Air to Water Heat Pumps

Install a high-efficiency heat pump—and get up to $16,000 back.
An air to water heat pump system

Air to water heat pumps can provide a total solution for heating, cooling, and hot water supply in a home.

Air to water heat pumps use the same concept as an air source heat pump for drawing out heat from the outdoor air. The difference is it delivers the heat via water piped through a home (rather than hot air).

Residents can also take advantage of federal tax credits to lower the price of purchasing and installing an air to water heat pump. Greater discounts and no-cost options are also available to income-qualifying customers.

Air to Water Heat Pump Rebates
Equipment Type Efficiency Requirements Rebate Amount Enhanced Amount
(Income-Based)*
Air to Water Heat Pump Refer to MassSave.com/HPQPL  $3,000 per ton up to $10,000 $16,000 per home

*The Sponsors of Mass Save offer enhanced incentives for income-qualified households. Pre-existing fuel type must be oil, propane, or electric resistance. Cape Light Compact enhanced heat pump rebates differ from the amount listed. Customers are eligible for 80% of the installed cost of qualifying heat pump systems.


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​​​Not Sure Where to Start?

Schedule a no-cost, virtual consultation with a Mass Save Decarbonization Specialist for guidance. You can also use our Heating Comparison Calculator to compare the annual costs and savings of different systems.

An energy efficient heat pump in Massachusetts

Case Study: Dick MacDonough

After an existing central air conditioner unit broke down, Dick decided to upgrade to a high-efficiency heat pump and use a smart thermostat—reducing his annual carbon dioxide emissions by 5.1 metric tons.

An energy efficient home in Massachusetts

Case Study: All-Electric Home in Acton

When setting out to build a new home, homeowners in Acton wanted a high level of energy efficiency and a low carbon footprint. With a ducted heat pump, heat pump water heater, solar array, and battery storage, these homeowners have an annual electric savings of 9,595 kWh.