Refrigerators, Clothes Washers and Electric Clothes Dryers – Program Changes:
As of March 31, 2019, new requirements for these appliances are in effect. ENERGY STAR certified clothes washers, refrigerators and electric clothes dryers will no longer qualify for rebates after March 31, 2019.
If you purchased a qualifying ENERGY STAR certified appliance on or before March 31, 2019, you will have up to 30 days after purchase to submit your rebate application processing under the older system. Please note that all applications must be received by April 30, 2019.
Have questions? Contact us at 1-877-818-4094.
Appliances help you keep your home running smoothly. But they also use a lot of energy. To help you save energy and save money, SMECO offers rebates when you purchase select ENERGY STAR® certified appliances.
Getting your rebate is easy!
- Review the program terms and conditions listed in the applicable rebate forms below.
- Buy a qualified appliance from any Maryland retailer (or participating contractor for hybrid heat pump water heaters and pool pumps).
If you purchase your appliance online, you must pay the Maryland Sales and Use Tax to be eligible to receive your rebate. If the retailer did not include sales tax on the transaction, you can go to the Comptroller of Maryland website for more information.
- Either submit your rebate online or print, complete, and then mail in the rebate form with the product’s proof of purchase (or if you have purchased a hybrid heat pump water heater or pool pump through a participating contractor they can electronically submit the rebate on your behalf). See rebate forms for eligibility requirements.
Instant rebates make it even easier!
Now you can get instant rebates on select ENERGY STAR appliances at participating retailers. Get details.
Smart Thermostat - $100 Rebate - NEW!Get a $100 rebate when you purchase a qualifying ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostat. Submit an online application or mail in a rebate form. |
Clothes Washer - $75-$100 Rebate - Appliances must have been purchased by March 31, 2019.Qualified Clothes WashersIn the link above, Tier 2 models listed qualify for $75 rebate. In the link above, Tier 3 models listed qualify for $100 rebate. Submit an online application or mail in a rebate form. |
Electric Clothes Dryer - $50 Rebate - Appliances must have been purchased by March 31, 2019.Get a $50 rebate when you purchase a qualifying ENERGY STAR certified electric clothes dryer. Submit an online application or mail in a rebate form. |
Refrigerator - $100 Rebate - Appliances must have been purchased by March 31, 2019.In the link above, Tier 2 models listed qualify for $100 rebate. In the link above, Tier 3 models listed qualify for $100 rebate. Refrigerators must be larger than 10 cubic feet to qualify for a rebate. Submit an online application or mail in a rebate form. |
Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heaters and Pool Pumps – Rebate Changes:
On March 8, 2019, new requirements for these programs went into effect. These updates will make it faster for you to get rebates for qualifying energy-efficient equipment. Instead of having to wait for paperwork to be processed before you get your rebate, your SMECO rebate will work more like an instant discount—it will be issued immediately and taken off the cost of your equipment at the time of purchase.
If you purchased qualifying hybrid heat pump water heaters or pool pumps on or before March 8, 2019, your equipment must be installed by April 8, 2019, and your contractor will have up to 30 days after installation to submit your rebate application for processing under the older system. Please note that all applications must be received by April 22, 2019.
Have questions? Contact your participating contractor or call 1-877-818-4094.
Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater - $500 RebateQualified Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heaters Qualifying models that hold 55 gallons or less must have an energy factor of 2.0 or higher, while units larger than 55 gallons must have an energy factor of 2.2 or above. Is a hybrid heat pump water heater right for me? Two Ways to Get Your Rebate
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Pool Pumps - $400 RebateIn the link above, click on “Variable-speed” in the left toolbar to find in-ground and above ground models eligible for the $400 rebate. (Note that single-speed and multi-speed pool pumps are not eligible for rebates.) Two Ways to Get Your Rebate
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Special Information for Renters and Landlords: Learn how to participate.
Why Choose ENERGY STAR Appliances?
- ENERGY STAR certified clothes washers use about 20% less energy and 35% less water than regular washers.
- ENERGY STAR certified dryers use about 20% less energy than conventional models without sacrificing features or performance. They do this using innovative energy saving technologies, such as moisture sensors that detect when clothes are dry and automatically shut the dryer off.
- ENERGY STAR certified hybrid water heaters can save the average household almost $300 per year in energy costs compared to a standard electric water heater.
- ENERGY STAR certified pool pumps use 70% less energy than standard pool pumps and on average can save you over $300 per year.
Source: ENERGY STAR
Energy cost savings are estimates only and may vary by usage and current rates. Check out your potential savings with ENERGY STAR’s Appliance Savings Calculator.
Learn more about the benefits of ENERGY STAR appliances and ways to reduce your energy use. For questions or more information about the Appliance program, please call 1-877-818-4094.
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