Manufacturer Rebates
Factory instant rebates on the equipment we install. These run on fixed promotion windows, so timing your project matters.
Active — ends July 31, 2026 as of July 3, 2026
Daikin Consumer Instant Rebate
$750–$1,400 instant
Full Daikin FIT systems ($750), FIT + ductless bundles (up to $1,400 total), and select ductless-only systems ($450–$750), purchased May 1 – July 31, 2026.
- - Equipment purchased between May 1 and July 31, 2026 (ductless-only offers start May 15)
- - Full FIT system: FIT outdoor unit + matching Daikin furnace or air handler + Daikin ONE smart thermostat
- - Installed by a participating independent Daikin Comfort Pro
Utility Rebates
Rebates from the electric utility that serves your address. Most of our Gulf Coast and Panhandle service area is FPL territory.
Active as of July 3, 2026
FPL Residential A/C Rebate
$200 instant
A new central air conditioner or heat pump system (indoor and outdoor units) rated SEER2 15.2 or higher, installed at a residential home in FPL territory.
- - FPL residential electric customer
- - Complete system replacement — both indoor and outdoor units
- - Installation by an FPL-approved Participating Independent Contractor (PIC)
Check current status as of July 3, 2026
LCEC (Cape Coral) Efficiency Programs
Varies
LCEC, the cooperative serving Cape Coral and North Fort Myers, does not currently publish an A/C-replacement rebate. It offers energy-efficiency guidance and bill-payment assistance programs.
- - LCEC members — offerings change, so confirm directly with LCEC before you buy
State of Florida
Florida's federally funded home-energy rebate programs are administered by FDACS and have not opened yet — here is where they actually stand.
Not yet open as of July 3, 2026
Florida HEAR Rebates (Florida Energy Saver)
Up to $14,000 (when live)
Point-of-sale discounts on heat pumps (up to $8,000), heat pump water heaters (up to $1,750), electrical panels, wiring, and insulation — once the program launches.
- - Household income under 150% of your county's Area Median Income (AMI)
- - Under 80% AMI: up to 100% of project cost; 80–150% AMI: up to 50%
- - Not accepting applications yet — you can register for launch alerts today
Not yet open as of July 3, 2026
Florida HOMES Rebates (Florida Energy Saver)
TBD by FDACS
Whole-home efficiency rebates for upgrades predicted to cut a home's energy use by at least 20% — insulation plus efficient heating and cooling equipment.
- - Follows the HEAR rollout; Florida-specific rules not yet published
- - Larger rebates planned for lower-income households
Federal Tax Credits
The federal energy-efficiency tax credits most homeowners remember ended December 31, 2025. Here is what changed and what it means for a 2026 project.
Expired Dec 31, 2025 as of July 3, 2026
Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (25C)
Was 30%, up to $3,200/yr
Heat pumps and heat pump water heaters (up to $2,000/yr) plus central ACs, water heaters, insulation, and more (up to $1,200/yr) — for equipment placed in service by December 31, 2025 only.
- - Not available for equipment placed in service after December 31, 2025
- - 2025 installations can still be claimed on your 2025 return (IRS Form 5695)
Local & Income-Qualified Programs
Sarasota-area programs that can help pay for — or finance — energy and comfort upgrades, depending on your household and property.
Financing, not a rebate as of July 3, 2026
Sarasota County PACE Financing
Financing only
Property Assessed Clean Energy financing for energy-efficient A/C, solar water heaters, insulation, and hurricane hardening — repaid through your property-tax bill.
- - Sarasota County property owners, through four county-approved PACE providers
- - The county urges comparing quotes and understanding the risks before signing
Active — income-qualified as of July 3, 2026
Weatherization Assistance Program (Step Up Suncoast)
Free qualifying measures
Free energy-saving measures for income-qualified households in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties — duct sealing, insulation, water-heater measures, and in some cases HVAC system replacement.
- - Household income within the program's published limits
- - Residents of Sarasota, Manatee, or Charlotte counties (Panhandle residents: ask your local community action agency about WAP)
Rebates Cover Part of It. Financing Covers the Rest.
Rebates reduce what your project costs; financing changes how you pay for what's left.
Many of our customers combine an instant rebate with a monthly payment plan on approved
credit — and PACE-style property-tax financing exists in Sarasota County as a separate
option worth understanding before you sign anything.
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Rebates attach to specific equipment and installations. These are the projects where the
programs above most often apply:
Rebate Questions, Answered Straight
Can I stack rebates from different programs on one project?
Often, yes. A manufacturer instant rebate (like Daikin's) and a utility rebate (like FPL's $200 A/C rebate) come from different parties and can generally apply to the same qualifying installation. When Florida's HEAR program opens, it will have its own rules about combining with other rebates. We'll confirm which combinations apply to your specific equipment and utility before you sign anything.
Do you handle the rebate paperwork and applications?
Instant rebates are handled at the point of sale: the Daikin instant rebate is applied by the participating Comfort Pro dealer when you purchase, and FPL's $200 rebate appears as a credit on the installing contractor's invoice — no forms for you. Tax credits (for qualifying 2025 installs) are claimed on your own tax return with IRS Form 5695. We'll help you identify everything you qualify for at your free estimate and point you to the right official application for anything that isn't instant.
Is there still a federal tax credit for a new AC or heat pump in 2026?
No. The federal 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit ended for equipment placed in service after December 31, 2025, under 2025 federal legislation, and no direct federal replacement exists. If your system was installed by December 31, 2025, you can still claim it on your 2025 tax return. For 2026 projects, savings come from manufacturer, utility, and (once live) Florida state programs.
Is Florida's $8,000 heat pump rebate real?
The program is real but not open yet. Florida's HEAR program — part of the FDACS Florida Energy Saver Program — plans rebates up to $8,000 for qualifying heat pumps and up to $14,000 total per household, limited to households under 150% of area median income. As of July 2026 it is still pending final federal approval and is not accepting applications. Anyone promising that rebate on a sale today is selling something that doesn't exist yet — but you can register on the state portal for launch alerts.
Rebates, tax credits, and incentive programs are offered by third parties (government agencies, utilities, and manufacturers), change frequently, and depend on your eligibility, equipment, and location — amounts and availability are not guaranteed. American Plumbing, Heating & Cooling does not provide tax advice; please confirm current federal or state tax treatment with a qualified tax professional. Programs change — call us at (941) 735-6616 to confirm current rebates, and we'll help you identify what you qualify for at your free in-home estimate.
