Maryland Existing Home Water Heater Rebate
Washington Gas offers up to $400 for Maryland residential customers who replace an older water heater with a new, high-efficiency model under the EmPOWER Maryland initiative.
Guidance
Washington Gas offers up to $400 for Maryland residential customers who replace an older water heater with a new, high-efficiency model under the EmPOWER Maryland initiative.
Homeowner Tasks
- Verify your utility service
Confirm that you are a residential customer of Washington Gas in Maryland.
- Confirm the project type
Ensure this project is a replacement of an older water heater in an existing home, not a new construction installation.
Contractor Tasks
- Install a high-efficiency water heater
Supply and install a new water heater that meets the program's high-efficiency model requirements.
- Process the claim online
Visit WashingtonGasRebates.com/waterheater to process the claim and submit necessary documentation.
Qualification
- Energy Star certified equipment
Not required: ahri matched pair · income-qualified · has income-qualified portion · pre-approval required · permit required · contractor enrollment required · fuel switching required
Budget & Availability
- March 16, 2026Funded through EmPOWER Maryland surcharges, verify specific current program status online.
How to Submit
Check WashingtonGasRebates.com/waterheater for current guidelines and claims processing.