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Heat pumps sold so fast in Maine, the state just upped its target (www.canarymedia.com)
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Heat pumps sold so fast in Maine, the state just upped its target::undefined

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[–] Desistance 6 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Is this the reason why they're so expensive?

[–] Random_user 6 points 1 year ago

Just had a 48btu unit installed. 2,000 sqft, 3 - 9k wall units, 1 - 18k ducted unit. Operational down to -22 F.

$20,000 and then a $4,300 rebate and later a $2,000 tax credit. Down right affordable. Would have been even less if new ductwork didn't have to be retrofitted.

[–] specseaweed 5 points 1 year ago

There are many rebates for their installation. Check your city, state, federal, and utility for kick backs. That's having a huge effect on demand.