Energy-Efficient Water Heaters
New energy-efficient water heaters take less energy and time to heat water so there is less waiting time between showers and laundry loads. Installing a new energy-efficient water heater can help you save energy and money. Now get up to a $50 rebate on qualifying products.
Hot Energy Savings
- Save up to $159 over the product’s estimated 13 year lifetime*
- Help reduce greenhouse gas emissions
*Savings based on 30-50 gallon .63 Energy Factor [EF] natural gas water heaters. EF is a measure of energy efficiency.
How to Get Your Rebate
Natural Gas Tank Water Heater
- Customer must have natural gas distributed by PG&E to the installation address.
- Gas tank (aka storage) water heater must have an Energy Factor (EF) of
- 0.62 to 0.64 for the $30 rebate.
- 0.65 or greater for the $50 rebate.
- Capacity must be 40 gallons or more.
- Must be new and meet or exceed all applicable local, state and federal standards.
Electric Storage Water Heater
- Electric storage water heater must have an Energy Factor (EF) of 0.93 or greater for a $30 rebate.
- Capacity must be 40 gallons or more.
| Natural Gas Tank Water Heater | Rebate Amount |
| Energy Factor 0.62 to 0.64 | $30 |
| Energy Factor 0.65 or higher | $50 |
| Electric Storage Water Heater | Rebate Amount |
| Energy Factor 0.93 or higher | $30 |
See a list of qualifying residential water heaters and the corresponding energy efficiency ratings.
Exclusions: No instantaneous or tankless water heaters.
PG&E's 2010-2012 rebate program is available for qualifying products purchased and installed between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2012. Payment of rebates is not guaranteed as funds are limited, and amounts and offerings are subject to change. All rebate program terms and conditions apply.
| How to Apply: | |
|---|---|
| Sign Up Online | Sign up for My Energy and apply online with eRebates. |
| Mail in Your Application | Looking for a rebate code? Download our Residential Rebates List (PDF, 818 KB) for more information, then download and print a Rebate Application. |
| For More Information | Contact the Smarter Energy Line at 1-800-933-9555 or e-mail smarter-energy@pge.com. |



