Energy Saver NC, HOMES & HEAR Rebates
NC Department of Environmental Quality, State Energy Office
About This Program
The Grant Map catalogs Energy Saver NC, HOMES & HEAR Rebates in its Raleigh, NC research directory. The record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters; those tags do not establish eligibility or current service coverage.
Energy Saver NC, launched in January 2025, provides IRA-funded home energy rebates to North Carolina residents. The HOMES program offers rebates up to $8,000 for whole-home energy improvements achieving 20%+ savings. The HEAR program provides up to $14,000 for income-qualified households (at or below 80% AMI) for electrification upgrades including heat pump HVAC ($8,000), heat pump water heaters ($1,750), and insulation/air sealing ($1,600).
Estimate for income-qualified household replacing HVAC with heat pump under HEAR
The cited general URL responded on 2026-07-21; it does not confirm this program or amount.
Record set last reviewed 2026-04-03. How we verify our data.
Other published resources for Raleigh, NC, are listed below. Review each separately and ask the administrators whether they can coordinate funding for the same work:
- Raleigh Substantial Rehabilitation Program Up to $120,000
- Raleigh Limited Repair Program Up to $20,000
- Raleigh Home Revitalization Program Up to $30,000
- Wake County Major Home Repair Program Up to $90,000 (including closing costs and testing fees)
Key Details
- HEAR: Up to $8,000 for heat pump HVAC for income-qualified (≤80% AMI)
- HEAR: Up to $1,750 for heat pump water heater; $1,600 for insulation
- HOMES: Up to $8,000 for whole-home efficiency (20%+ savings required)
- IRA-funded, launched January 2025 statewide
- Apply at energysavernc.org or call 866-998-8555
How to Apply
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Your application paperwork
Documents you will likely need
- Proof you own and live in the home (deed, recent mortgage statement, or property tax bill).
- A government-issued photo ID for every owner on title.
- A written estimate from a licensed contractor for the work (many programs require this to apply).
- A recent utility bill for the home (energy and weatherization programs use it to confirm service and usage).
- Photos of the problem area or the work to be done.
- The program's own application form, completed (use the official link or phone number on this page).
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules and application route with the administrator. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Ongoing, apply through energysavernc.org or call 866-998-8555
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Frequently asked questions
What amount is listed for Energy Saver NC, HOMES & HEAR Rebates in Raleigh, NC?
The Grant Map record states: Up to $8,000 (HOMES whole-home rebate) or $14,000 (HEAR income-qualified). Confirm the current amount and eligible costs with the administrator.
What audience tags are recorded for Energy Saver NC, HOMES & HEAR Rebates in Raleigh?
The directory record carries audience tags for homeowners and renters. These tags do not establish eligibility; confirm the complete current rules with the administrator.
How do I apply for Energy Saver NC, HOMES & HEAR Rebates in Raleigh, NC?
Confirm the application route directly with NC Department of Environmental Quality, State Energy Office; use the cited source on this page as a starting point or call 866-998-8555. Confirm any fee or cost with the administrator.
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