NYSERDA EmPower+ Tier 3 — Heat Pump (Moderate Income)
NYSERDA / EmPower+
Available Incentive
50% of project, up to $7,000
NYSERDA EmPower+ Tier 3 path for NYC. Moderate-income households (61–80% AMI — roughly $97,200–$129,600 for a family of 4) get a 50% match capped at $7,000 toward a heat pump install. Household pays the other half. Not stackable with Con Edison Clean Heat market-rate rebate.
Equipment & install requirements
- Household income 61–80% AMI ($97,201–$129,600 for family of 4)
- Basic weatherization assessment
- Installed by an EmPower+ participating contractor
Why this rebate matters
NYSERDA EmPower+ Tier 3 — Heat Pump (Moderate Income) is one of several active 2026 incentives Long Island homeowners can stack against a qualifying heat pump install. Most homeowners miss it because the application requires utility coordination and equipment proof at the time of install.
How we apply this rebate for you
- 1
Free in-home assessment
We measure your home, check ductwork, electrical capacity, and existing equipment. No high-pressure sales — just an honest read on what fits.
- 2
We verify rebate eligibility for you
We confirm income tier (if applicable), equipment qualification, and program availability before quoting. No surprises after install.
- 3
Rebate is applied to your install price
Instead of waiting months for a check, we discount the rebate directly off your install quote. You see the net number upfront.
- 4
We file the paperwork
We submit the rebate application, equipment registration, and any utility documentation on your behalf — even when the rebate comes to us.
Sample savings scenario
Typical Long Island install
Illustrative only. Your actual price depends on equipment, home conditions, and program approval at time of install.
Documents you'll need
- Proof of address (utility bill or deed)
- Most recent electric bill
- Existing system info (we capture this during the assessment)
- Income documentation — only for income-qualified tiers
We collect everything during your free assessment — no chasing paperwork on your end.
Timeline
We file the application within 14 days of install. Because we apply the rebate as an instant discount, you see the savings on day one — not after a 6–12 week processing wait.
How you get paid
Applied as a discount on your install invoice. Home+ files the program paperwork on your behalf.
Frequently asked
Do I have to wait for a rebate check?
No. We apply qualifying rebates as an instant discount on your install price. You get the net price upfront — no waiting on the mail.
What if I don't qualify?
We tell you before you commit. If a program won't approve, we re-quote with only the rebates you actually qualify for — never inflated savings on paper.
Can I stack this with other rebates?
Most utility, state and federal programs can stack — but stacking rules change by income tier and equipment. We model your full stack before quoting.
Other rebates worth stacking
Federal · Heat Pump
HEEHRA — Heat Pump (Space Heating/Cooling)
Up to $8,000
New York City · Heat Pump
NYSERDA EmPower+ Tier 1 — Heat Pump (Low Income)
Up to $14,000 — 100% covered
Long Island · Heat Pump
PSEG Long Island Heat Pump Rebate
$4,000 flat (market-rate) / $7,500 (income-qualified)
New York State · Heat Pump
NYS Clean Heat — Air-Source Heat Pump
$1,000–$3,000 per ton
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Rebates by region
Find your exact rebate by utility and income tier
Six dedicated pages — pick the one that matches your utility and AMI bracket for tier-specific stacking math.
Income-Qualified Long Island rebates
Up to $7,500 PSEG-LI + $14,000 EmPower+
See your stackModerate-Income Long Island rebates
$4,000 PSEG-LI + EmPower+ Tier 3 (50%)
See your stackMarket-Rate Long Island rebates
$4,000 flat heat pump + $1,200 HPWH
See your stackIncome-Qualified NYC rebates
Up to $14,000 EmPower+ Tier 1 (100% covered)
See your stackModerate-Income NYC rebates
$4,000–$10,000 ConEd + EmPower+ Tier 3
See your stackMarket-Rate NYC rebates
$4,000–$10,000 ConEd Clean Heat instant credit
See your stackReady to claim your rebates?
We'll design a system that maximizes your eligible incentives and handle the rebate paperwork for you.