TVA ENERGYRIGHT · QUALITY CONTRACTOR · DECATUR, AL
The federal 25C tax credit is gone. The TVA EnergyRight rebate isn't — and most Decatur homeowners don't know it's still running. Direct rebates, handled for you.
SAVINGS · RIGHT NOW
The federal 25C tax credit expired December 31, 2025. It's gone. But the savings aren't — and most Decatur homeowners don't realize that the TVA EnergyRight rebate program is still running, available today, and puts real money back in your pocket after the job is done. Not a tax credit. A direct rebate.
Here's exactly what's available to you right now.
TVA ENERGYRIGHT
Because Decatur's electricity comes through Decatur Utilities, a TVA distributor, you automatically qualify for the TVA EnergyRight residential rebate program. These are direct rebates — not tax credits you chase at the end of the year.
Southeastern Mechanical Services is a member of TVA's Quality Contractor Network. That means we submit the rebate paperwork for you, as part of the job. You finish with a new system and a rebate code in your email. No tax forms, no waiting until April. Just call us, get your free estimate, and we take it from there.
HEAT PUMPS
Heat pumps are the most efficient way to heat and cool a home in North Alabama — mild winters, long cooling seasons, perfect fit. TVA EnergyRight pays up to $800 when you upgrade to a qualifying system. This is the upgrade most of our Decatur customers end up choosing. Call us and we'll tell you whether your home is a good candidate.
DUCTLESS MINI SPLITS
Garage, sunroom, bonus room, or an older home without ductwork — a qualifying mini split (17 SEER2 or higher) gets you an $800 rebate. As a Mitsubishi Diamond Contractor, this is one of our specialties. Room-by-room temperature control, and the $800 back makes the decision a lot easier. Get your free estimate and find out what size system fits your space.
GEOTHERMAL · HIGHEST
The biggest rebate in the program: $1,500 back on a qualifying geothermal system. These systems can cut heating and cooling costs by up to 50% compared to conventional setups. Higher upfront cost, yes — but between the $1,500 rebate and the drop in monthly bills, most customers are surprised how fast the math works out. Call us for a straight answer on whether geothermal makes sense for your home.
CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING
Replacing an old unit with a 15 SEER2 or higher system can qualify for up to $400 back. If your system is over 10 years old, a new unit could cut cooling costs 20–40%. In a North Alabama summer, that's real money — every single month. Up to $400 off the install makes the decision a lot easier. Ask about it when you call.
MORE PROGRAMS
TVA EnergyRight covers more than new systems. These are easy wins most homeowners miss:
Another program is coming that could mean significantly bigger savings. ADECA is building a Home Energy Rebates Program through the federal Inflation Reduction Act — expected to offer rebates on heat pumps and efficiency upgrades across Alabama, including Decatur and Morgan County.
No launch date announced yet. But expected amounts range from $2,000 to $8,000 per household depending on income qualification and energy savings. That's a meaningful number. We're watching it closely.
Want us to let you know when it launches? Call us at 256-686-3444 or drop us a message — we'll keep you posted.
Rural Morgan County and not on Decatur Utilities? Your electricity likely comes from Joe Wheeler EMC — also a TVA distributor, which means the same TVA EnergyRight rebates apply to you. Call Joe Wheeler at (256) 552-2300 to confirm your account, then call us at 256-686-3444 for your free estimate.
Rebates are great, but they come after the install. If the upfront cost is what's stopping you, we offer flexible financing options that let you get the upgrade now and pay over time. Between a rebate and the right payment plan, most customers are surprised at how manageable the whole thing becomes. Call us and we'll run through both — together.
GET STARTED
Call (256) 686-3444 today or request your free estimate online. We'll tell you exactly which rebates apply to your home, handle all the paperwork, and give you a straight answer on repair vs. replace. We serve Decatur, Athens, Hartselle, and communities throughout North Alabama. We answer 24/7.
Note: Rebate programs, amounts, and eligibility can change at any time. Information on this page is current as of February 2026, but we recommend confirming details with your utility provider or with us directly. Rebate programs are administered by TVA EnergyRight and local power companies, not by Southeastern Mechanical Services.
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We're a TVA Quality Contractor. We handle the paperwork. Call 256-686-3444 or request a free estimate online.