What Burbank Water and Power pays
These figures come from BWP's residential rebates page, which we read on October 2, 2026. Only BWP customers qualify, and the rebate arrives 6 to 8 weeks after BWP receives your application.
Smart thermostat
For a smart thermostat you buy and install. BWP says the exact amount depends on the model and where you buy it.
Buy in Burbank
BWP pays a higher amount for appliances and upgrades bought from a local Burbank retailer. It does not publish the thermostat figure on the page.
BUSS or Lifeline customers
Enroll before you submit the application, and have the approval be within the past 18 months.
What we could not confirm
BWP's page says up to $75 and points you to a downloadable application for the exact list. We could not read the per-model amounts or the buy-in-Burbank figure, so we do not quote them. Download the application before you shop and check your model on it.
The application route
BWP does not run an instant coupon for thermostats. You download the application, buy the thermostat, fill in the form with copies of the proper documentation, and mail or drop it off at the BWP office at 164 W. Magnolia Boulevard. BWP says the rebate should arrive 6 to 8 weeks after it receives your application. Keep the invoice and a photo of the installed device.
Your utility: Burbank Water and Power
BWP is the city's own utility. Its thermostat rebate sits above Pasadena's $50 plus $10 for buying locally (Pasadena) and matches Southern California Edison's $75 bill credit, which is a different kind of offer. Glendale's rebate list has no thermostat rebate. The call center is (818) 238-3700.
Pick a thermostat that fits the system
Burbank's average January low over 2015 to 2024 was 8.4°C, so heating matters less here than cooling for many homes. Check that the thermostat supports your equipment, including a heat pump if you have one or plan to, and whether your system already has a common wire at the thermostat. Take a photo of the old wiring before you remove it.
A smart thermostat is most useful when you use its schedule for the hours the house is empty. If you are about to buy a heat pump, wait until the installer picks a model, since the heat pump may come with a thermostat that works best with it.
Pairing it with other BWP rebates
BWP's Electrify Your Home program is separate and wants a licensed electrician. A thermostat does not fall under it, so you can claim this one on its own. If you are also swapping a gas appliance, read Burbank heat pump rebates first, since the larger rebates have stricter rules.
Installers in Burbank
A thermostat is a do-it-yourself job for many homes, but a heat pump or multi-stage system often needs an installer. These Burbank HVAC companies have the best Google ratings, listed by rating and then review count. We are not paid to list anyone.
How to claim the BWP rebate
- Check that BWP is your electric utility.
- Download BWP's application and check that your model is listed.
- Buy the thermostat, ideally from a Burbank retailer for the higher amount, and install it.
- Fill in the application with the invoice and a photo of the install.
- Mail it, or drop it off at 164 W. Magnolia Boulevard.
- BWP says the rebate arrives 6 to 8 weeks after it receives the application.
Common questions
How much is the smart thermostat rebate in Burbank?
Up to $75 from BWP. The page does not publish per-model amounts, so check the application.
Is the rebate instant?
No. You buy first, then mail or drop off the application with your documents.
How long does it take?
BWP says 6 to 8 weeks from the date it receives your application.
Do I get more for buying in Burbank?
BWP says a local purchase earns a higher rebate on its listed appliances and upgrades. It does not publish the thermostat amount on the page.
Can I claim it with the heat pump rebate?
Yes, they are separate programs. The heat pump rebate has its own rules, including a licensed electrician.
What to do next
See BWP's residential rebates page for the application, or compare all Burbank offers on our Burbank hub.
By Sam Menard. Sources, last read October 2, 2026: BWP Electrify Your Home rebates, BWP residential rebates, BWP residential EV charging station rebate. All Burbank rebates → Every Burbank Water and Power rebate →