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Receive rebates up to $120.
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Receive a PG&E rebate with qualifying smart thermostats
Save up to $390 on cooling and heating costs¹ and increase comfort by replacing your manual or programmable thermostat with a new ENERGY STAR® smart thermostat. For a limited time, receive a rebate of up to $120 when you purchase an eligible model and sign up for a Time-of-Use rate plan.²
¹ Savings estimate is based on the lifespan of the smart thermostat and an average residential rate of $0.28/kWh. Savings estimate is not representative of annual savings.
² $120 rebate includes a $50 product rebate for qualifying models and an additional $70 rebate when you also sign up for a Time-of-Use rate plan.
Am I eligible for the rebate?
IMPORTANT: All rebate applications must be submitted within 60 days from date of purchase.
Eligibility details
Product eligibility
- If you have already purchased your product, visit PG&E Marketplace to check if your product is qualified.
- To shop and compare qualified models, visit PG&E Marketplace.
Customer eligibility
- Installation address must have an electric and/or gas account with PG&E.
- Residence must have a central heating and/or air-conditioning (HVAC) system.
- For $70 Time-of-Use rebate, customers already on a Time-of-Use rate may qualify as long as all other eligibility requirements are met. In these cases, their rate will not be changed.
Key rebate terms
- Smart thermostat must be new and replace an existing manual or programmable thermostat.
- Smart thermostat must be installed and connected to Wi-Fi.
- PG&E does not provide service support for the installed smart thermostat. Please contact the retailer or manufacturer for warranty information. See do-it-yourself installation information below.
- Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Eligibility and amounts are subject to change at any time.
- For a full list of requirements, review terms and conditions for residential customers.
- Customers who elect to change to a Time-of-Use rate plan do not need to change their rate through the website. Once a customer selects the appropriate rebate in the erebate process, they will be placed on TOU-C which has Peak (higher price) hours from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. every day and Off-Peak (lower price) hours before 4 p.m. and after 9 p.m. every day. Learn more about Time-of-Use rate plans.
After, purchasing, installing, and ensuring your smart thermostat meets the above requirements, apply for an online rebate, and ensure to include the required attachments described below in "Apply for your rebate online".
*Customers who are part of a third-party program such as Community Choice Aggregation (CCA), Core Gas Aggregation Service (CGAS) or Direct Access (DA) also qualify as long as all other eligibility requirements are met.
Apply for your rebate online
Applications must be submitted online. The rebate is not available through paper applications.
Your application must include the following attachments:
- A valid proof of purchase or receipt that includes:
- Retailer name
- Date of purchase
- Product's name and model number
- Purchase price
- If your smart thermostat was purchased at Home Depot, you must also include the Home Depot Special Services Customer Invoice (or Customer/Caller Agreement) to meet proof-of-purchase requirements.
Note: Rebates are limited to one per household.
Apply for your rebate
Is a smart thermostat easy to install?
Do-it-yourself installation timing will vary by customer but the average process takes as little as 45 minutes. Manufacturers also recommend reaching out to a qualified contractor for help with installation. In either case, PG&E recommends carefully following all safety instructions as recommended by the manufacturer.
What makes a smart thermostat so smart?
A smart thermostat is a Wi-Fi enabled device that automatically adjusts your home’s heating and cooling. You can “set it and forget it” for greater ease of use and convenience, while saving energy. Some models allow for remote monitoring and control from your mobile phone, tablet or laptop, or wherever you happen to be.
According to ENERGY STAR, heating and cooling your home can cost up to $900 a year. A smart thermostat can save energy and money by maintaining recommended temperatures.
What’s the difference between a manual, programmable and smart thermostat?
There are three main types of thermostats:
Manual thermostat
You adjust the temperature setting up or down as desired by manually turning a dial or moving a lever.
Programmable thermostat
This thermostat uses a built-in calendar and clock for temperature adjustment by day and time.
Smart thermostat
Does everything a programmable thermostat does. It is also Wi-Fi enabled and automatically adjusts temperature settings for optimal performance.
PLEASE NOTE: Manually operated thermostats contain mercury and need to be disposed of carefully and properly. Locate a safe and free collection site near you, and see if you qualify for an additional $5 rebate. Find out more at the Thermostat Recycling Corporation.
What is a Time-of-use rate plan?
Time-of-Use rate plans are based on how much energy you use and when you use it. By shifting some electricity usage to times when costs are less and demand is down, you can lower your bill and support a healthier environment.
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Create a connected home
Now that you’ve got a smart thermostat, make the rest of your home smart. You’ll gain security, comfort and convenience, plus the energy efficiency will help you save.