Home Efficiency Rebate Program (HOMES)
Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES), offered through Save Energy Minnesota, provide rebates for whole‑home energy improvements that help Minnesotans reduce energy use and save on utility bills. Your rebate amount depends on your household income and the amount of energy your home is expected to save.
The program applies to existing single‑family homes and multifamily buildings. New construction is not eligible.
Who is Eligible
You may qualify for HOMES rebates if:
- You live in an existing single‑family home or multifamily building.
- Your planned upgrades will reduce energy use by at least 20 percent.
- Your household meets the income requirements listed in the rebate tables below.
- You work with an approved contractor once the program is active.
- Your project began on or after August 16, 2022, and meets all federal and state requirements.
How the Program Works
Here is the general process for participating in the HOMES:
- Schedule a home energy assessment.
This is required and must be completed before any upgrades are installed. - Review the assessment results.
Your contractor will model your home’s current energy use and estimate how much you can save. - Select qualifying upgrades.
Improvements must be expected to reduce energy use by at least 20 percent. - Complete the upgrades with an approved contractor.
Only contractors approved by the state will qualify once the list is published. - Verify the energy savings and complete the rebate process.
Your contractor will help document the project, so it meets program requirements.
Required Home Energy Assessment
A home energy assessment is required for all HOMES rebates. It must:
- Be completed by an approved contractor.
- Use a calibrated energy model that meets BPI-2400 standards.
- Estimate your total energy savings after upgrades. Upgrades must show at least 20 percent modeled energy savings to qualify.
Eligible Products and Upgrades
HOMES rebates focus on whole‑home energy improvements, especially weatherization. Eligible upgrades include:
Air sealing
Insulation
Duct sealing
Weatherstripping, caulking, and sealing around windows and doors
ENERGY STAR® certified windows, storm windows, doors, and skylights
ENERGY STAR® qualified thermostats
LED lighting and fixtures
Low-flow water fixtures and faucet aerators
Rebate Amounts
Single Family Rebate Levels
| Modeled Energy Savings | Income Level | Rebate Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 20 – 34% | Below 80% AMI | Lesser of $6,000 or 100% of project cost |
| 20 – 34% | Between 80 – 150% AMI | Lesser of $4,000 or 80% of project cost |
| 20 – 34% | Greater than 150% AMI | Lesser of $2,000 or 50% of project cost |
| 35% or greater | Below 80% AMI | Lesser of $12,000 or 100% of project cost |
| 35% or greater | Between 80 – 150% AMI | Lesser of $8,000 or 80% of project cost |
| 35% or greater | Greater than 150% AMI | Lesser of $4,000 or 50% of project cost |
Multifamily Rebate Levels
| Modeled Energy Savings | Income Level | Rebate Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 20 – 34% | A building with at least 50% of households with incomes less than 80% AMI | Lesser of $6,000 per dwelling unit or 100% of project cost |
| 20 – 34% | A building with at least 50% of households with incomes between 80-150% AMI | Lesser of $4,000 or 80% of project cost |
| 20 – 34% | A building with at least 50% of households with incomes greater than 150% AMI | Lesser of $2,000 or 50% of project cost |
| 35% or greater | A building with at least 50% of households with incomes less than 80% AMI | Lesser of $12,000 or 100% of project cost |
| 35% or greater | A building with at least 50% of households with incomes between 80-150% AMI | Lesser of $8,000 or 80% of project cost |
| 35% or greater | A building with at least 50% of households with incomes greater than 150% AMI | $4,000 per dwelling unit up to $400,000 per building |
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– Be cautious of unexpected calls, emails, texts, online ads, or door-to-door visits about Save Energy Minnesota program, these may be scams.
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Last Updated: December 9, 2025
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