Seattle's Clean Heat Program

Why Change From Heating Oil?

Heating oil is the least efficient, most expensive, and most polluting form of home heating in Seattle. With heating oil prices at an all-time high and generous incentives to finance the project, there’s never been a better time to switch to an energy-efficient heat pump that can save you more than 50% on your annual heating costs. Heat pumps also provide air-conditioning, making them a great solution for year-round comfort.

In addition, underground oil tanks can rust and develop leaks that contaminate your soil and groundwater. Switching to electric heat and decommissioning your oil tank can reduce the risk of contamination. There are an estimated 8,000-10,000 homes heating with oil in Seattle (down from approximately 18,000 in 2018), and the City is committed to helping transition all remaining households by 2030 through instant rebates and no-cost conversions for income-qualified households.   

Clean Heat Rebates

In order to reduce climate pollution, reduce heating costs, and support the adoption of efficient home cooling, the City is offering a $2,000 instant rebate when you switch from heating your home with oil to heating with an energy-efficient Mitsubishi Electric Heat Pump. This rebate can be combined with a $2,000 federal tax credit!

Starting September 1st, 2024 and for a limited time, the City is also offering a $4,000 bonus rebate on top of the $2,000. This bonus rebate applies to moderate-income households earning between 81% - 150% of the Area’s Median Income. Combining these incentives means you could save up to $8,000 on the project! See below for income limits.

How to Participate:

Step 1: Contact participating contractors for no-cost estimates and select a contractor to install a qualified Mitsubishi electric heat pump. 

Step 2: Fill out the Homeowner Participation Form, provide it to your contractor, and install your equipment. 

Step 3: Decommission your oil tank per the Seattle Fire Department requirements to prevent future leaks on your property. The WA State Pollution Liability Insurance Agency has published a fact sheet on heating oil tank leaks and resources available.

Start enjoying year-round comfort and lower heating and cooling costs!

^{Bonus rebates are provided by the Washington State Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) program. The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates Program is supported with funding from Washington’s Climate Commitment Act. The CCA supports Washington’s climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov/.}