HVAC & Water Heater Rebates

Upgrade to high-efficiency HVAC and Water Heating equipment and it’s a win, win, win! Save money on your utility bills, get rebates up to $1,500 and 0% APR financing.

HVAC & Water Heater Rebates

Upgrade to high-efficiency HVAC and Water Heating equipment and it’s a win, win, win! Save money on your utility bills, get rebates up to $1,500 and 0% APR financing.

As of September 2023, South Jersey Gas is only accepting HVAC and Water Heating applications for gas appliances. If you have any questions please call us at 1.833.493.0691.

Program Details

Energy Star® certified high-efficiency equipment can help you save energy and money. Now, choosing high efficiency is more affordable. When you upgrade your HVAC and/or Water Heating systems you can get rebates up to $500 for eligible Water Heaters or up to $1,500 for eligible HVAC equipment.

Plus, take advantage of 0% APR financing options up to $15,000 for 7 years with the On-Bill Repayment Program (OBRP). Click here for financing details available. Note: A Participating Contractor is required to qualify for financing and the OBRP financing incentive.

Qualifying products include the following list. Additional product information is available at energystar.gov.

Eligible Product Requirements Rebate Amount
Gas Storage Tank Water Heater – Tier 1 Power Vented < 55 gallons, UEF ≥ .64 Medium Draw Pattern, High Draw Pattern UEF ≥ 0.68 $250
Gas Storage Tank Water Heater – Tier 2 Power Vented ≥ 55 gallons, UEF ≥ .78 Medium Draw Pattern, High Draw Pattern UEF ≥ 0.80 $450
Tankless Water Heater UEF ≥ 0.87 $500
Indirect – Fired Storage Tank Water Heater When paired with a qualifying AFUE 90%+ gas boiler $250
Reset controls for boiler Invoice must show “boiler control” $200
Gas Boiler – Tier 1 AFUE 90-94.99% $750
Gas Boiler – Tier 2 AFUE ≥ 95% $850
Gas Furnace – Tier 1 AFUE ≥ 95% – 96.9% $650
Gas Furnace – Tier 2 AFUE ≥ 97% $750
Gas Combi Heat Tier 1 AFUE ≥ 95% $1,300
Gas Combi Heat Tier 2 AFUE ≥ 97% $1,500
Gas Heater with qualifying Gas Water Heat Qualifying Gas Heat with < 55 gallons and Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) ≥ .64 medium draw, ≥ .68 high draw $1,100
Gas Heater with qualifying Gas Water Heat Qualifying Gas Heat with ≥ 55 gallons and UEF ≥ .78 medium draw, ≥ .80 high draw or high capacity $1,300

Smart Thermostat

Two thermostats eligible per HVAC installation in an existing home

Only as part of an HVAC install.
New installation or replacement of a manual or conventional programmable thermostat with an ENERGY STAR certified thermostat.
$100

Participation is Easy. Ready to Get Started?

  • Find a local Participating Contractor to schedule an appointment and get a quote or you may install the equipment yourself
  • Apply for any Financing you may need
  • Once installed, the contractor will work with you to complete the Rebate Application and may submit it on your behalf

Enhanced Incentive for Low to Moderate Income (LMI) Residents

An additional $200 incentive is available to residents who meet LMI income qualifications for each qualifying piece of equipment.

Still Have Questions?

Email us, download the program brochure or call 1.833.493.0691.

Terms and Conditions apply. All offers are subject to available funding. This program is subject to New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) regulatory rules and orders. SJG reserves the right to change any portion of the program or end this program without notice.

Eligibility

  • Current South Jersey Gas residential customer
  • Completed application received with paid invoice and/or receipt within 120 days of purchase date
  • Use natural gas for home and/or water heating, depending on equipment replaced

Income-Qualified Enhanced Incentive Requirements

Income-eligible Customers may qualify for an additional $200 rebate per qualifying piece of equipment plus up to 10 years for repayment.

Ways to qualify:

  1. Customer residency within Low or Moderate Income Census Tract and income below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines; or
  2. Participation in a Safety Net Program*** – e.g. Universal Service Fund (USF) – visit SJGSaveEnergy.com for a list of eligible programs; or
  3. Income Verification Documentation – Income below 400% of Federal Poverty Guidelines

Income-Qualified Paths for Eligibility Verification

NOTE: For paths 2 & 3, required documentation would need to be submitted.

    1. Self-Certification: Customer resides within eligible income census tract
      • Go to the following Census Demographic Data Website
      • Type in your full address, then search
      • Click on the Census Demographic Data box
      • Tract Income must indicate Low or Moderate to be eligible via Census Tract
    2. Safety Net Program Recipient: if you receive assistance from one or more of the programs below:
      • Universal Service Fund (USF)
      • Lifeline
      • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
      • Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF)
      • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
      • Pharmaceutical Assistance to the Aged and Disabled (PAAD)
      • Section 8 Housing Assistance
      • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
      • General Assistance (GA)
      • NJ SHARES

      Documentation Required:

      • Current Utility Bill
      • Documentation from a State/Federal agency that states the receipt of or the forthcoming receipt of, government assistance
    3. Income Verification: Customer provides income verification documents. Income Below 400% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines at Time of Purchase.

Required documentation may include either:

  • If paid weekly, paystubs for 4 consecutive weeks within last 8 weeks of the application submission date
  • If paid twice a month or every two weeks, 2 consecutive paystubs
  • If self-employed, copy of latest federal income tax statement with schedule C showing profit/loss
  • Social Security benefits – Current year award letter, bank statement or check (including children benefits)
  • Pension – Benefit award letter, current pension statement, direct deposit or 1099 forms
  • Unemployment benefits – Benefit determination letter or 2 consecutive benefit pay stubs
  • Child support/Alimony – Award letters
  • Rental Income – Copy of latest federal income tax statement with Schedule E or lease for all tenants and/or rent receipts or notarized vacancy agreement letter

Get Scheduled Today

If you need a contractor, find a Participating Contractor here and schedule your appointment today (a Participating Contractor is required to qualify for the financing incentive).

Get Started Today

For your convenience, you can apply for natural gas equipment incentives through a variety of methods below.

Have your receipts ready then choose the easiest way for you to submit the form:

Once your application is approved, please allow up to 60 days to receive the rebate check.

Note: SJG reserves the right to verify products installed before issuing payment. Customer agrees to permit a representative to have reasonable contact with customer to verify the products that were installed.

Need Financing? Special Financing Offers Available

Take advantage of 0% APR financing options up to $15,000 for 7 years with the On-Bill Repayment Program (OBRP). Click here for financing details. Note: A Participating Contractor is required to qualify for financing and the OBRP financing incentive.

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