Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Rebate Program
MVEC offers consumers financial incentives for the replacement of central heat pump systems, central conventional cooling systems, or dual fuel systems for existing single family dwellings.
Incentive Payment
| Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio | Conv. A/C | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| S.E.E.R or S.E.E.R.2 | Member | A/C Dealer | |
| 16.0 - 16.99 | 15.3 - 16.1 | $200 | $40 |
| 17.0 - 17.99 | 16.2 - 17.1 | $300 | $40 |
| Greater than 18.0 | Greater than 17.2 | $400 | $40 |
Incentive Payment
| Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio | Heat Pump | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| S.E.E.R or S.E.E.R.2 | Member | A/C Dealer | |
| 14.0 - 14.99 | 13.4 - 14.2 | $400 | $50 |
| 15.0 - 15.99 | 14.3 - 15.2 | $500 | $50 |
| Greater than 16.0 | Greater than 15.3 | $600 | $50 |
Eligibility requirements:
Residential consumers must be served by Magic Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Only central, ducted systems are eligible (no window or through the wall units). Outdoor condensing units, indoor evaporating coil, and air handler must be new and matched as shown in the current A.H.R.I. directory.
Central ducted air conditioning systems or package units with a minimum rating of either 16 SEER or 15.3 SEER2.
Central ducted heat pump systems or package units with a minimum rating of either 14 SEER or 13.4 SEER2.
The application must be submitted online within 30 days of installation.Include itemized contractor invoice or proof of purchase receipt consisting of:
- Product make, model and serial number (if applicable for product)
- Purchase date and installation date
- Contractor’s business/company name, address, phone number and TACLB license number
A licensed air-conditioning contractor is responsible for determining the unit’s proper size for best results.
New homes and master metered accounts are NOT eligible for rebates.
Program Guidelines and Procedures:
- Air-conditioning contractor must have a valid Texas air-conditioning contractor license.
- MVEC Member will initiate rebate forms.
- MVEC reserves the right to inspect all installations.
- The rebate will be disbursed to the member after MVEC receives and reviews all completed rebate forms. Please allow 6 weeks after receipt of all documentation to receive rebate.
- The air-condition capacity sizing ratio must exceed 500 square feet per ton. If the ratio does not meet the minimum requirement, a load calculation (manual “J” or computer) must accompany the rebate request.
- Unit must be installed January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024.
- Rebate request must be submitted to MVEC within 30 days of the installation of the unit.
- A copy of the purchase receipt or invoice must be mailed to MVEC, Attn: Rebate Program, P.O. Box 267, Mercedes, TX 78570, emailed (info@magicvalley.coop). Please include home address and MVEC account number on receipt or invoice.
- MVEC Member must provide proof of purchase. Air-conditioning systems installed and purchased by City, County, State, or federal grant programs do not qualify for rebates.
- Must be for a replacement of an existing central ducted system.
Required Documentation:
- Completed MVEC Rebate form (submitted online)
- Contractor installation invoice signed and dated
- AHRI certification for HVAC system installed
Rebates are limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis until funds earmarked for the program are depleted or the program is terminated. To qualify for a rebate the home must be served by MVEC. The terms and conditions of the Program are subject to change without notice. Rebate forms must be received within thirty (30) days of installation to qualify for rebate.