Active ProgramLast verified: 2026-07-19

SMUD Electrical Panel Upgrade Rebate

Save up to

Up to $2,000

Provider

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)

SMUD offers up to $2,000 toward electrical panel upgrades when adding major electric loads like heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, EV chargers, or induction cooktops. Many older Sacramento homes have 100-amp panels that can't support modern electrification without an upgrade to 200 amps.

✓Must be a SMUD residential customer
✓Panel upgrade must be paired with installation of qualifying electric equipment (heat pump, HPWH, EV charger, induction cooktop)
✓Work must be performed by a licensed electrical contractor
✓Standalone panel upgrades (without new electric equipment) do not qualify

How to Apply

1Schedule a free electrical assessment through NorCal Repairs
2Electrician determines if panel upgrade is needed for your new equipment
3Panel upgrade is typically done as part of the larger project (heat pump, HPWH, etc.)
4Contractor submits combined rebate application for all qualifying work
5Rebate applied to your project cost

Qualifying Equipment & Services

●200-amp electrical panel upgrade
●Main panel replacement
●Sub-panel addition for EV charging or heat pump circuits
●Must be paired with: heat pump HVAC, HPWH, EV charger, or induction cooktop installation

Related Services

Panel Upgrade EV Charger Installation Heat Pump Installation

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a panel upgrade?+

If your panel is 100 amps or less and you're adding a heat pump, heat pump water heater, or EV charger, you likely need an upgrade. A NorCal Repairs electrician can assess for free.

How much does a panel upgrade cost?+

A panel upgrade from 100 to 200 amps typically costs $1,800-$4,500 in Sacramento. With the SMUD $2,000 rebate, your net cost is significantly reduced.

Can I stack this with other rebates?+

Yes! The panel upgrade rebate is commonly stacked with heat pump HVAC ($3,000) or heat pump water heater ($4,000) rebates for combined savings of $5,000-$6,000.