Anaheim residents: apply for A/C Tune-Up rebate (up to $100 / $150) — updated July 6, 2026

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Anaheim Public Utilities updated its A/C Tune-Up Rebate Program on July 6, 2026. If you’re eligible, the program offers a rebate of up to $100 for an A/C tune-up, or up to $150 for income-qualified customers.

To avoid delays, the key is paperwork and timing: keep your HVAC invoice and submit your application within the window required by the program.

Rebate basics: amounts and key participation rules i

• Up to $100 for most residential customers (or up to $150 if income-qualified).
• You can generally participate once every 12 months.
• Applications must be submitted within 1 year of the A/C tune-up service date.
• Rebates are limited and subject to available funding, and the incentive amount cannot exceed the purchase price.

Who qualifies (including income-qualified eligibility) i

• The program is for residential customers of Anaheim Public Utilities.
• If you’re applying as an income-qualified customer, the program points to low-income limits as defined by the California Department of Housing and Community Development (adjusted annually).
• Before applying, make sure the person listed on the Anaheim Public Utilities account is a responsible party and at least 18 years old.

Before you book the tune-up: use a licensed HVAC contractor i

APU says to schedule your A/C tune-up with a licensed HVAC contractor. The application/checklist includes items such as:

• Refrigerant charge diagnosis and recharging as needed
• Checking and cleaning evaporator and condenser coils (if feasible and accessible)
• Replacing air filters (electrostatic filters may be cleaned)
• Verifying adequate air flow
• Verifying programmable thermostat settings (if applicable)
• Confirming blower motor, compressor, and condenser fan amperages match manufacturer specifications

What to submit: your HVAC invoice and the rebate form i

Whether you apply online or by mail, you’ll need the A/C Tune-Up Rebate Application and an HVAC invoice that includes the job performed, the amount paid, and the service (tune-up) date.

How to apply: online or mail i

• Online: apply through APU’s rebate processing tool.
• By mail: mail your completed application and invoice to Anaheim Public Utilities (Attn: A/C Tune-Up) at 201 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite 801, Anaheim, CA 92805.

Timing: don’t miss the 1-year deadline i

APU’s program materials require applications to be submitted within 1 year of the A/C tune-up service date, and participation is limited to once every 12 months. APU also notes that insufficient or incorrect information may delay processing.

If you’d like help, APU lists a rebate processing phone line for application assistance.

Sources

• Anaheim Public Utilities: A/C Tune-Up Rebate Program page
• A/C Tune-Up Rebate Application (fillable PDF, English) — for mail-in submissions

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