Georgia HEAR Program
Rebate Eligibility Made Easy: Up to $14,000 Available
What is the Georgia Home Energy Rebate Program?
Georgia's Home Energy Rebates include two programs designed to help residents lower energy costs through energy-efficient home improvements and electric appliance upgrades.
Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR)
The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates program provides point-of-sale rebates to households earning less than 150 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI) in their county. Eligible households may receive up to $14,000 in total rebates.
Eligible upgrades may include:
- Heat pumps for heating and cooling
- Heat pump water heaters
- Electrical panel upgrades (breaker box)
- Electric wiring upgrades
How Estes Services Can Help
Estes Services helps homeowners understand eligibility, select qualifying upgrades, and navigate the rebate process to maximize available savings.
Discover Your Savings in Seconds
Find out how much you may qualify for through Georgia's Home Energy Rebate program based on your household income and location.
- Low-Income Households (under 80% AMI): Eligible for up to 100 percent of project costs, capped at $14,000
- Moderate-Income Households (80 to 150% AMI): Eligible for up to 50 percent of project costs, capped at $14,000
- Available to single-family households statewide
- Incentive amounts vary by county and household size
Who is eligible for rebates?
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The Home Electrification and Appliance (HEAR) program is only available to households with an annual income that is less than 150 percent of the area median income (AMI) of their county.
Application Documents You’ll Need
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Households must provide a state-issued ID (driver's license, passport, etc.) and proof of residency or property owner authorization (utility bill, lease). Income eligibility requires tax documents, W-2s, or pay stubs. Alternatively, households may qualify through categorical eligibility by participating in another state/federal program that meets the Home Energy Rebates income thresholds.
Find Out Your Area Median Income (AMI)
Household AMI varies by county in Georgia. To determine your household's AMI, please click the link below. Knowing your AMI helps determine eligibility for Georgia Home Energy Rebates and other energy efficiency programs.
