Massachusetts is taking a significant leap toward cleaner, more affordable home heating. The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) recently approved seasonal electric rate discounts for homes with heat pumps across the commonwealth’s major utilities—Eversource, National Grid, and Unitil—which will go into effect beginning November 1, 2025.
These discounts are designed to lower the distribution portion of residents’ electric bills during the winter months, leading to estimated savings of around $540 per household over the heating season. In fact, under the previously approved rates, about 64% of homeowners would save by switching to heat pumps, and with the more ambitious proposed discounts, that number could climb to 82%, with median savings reaching as high as $687.
Why Switch to Heat Pumps?
1. Cold-Weather Savings
By shaving off delivery charges on your winter electricity usage, heat pumps become an even more cost-effective option compared to oil or electric-resistance heating systems.
2. Fairness and Clean Energy Goals
These discounts aren’t a subsidy; they’re a fair rate reflecting the efficiency and reduced infrastructure strain that heat pumps offer during peak winter season.
3. Momentum for Electrification
These rate changes support Massachusetts’ goal of installing 500,000 heat pumps by 2030, building on the more than 90,000 units already installed through Mass Save® to date.
What Are the Benefits of Heat Pumps?
- Year-Round Comfort: Heat pumps efficiently handle both heating and cooling with the same hardware.
- Energy Savings: Heat pumps significantly reduce reliance on expensive delivered fuels like oil or propane.
- Environmental Impact: Reduced greenhouse gas emissions support healthier indoor air quality and a cleaner grid.
- Long-Term Value: Enhanced home efficiency can boost home resale value and reduce operating costs.
Ready to Start Saving on Home Heating?
Start with a No-Cost Home Energy Assessment.
It’s smart to explore your heat pump options before the utilities’ November 1, 2025, deadline, and HomeWorks Energy is here to help. Your no-cost Home Energy Assessment can unlock huge savings on heat pumps and other energy-efficiency upgrades for your home, including:
It’s smart to explore your heat pump options before the utilities’ November 1 deadline, and HomeWorks Energy is here to help. Your no-cost Home Energy Assessment can unlock huge savings on heat pumps and other energy-efficiency upgrades for your home, including:
- Up to $16,000 in Mass Save heat pump rebates
- 0% interest Mass Save HEAT Loan for any remaining costs of your upgrades
- 75-100% off weatherization enhancements to enhance home comfort, start saving energy, and ensure your heating and cooling systems aren’t being overworked
Don't miss out on federal tax credits! They end this year.
Signed into law on July 4, 2025, the One Big Beautiful Bill eliminates the Residential Clean Energy Credit for energy-efficiency upgrades like heat pumps. Get your new heat pump system installed before the end of 2025 to take advantage of up to $2,000 in federal incentives that won’t be available in 2026 and beyond.
During your no-cost Home Energy Assessment, one of our skilled Home Energy Specialists will evaluate your home’s candidacy for heat pumps and let you know what rebates you qualify for. They will also review your existing insulation, heating and cooling systems, and energy use to provide a full-home picture of your energy use and potential savings.
If you’re considering cleaner, smarter heating and want to start saving on energy costs this winter, now is the time to get started! To qualify for the discounted heat pump electric rate, Massachusetts households must have a heat pump installed and communicate to their electric provider (Eversource, National Grid, or Unitil) that they wish to enroll in the seasonal rate before the winter heating season begins on November 1, 2025.
Make the Switch to Energy-Efficient Heat Pumps
Massachusetts is making heat pump adoption more affordable and appealing. With new winter rate discounts, efficiency benefits, robust Mass Save incentives, and a December 31 deadline for federal tax credits, there’s never been a better time to electrify your home’s heating.
Start by scheduling your no-cost Home Energy Assessment today, and unlock big savings on the cozy, efficient home you deserve this winter and beyond.
Already had your no-cost Mass Save Assessment?
No worries! Schedule a no-cost Heating Consultation with us to discuss your heating and cooling options. You can find out more about HomeWorks’ HVAC services here.
