$3,500 - $4,000 cash incentive for manufactured homes
Manufactured home residents across Oregon may be eligible for either a special promotional price or an increased incentive on a professionally installed ducted or ductless heat pump through December 31, 2024. By working with one of our participating trade allies, incentives will be paid directly to your contractor, who will deduct the incentive amount from your invoice, reducing your out-of-pocket costs.
Ducted heat pumps or ductless heat pumps (also known as mini splits), are about twice as efficient as an electric furnace and can help you save up to 40% on your annual heating costs. These efficient systems also allow you to cool your home during hot summer months, so you can close the windows, turn off the fans and get rid of that noisy room air conditioner.
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Establish your eligibility
You must live in Oregon and heat your home primarily with electric resistance heat provided by Portland General Electric or Pacific Power and work with one of our selected trade allies. If you do not own your manufactured home, the property owner or manager must approve the services before any improvements can begin.
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Select a trade ally and have them install the equipment
Eligible manufactured home residents should contact Energy Trust or one of our selected trade allies listed under the Participating Trade Allies page. Energy Trust is working with contractors who have experience with heating systems in manufactured homes to offer preferred pricing, in addition to increased Energy Trust incentives, to keep out-of-pocket costs low. You must work with one of our approved contractors to be eligible for this promotion. Whether you own or rent your manufactured home, Energy Trust can help you find a participating trade ally contractor.
To receive a list of approved Energy Trust trade allies in your area, call us at 1.866.311.1822 or check the Participating Trade Allies page.
| Heat Pumps | Incentive* | Requirements |
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| Ducted heat pump | $4,000 |
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| Ductless heat pump | $3,500 |
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*Incentives will be paid directly to your contractor, who will deduct the incentive amount from your invoice, reducing your out-of-pocket costs. You are responsible for paying the balance of the invoice.
How do I know if a ducted or ductless heat pump will be better for my home?
A ducted heat pump works in weather conditions down to about 35 degrees unassisted, and down to about 20 degrees with support from a backup electric furnace. Ducted systems may be suitable for homes with ducts in adequate/good repair that were built in or after 1985. They are a better choice for homes with closed floor plans.
Ductless heat pumps are a highly efficient way to provide heating and cooling to your home, and installation is easy. A single indoor ductless unit can heat and cool a large living space, making these systems especially suitable for homes with open floor plans. Operating entirely without ductwork, they eliminate any potential energy loss from leaky or unsealed ducts (which can account for 15‒20% of heat loss in a home) and can make your home more comfortable while lowering your energy costs.
Your contractor will work with you to determine which type of heat pump is best suited for your home.
Heat pump controls prevent your system from turning on when it’s not needed. Installing heat pump controls for your existing ducted heat pump system can save up to $100 on annual heating costs and help you maintain a comfortable home.
Are there other resources available to help make my home more efficient?
Depending on household income, customers may qualify for free energy upgrade assistance programs available through local community action agencies and other community service providers. Visit www.energytrust.org/community-resources to learn more about free weatherization and heating equipment programs available for income-qualified households.