SECO Rebates
If you are a Texas resident wanting to replace your air conditioning and heating system, you are in for good news. You can now get the job done and even receive a rebate from the State of Texas. Since Federal Tax Rebates on home energy efficiency improvements will come to an end on December 31, 2010, acting fast can get you some smart savings while you replace your air conditioning system or get home a new HVAC instead of the older version that you have been living with until now.
Who is eligible?
Texas residents having a valid residential address (in Texas) meet the criteria for this rebate if they abide by all rules of the program, which are slated to be announced before the program is launched this winter. Since this is a program for appliance replacement, participants must consent to replacing and disposing off their current functional appliances with a new model of a similar appliance category that’s ENERGY STAR qualified.
You can even get rebate on an appliance that you have put on layaway in case the final payment and proof of purchase occurs after the start of the program.
Which appliances fall under the purview of this rebate?
Appliance categories coming under the purview of this rebate include freezers, refrigerators, room air conditioners, dishwashers, clothes washers, water heaters, central air conditioners, and air-source heat pumps. Though the April 2010 rebate was applicable on these same categories, the rebate amounts may slightly change this winter. You can get the present list of qualifying models for each appliance category at
www.ENERGYSTAR.gov. If you are unsure about the appliances that are ENERGY STAR qualified, you can ask a sales associate to guide you the right way. In case you have some additional questions, you can email the ENERGY STAR Hotline This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 1.888.STAR.YES (1.888.782.7937).
What are the rebates?
Out of the Federal amount available nationally to the tune of $300 million, SECO allocation accounts for $23,341,000. You can get additional program details on the website.
Some of the rebate amounts that you can enjoy are as follows:
|
ApplianceCategory |
Rebate Amount |
Purchase Period |
Required Place of Purchase |
|
Freezers |
$180 |
4/16 – 4/25 |
In store |
|
Room Air Conditioners |
$45 |
4/16 – 4/25 |
In store |
|
Refrigerators |
$240 |
4/16 – 4/25 |
In store |
|
Hot Water Heaters |
$190 – $640* |
4/16 – 60 days from date of rebate reservation or waitlist request |
From a Texas contractor or in store |
|
Dishwashers |
$110 or $140* |
4/16 – 4/25 |
In store |
|
Central Air Conditioners |
$1,000, $800 or $600 * |
4/16 – 60 days from date of rebate reservation or waitlist request |
From a Texas contractor or in store |
|
Clothes Washers |
$150 or $180* |
4/16 – 4/25 |
In store |
Based on the type of appliance and the energy efficiency of model bought, reservation will be applicable for the highest amount.
How do I get the rebates?
Rebates will be available on a first-come, first-served basis through a purchase and mail-in rebate program. You can purchase appliances in-store from a Texas contractor or a Texas retailer. There won’t be any online or phone reservation system.
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