Savannah, GA Heat Pump Leasing & Installation

Benefits of Palmetto Heat Pumps

Say goodbye to clunky old systems and surprise repairs. Palmetto Comfort Plan gives you a brand-new heat pump, installation, and full support, all wrapped into one subscription.

Year Round Comfort

A high-efficiency heat pump keeps your home cool in summer, warm in winter, and your energy use in check all year long.

Forget the maintenance

With a Comfort Plan subscription, installation and maintenance are fully covered, no surprise bills, no weekend DIY.

Rewards for renewing

Stick with us and earn credits toward your next system upgrade. It’s our way of saying thanks for building a cleaner, comfier future with us.

Savannah, GA Heat Pump Load Calculator

Use this calculator to estimate your home’s heating and cooling needs based on square footage. It uses ACCA-standard design conditions for Savannah, GA: 72°F indoor, 95°F outdoor for cooling, and 14°F for heating. For an official Manual J load calculation and personalized quote, connect with Palmetto’s team. Get in touch with our team for an official quote.

Home location & size

Your home’s location and size directly impact heating needs.

Home attributes

Additional details

Estimated Heating Needs

Your home’s location falls within a climate zone with the average extreme winter falling between 10° – 15° F.

Home Details

Recommended equipment capacity

Calculated Cooling Mode

Buy it or finance it. Your comfort, your call

There's no wrong way to get cozy. Here's how the options stack up, so you can choose what works best for you.

Comfort Plan Cash Loan
Payment schedule $0 upfront, then monthly subscription Full price upfront $0 upfront, then monthly payment
Term length 10 or 12 years None Variable
End of term options Flexible with 25% renewal term credits to new system No credits to new system No credits to new system
Maintenance included Yes No No
Eligible for incentives Yes No No

Local Incentives

Savannah, GA Heat Pump Rebates & Incentives

Local and federal incentive programs can significantly reduce the cost of a new heat pump system. Here are the programs available to Savannah homeowners.

Home Efficiency Rebate (HER)

Up to $16,000

The Home Efficiency Rebate (HER) program gives rebates for any work that reduces energy use in the home, so long as the work is estimated to reduce total household energy use by at least 20%, including replacing HVAC or hot water heaters.

Eligibility: The efficiency rebate program covers 98% of the project cost up to $16,000 per household for low-income households and 50% of the project costs up to $4,000 for all other households. The Home Efficiency Rebate program is open to all income levels, but low-income households (making less than 80% of the median income for the local area of the project) have larger rebate amounts.

Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR)

Up to $8,000

The Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) will provide rebates to low- to medium-income households for heat pumps; heat pump water heaters; heat pump clothes dryers; electric stoves, cooktops, ranges, or ovens; electric load service center (breaker box/electrical panel); electric wiring; and insulation, air sealing, and ventilation.

Eligibility: Households earning less than 150% of area median income (AMI) can qualify for rebates under the HEAR program. Lower-income households can qualify for 100% of the cost up to $8,000 while medium-income households can claim a rebate for 50% of the cost.

Federal IRA Tax Credit

Up to $2,000

The Inflation Reduction Act provides a federal tax credit of up to $2,000 for qualifying heat pump installations through 2032.

Eligibility: Available to homeowners who purchase and install a qualifying heat pump system. Claimed on your annual federal tax return.

Climate Zones

Savannah sits in IECC Climate Zone 8, which means mild winters (rarely dipping below 14°F) and hot, humid summers (peaking around 95°F). This unique climate requires a heat pump sized to handle serious cooling demands while still providing efficient heating during cooler months. At Palmetto, we understand exactly what Savannah's weather throws at your home—and which systems perform best here.

Savannah Electricity Prices

Understanding electricity costs in Savannah helps you make smarter decisions about home heating and cooling—especially as rates continue to climb.

Georgia's electricity rates have risen from 12.5 cents per kWh in 2021 to 14.1 cents in 2024—a 13% increase in just three years. For Savannah homeowners, that means higher bills for the same comfort.

Heat pumps offer a practical response to rising rates. Because they're 2-3x more efficient than traditional HVAC systems, they deliver the same heating and cooling while using significantly less electricity—reducing the impact of rate increases on your monthly bills.

Price of Energy: Georgia vs National Average

Year Georgia US Average
2021 12.5¢ 13.8¢
2022 13.7¢ 13.8¢
2023 14.1¢ 16.0¢

Savannah Area Utility Providers

Savannah residents are served primarily by Georgia Power, which charged an average of 14.6¢ per kWh in 2023. This rate sits between the state average of 13.70¢ and the national average of 16.0¢.

Palmetto Reviews

Everything about my experience was excellent. My new HVAC system was installed the next day; the process took less time than expected; the technicians were friendly, polite, and professional; and my home has been a comfortable temperature since with zero issues.

Repair versus replace

When a heat pump is in need of repair it is worth considering whether a replacement would be a better investment. A heat pump's lifetime is impacted by a number of factors including environment, use and the quality of the unit.