Virginia Guide · Updated April 2026

Virginia Rebates & Credits: Programs Coming, Federal Credits Available Now in 2026

Virginia's HOMES and HEAR programs ($188M allocated) are awaiting DOE approval. Federal energy credits and utility rebates are available now while state programs launch.

What rebates and credits are available in Virginia right now?

Virginia homeowners can access federal tax credits, state HOMES/HEAR rebate programs, and local property tax exemptions. Here is the current status of every major program as of April 2026:

ProgramValueStatusSource
HOMES Rebate ProgramUp to $8,000Coming Soon.gov
HEAR Electrification RebateUp to $14,000Coming Soon.gov
Federal Energy Credits$500 - $12,000Available.gov

What should Virginia homeowners know about these programs?

Both HOMES and HEAR awaiting DOE approval — $188M allocated

Federal solar and energy efficiency credits available now

Virginia Energy Sense portal aggregates utility rebates from Dominion and others

Low property tax rate (0.76%) but no statewide homestead exemption

How much can Virginia homeowners save with each program?

HOMES Rebate Program

Coming Soon
Up to $8,000

$94.3M allocated to Virginia. Applications submitted to DOE, awaiting approval. No estimated launch date announced.

Official program page →

HEAR Electrification Rebate

Coming Soon
Up to $14,000

$94.0M allocated. Same status as HOMES — awaiting DOE approval.

Official program page →

Federal Energy Credits

$500 - $12,000

Don't wait for state programs. Solar, heat pump, and efficiency credits are available now for Virginia homeowners.

Official program page →

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