How much you get
San Bernardino's appliance rebate comes from SCE at $35–$75. The exact amount depends on which appliance you're replacing and, in some cities, where you buy it.
San Bernardino is Southern California Edison territory, and SCE's Home Energy Efficiency Rebate Program pays $35 or $75 for an ENERGY STAR refrigerator depending on the model, plus a clothes washer rebate, both claimed through SCE's rebate portal. Income-qualified households can apply instead through SCE's Energy Savings Assistance program, which replaces an old, working refrigerator, washer, or dishwasher at no cost. San Bernardino's older housing stock near the downtown core, much of it built well before ENERGY STAR existed as a category, is where an appliance swap tends to make the clearest financial sense.Buying the right appliance for a San Bernardino household
A heat pump clothes dryer is worth prioritizing over a standard model if your dryer runs several loads a week. It moves heat rather than generating it from resistance coils, which typically cuts drying energy use by close to half, and many models don't need to vent to the outside at all, which is useful in a unit or older home where adding exterior ducting is difficult or impossible. The tradeoff is cycle time: expect 20 to 40 minutes longer per load than a conventional dryer.
When shopping ENERGY STAR, know there are two tiers. Standard ENERGY STAR certification is the baseline efficiency bar; ENERGY STAR Most Efficient is a smaller, stricter list published annually that represents the top-performing models in each category. Rebate programs sometimes require Most Efficient certification specifically for the larger incentive tier, so check which list applies before you buy.
If you're considering an induction cooktop or range, the single most common mistake is buying one before checking your cookware. Induction heats through a magnetic field, so it only works with magnetic pots and pans: cast iron and most stainless steel qualify, but all-aluminum and copper cookware won't heat at all on an induction surface. Browse induction cooktops at Home Depot → or induction ranges →
Be honest with yourself about the math: these rebates are built for replacing an appliance that's already in your home, not for adding a new one where there wasn't one before. If your current fridge or washer still works fine, the rebate amounts on this page rarely justify replacing it years ahead of schedule. Browse heat pump dryers at Home Depot →
How to claim it
- Confirm your appliance model is on the current qualifying list before you buy: not every ENERGY STAR-labeled unit clears every program's bar
- Purchase from a retailer that carries a qualifying model, keeping your dated receipt
- File the claim the way SCE requires: some programs apply the discount instantly at checkout, others need an online or mailed application after purchase
Appliance installers in San Bernardino
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Common questions
Are appliance rebates available in San Bernardino?
Yes, through SCE ($35–$75). Amounts and eligible models vary by appliance category, and some programs pay instantly at the register while others require a mail-in or online claim after purchase.
What appliances save the most on a San Bernardino bill?
A refrigerator running around the clock and a clothes dryer used weekly tend to have the biggest impact on your electricity bill. Swapping either for an ENERGY STAR model is usually where the rebate dollars pencil out fastest.
Is San Bernardino's appliance rebate different from Riverside's next door?
Yes, meaningfully. San Bernardino is SCE territory and uses SCE's rebate table above, while Riverside runs its own municipal utility with a completely separate rebate schedule. Don't assume the two cities' numbers are interchangeable even though they're adjacent.
Next steps
View all San Bernardino rebate programs → or check the official SCE rebates & Marketplace → for the current source of truth.