Wiring Upgrade Rebates in Wisconsin (2026)

The federal HOMES and HEAR rebates have not launched in Wisconsin, so no federal wiring upgrade rebate can be claimed there today. This page sets out what the programmes will pay once they open, alongside the state and utility rebates that are available now.

Status not confirmed. We could not confirm the current status of Wisconsin's HOMES and HEAR programs from an official government source, so the amounts below should be read as the federal framework rather than as a confirmed Wisconsin offer. Wisconsin delivers these rebates through a designated program administrator whose site sits outside the state government domain, so the status could not be confirmed on an official government source. Check with the administering agency before starting a project.

Programme status and income limits on this page were last checked against official state and federal sources on 31 July 2026. These programmes change without notice.

Varies Max HEAR Rebate

Status not confirmed HOMES Status (WI)

Status not confirmed HEAR Status (WI)

HEAR Wiring Upgrade Rebate in Wisconsin

Status: Status not confirmed

We could not confirm from an official source whether HEAR is open in Wisconsin. Check with the administering agency before relying on the figures below.

HOMES Rebate for Wiring Upgrade in Wisconsin

Status: Status not confirmed

Wisconsin's HOMES programme is not available today. When it launches, a wiring upgrade installed as part of a whole-home retrofit could qualify for rebates up to $8,000.

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Wiring Upgrade in Wisconsin: What’s Available in 2026

Electrical wiring upgrades qualify for up to $2,500 under the HEAR program. New wiring is often needed when switching from gas appliances to electric, particularly for 240V circuits required by heat pumps, electric stoves, and EV chargers.

Wisconsin State Programs for Wiring Upgrade

Focus on Energy

Wisconsin's statewide energy efficiency program, funded by utility customers and administered by Wisconsin utilities including We Energies, WPS, Alliant Energy, and others. Focus on Energy offers cash rebates for heat pumps ($400 to $900 depending on efficiency tier and income, up to $1,000 for geothermal systems on gas service), heat pump water heaters, smart thermostats, and more, available to ALL Wisconsin residential electric customers regardless of income. This can be stacked with federal HEAR rebates.

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Wisconsin Weatherization Assistance Program

DOE-funded weatherization services delivered through local Community Action Agencies. Provides free insulation, air sealing, heating system repairs, and health/safety improvements for income-qualified households (at or below 200% of federal poverty level).

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Income Eligibility for Wiring Upgrade Rebates in Wisconsin

Your eligibility for the maximum wiring upgrade rebate depends on your household income relative to the Area Median Income (AMI) in your area.

Area	80% AMI (Family of 4)	150% AMI (Family of 4)
Milwaukee County	$86,700	$162,500
Dane County	$106,800	$200,200
Brown County	$85,050	$159,400
Outagamie County	$88,950	$166,700
Racine County	$83,450	$156,400
Eau Claire County	$81,050	$151,900

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Energy Rebate Calculator is an independent website. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the U.S. Department of Energy, Wisconsin, or any other government agency, and nothing on this page is an offer, an application, or a promise of payment.

Federal and state rebate programmes launch, pause, change their amounts and run out of funds without notice, and eligibility rules differ by county, household size, housing type and sometimes by region within a state. Most programmes also refuse to pay for work completed before their launch date.

Confirm your eligibility and the current terms directly with the administering agency, and get written confirmation, before you sign a contract or buy equipment. Where this page cites an official source, that source governs. If you spot something out of date, tell us and we will correct it.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I get for a wiring upgrade in Wisconsin?

Nothing yet. HEAR is status not confirmed in Wisconsin, so no federal wiring upgrade rebate can be claimed there today, and rebates are generally not paid for work completed before a programme launches. Once it opens, the federal framework allows up to varies for households at or below 80% of Area Median Income, and 50% of the cost up to the same cap for households between 80% and 150% AMI. Utility rebates may be available now regardless.

Is the HEAR program open in Wisconsin for wiring upgrade rebates?

The HEAR status in Wisconsin is: Status not confirmed. No application is possible today. Check the official programme page rather than relying on a contractor telling you otherwise.

Can I combine wiring upgrade rebates with other incentives in Wisconsin?

Not yet. Neither HEAR nor HOMES has launched in Wisconsin, so there is no federal rebate to stack there today. Once they open you will typically be able to combine them with each other, with state programmes like Focus on Energy, and with utility rebates. Combined incentives generally cannot exceed 100% of the project cost, and the same measure cannot always be claimed twice.

What income qualifies for the maximum wiring upgrade rebate in Wisconsin?

To qualify for the maximum rebate, your household income must be at or below 80% of Area Median Income (AMI) for your county in Wisconsin. For example, in Milwaukee County, 80% AMI for a family of 4 is $86,700. Households between 80% and 150% AMI receive 50% of costs up to the cap.

What wiring work qualifies for the $2,500 HEAR rebate?

The rebate covers electrical wiring upgrades needed to support new electric appliances. This includes running new 240V circuits for heat pumps, electric stoves, heat pump water heaters, and electric dryers. The work must be done by a licensed electrician and connected to a home electrification project.

Is the wiring rebate separate from the electrical panel rebate?

Yes. The HEAR program provides up to $2,500 for wiring and up to $4,000 for electrical panel upgrades as separate line items. If your home needs both, you could receive up to $6,500 combined for electrical infrastructure, all counting toward the $14,000 per-household HEAR cap.

Can I get the wiring rebate for installing an EV charger outlet?

The wiring must be associated with HEAR-eligible electrification. While a 240V outlet could serve an EV charger, the rebate is intended for wiring that supports qualifying appliances like heat pumps, electric stoves, and water heaters. Wiring solely for an EV charger may not qualify on its own. Check your state's program rules.