipment efficiency
- AHRI certificate
- For a new manufactured home submission, please fill out and send in this application.
Rebates are associated with the most recent tariff filing approved by the Idaho Public Utilities Commission. All rebates are subject to change with 45 days notice. Additional terms and conditions may apply.
Customer eligibility
Residential electric customers residing in the state of Idaho who purchase their electricity from Rocky Mountain Power on rate schedules 1 or 36 qualify. Landlords who own rental properties served by the company in the state of Idaho where the tenant is billed on rate schedules 1 or 36 also qualify for this program. You can locate your rate schedule on your bill or by calling 1-888-221-7070. Rebate checks are only issued in the name of the Rocky Mountain Power account holder.