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
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- Utah
- Idaho
Rebates and qualifications
PAY FOR PERFORMANCE MEASURES
REQUIREMENT BUILDER REBATE
Tier 1 Primary heat source is not an electric heat pump; with no ENERGY STAR certification
$0.35/kWh annual energy savings up to $500 Tier 2 Primary heat source is not an electric heat pump and home achieves ENERGY STAR v3.1 or higher certification $0.35/kWh annual energy savings up to $750 Tier 3 Primary heat source is an electric heat pump $0.35/kWh annual energy savings up to $2,000 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$1,500
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
$1,750
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
8.1 HSPF2, 16 SEER2 (9 HSPF, 16 SEER) or better
$500
Ground source heat pump
3.5 COP, 15.3 EER2 (16 EER) or better
$2,000
NEEA Tier 3 or 4
55 gallons or less$700
ENERGY STAR certified
$25
Ensure single-family home qualifies:
- Must be new construction, not an existing home.
- Multifamily homes up to 3 units per foundation qualify
Performance program rules:
- Home must have electric heating 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.
- 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:
- Home must have electric heating or cooling.
- 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 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
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.
