Homes in Tacoma
Tacoma's North End, Proctor and Stadium District are full of early-1900s Craftsman and Victorian homes, many still heated by converted oil furnaces, gravity-era ductwork or electric baseboard added over the years. Hilltop and Lincoln have plenty of older homes too.
South Tacoma, Fern Hill and Northeast Tacoma lean toward mid-century ramblers and split-levels with short duct runs, electric furnaces and additions that never got proper heat. Each of these needs a different plan, so we measure the house before recommending anything.
What we usually recommend in Tacoma
- Ductless mini-splits for baseboard-heated homes, older Craftsmans and upstairs rooms with no ducts.
- Variable-speed ducted heat pumps for homes replacing an electric furnace, the biggest Tacoma Power rebate.
- Hybrid systems for gas homes that want to keep a furnace as backup.
Utilities & rebates in Tacoma
- Electricity
- Tacoma Power
- Natural gas
- Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Tacoma homes buy electricity from Tacoma Power, which has strong heat pump rebates for homes heated with electricity today: up to $2,000 for a variable-speed heat pump replacing an electric furnace, $1,000 for ductless or air-source systems replacing baseboard, and an income-qualified program with a $7,000 rebate plus a deferred loan. Homes on gas or oil can still qualify for $1,000 on a variable-speed heat pump.
The rebate comes straight off the bill from a Tacoma Power participating contractor. We confirm what your home qualifies for at the estimate and handle the paperwork.
Mild, damp winters and warmer summers
Tacoma's winters are mild and damp, exactly where heat pumps run most efficiently, and summers run a little warmer than Seattle's. One heat pump handles both seasons, so most Tacoma homeowners we meet are replacing heat and adding cooling in the same project.
Permits in Tacoma
Tacoma requires mechanical permits for HVAC replacements and electrical permits for new circuits. We pull them and coordinate inspections.
What customers say
From our Google reviews · 4.8★ across 200+ reviews
"Honest and responsible!! Seattle Heating and Cooling installed new Ductless mini split system for us. Great experience from the beginning. First of all Serhei sent us a quote 15 minutes after the appointment and price was so affordable for us. Second, team came on time and finished installation for one day. And third, they always answered the phone. Highly recommend!"
"Serge's customer service is 10/10. Excellent installation of our HVAC unit & duct cleaning, responsiveness, and an efficient team. Made this stressful task a breeze. Would recommend 100%."
Tacoma heat pump & HVAC questions
What heat pump rebates does Tacoma Power offer?
For homes heated with electricity: up to $2,000 for a variable-speed heat pump replacing an electric furnace and $1,000 for ductless or air-source systems replacing baseboard. Gas or oil homes can get $1,000 for a variable-speed heat pump. Income-qualified owners with electric heat can get a $7,000 rebate plus a deferred loan. We confirm current amounts at your estimate.
Can I finance a heat pump through Tacoma Power?
Tacoma Power has offered 0% financing for up to 7 years for homes with electric heat. We can also show you our own financing options.
Do you serve Tacoma from a nearby office?
Our crews work out of our Kent home base, a straight shot down I-5. Estimates and installs happen at your home.