A Lower Electric Rate for Heat Pump Owners
Beginning November 1, 2025, National Grid has launched a special Heat Pump Rate designed to reward Massachusetts homeowners who heat with efficient electric systems.
This rate offers a significantly lower delivery charge on your electricity bill from November 1 through April 30, directly reducing your winter heating costs.
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Key points:
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The lower rate applies to all electricity used during the heating season, not just what the heat pump consumes.
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To qualify, your home must use a heat pump as a primary or partial heating source.
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Homeowners who installed a heat pump through the Mass Save program in 2019 or later may be automatically enrolled.
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If your system was installed outside of Mass Save or before 2019, you can still apply to join the program.
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Typical winter savings range from $70 to $141 per month for standard residential customers.
This new program effectively rewards efficiency by lowering the cost of the electricity that powers your system — turning comfort upgrades into direct financial savings.
Why This Lower Rate Matters
At North Winds Mechanical, we believe this new rate is a major win for Nantucket and Cape Cod homeowners. It aligns cost savings with environmental responsibility and helps our clients transition to modern, efficient systems without sacrificing comfort.
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Lower Heating Bills All Winter
By switching to a heat pump, you not only use less energy but also qualify for the lower National Grid winter rate. That means you save twice: once from higher system efficiency and again from a reduced utility charge.
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Year-Round Comfort
Heat pumps heat in winter and cool in summer. They keep homes comfortable in every season while maintaining quiet, efficient operation.
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Stacked Incentives for Even Greater Savings
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Higher Property Value and Marketability
A home with a high-efficiency HVAC system and verified lower operating costs stands out to buyers and renters alike.
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Cleaner and More Reliable
Heat pumps eliminate fuel deliveries, reduce carbon emissions, and perform reliably even in coastal conditions.
How North Winds Mechanical Helps You Capture the Lower Rate
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System Evaluation and Audit
We review your home’s existing system, confirm heat pump eligibility, and ensure you qualify for the National Grid lower winter rate.
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Equipment Selection We specify high-performance, cold-climate systems designed for Nantucket and Cape Cod conditions — systems that optimize efficiency and qualify for both rebate and rate programs.
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Rebate and Rate Enrollment
When installing with North Winds, we manage all rebate applications, confirm federal credit eligibility, and handle the National Grid Heat Pump Rate enrollment, ensuring your lower rate activates as soon as your system is in service.
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Education and Maintenance Support We train you on proper system operation and maintenance so your heat pump performs efficiently and your lower rate delivers maximum benefit.
Federal Tax Credit Ends December 31, 2025
The federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit (Section 25C) provides up to 30% of your installation cost, capped at $2,000 per household each year.
To qualify, your system must meet ENERGY STAR cold-climate standards and be installed before December 31, 2025.
After that, this credit will expire. Acting now ensures you combine the federal credit with the new lower National Grid heat pump rate for maximum savings.
The Bottom Line
The new lower National Grid Heat Pump Rate changes the economics of home heating. When combined with federal tax credits homeowners can now reduce winter energy bills while investing in long-term comfort and property value.
North Winds Mechanical specializes in premium, efficient HVAC design for coastal environments. We help homeowners and property managers capture every available incentive while ensuring reliable, quiet, and efficient performance year-round.
Ready to take advantage of the lower rate?
Contact us today to schedule your complimentary site visit and learn how to qualify for National Grid’s new Heat Pump Rate and federal incentives before 2026
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