--- url: 'https://sandboxsolar.com/stack-your-savings/' title: Stack Your Savings author: name: Victoria Graham url: 'https://sandboxsolar.com/author/victoria-g/' date: '2026-06-23T12:34:02+00:00' modified: '2026-06-23T12:34:02+00:00' type: page published: true --- # Stack Your Savings # Decrease Your Upfront Costs on Solar, Batteries, and Heat Pumps by Stacking Incentives Ready to electrify your home while saving as much money as possible? Find local incentives and rebates for solar panels, batteries, and heat pumps with Sandbox+. [FREE QUOTE](#contact) ## Time to Act Don’t Leave Money On The Table With the world getting more expensive every day, it’s important for us to save money wherever we can, especially when it comes to completely electrifying a property in Northern Colorado. Solar, backup batteries, and heat pump installations are quite the upfront investment but it is [worth it in the long run](https://sandboxsolar.com/is-solar-worth-it/). But how do you even find deals if you don’t know where to start? At [Sandbox+](https://sandboxsolar.com/), we stay up to date on all things energy efficiency to ensure you can capitalize on your home improvement investment! Because why would you want to miss out on thousands of dollars in savings simply due to the fact you didn’t know about the options available to you. Our team of local solar experts will work closely with you to give you the best possible deal with the incentives you qualify for. [Get a Free Quote](#contact) ![Energy Efficient Heat Pump Being Installed](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Energy-Efficient-Heat-Pump-Being-Installed.webp) ## Our In-House Discounts  ### Prepay Discount Get a 2% discount on your contract price (after any other rebates or discounts). In return, you prepay the total contract amount upfront. Keep in mind this program is voluntary and available to cash customers. Simply opt-in by letting your project consultant know prior to signing your contract.  ### Voluntary Referral Program Get $500 off your final contract price for all residential customers when you provide Sandbox+ with three qualified referrals after your project is complete. All referrals should: - Be within our service area (most of the Front Range) - Consent to your providing us their information - Be aware our team will be contacting them  ### Beat the Summer Surge Don’t set yourself up to pay peak rates in 2026. Produce your own power and lock in peak production to beat the summer heat. When you choose to install a new or addon PV system with a battery for your home, you can get an upfront discount of $1,200. This deal is stackable with our prepay and referral offering discounts.  ### Storm Ready Bundle We all know the storm season in Colorado is here. But you can get a battery backup installed with a $250 discount before Xcel Energy’s PSPS blackouts are in full swing so you can keep your power running. Plus, sign up for one of our HVAC maintenance plans to get your AC tuned for free so you don’t have more problems later. Plus, stack it with the Beat the Summer Surge Discount!  ### Eco-Sustainability Bundle Right now is the perfect time to go completely electric to ditch your utility company. When you invest in residential solar arrays and a heat pump, you can completely electrify your home to become self-sufficient. This bundle gives you a 2.5% discount on any new PV system and heat pump installation. Don’t forget, you can stack it with our prepay and referral discounts. ## Solar Incentives - **Fort Collins Utilities:** offers the [Residential Solar Rebate Program](https://www.fcgov.com/utilities/residential/renewables/solar-rebates) for a rebate of up to $1,500 for the installation of solar panels. - **The City of Boulder:** offers [Solar Tax Rebates](https://bouldercolorado.gov/services/solar-tax-rebates) up to 15% of the city sales and use tax paid on materials for solar installations. - **[Colorado Tax Exemptions:](https://tax.colorado.gov/sites/tax/files/documents/SUTT_Renewable_Energy_Components_Sep_2021.pdf)** **Solar Sales Tax Exemption:** When you get a new solar array installed in Colorado, you don’t have to pay sales tax to get your system. This can take off a substantial amount of money from the initial cost of solar panels. - **Solar Property Tax Exemption:** Typically when you make home improvements that increase the value, you would pay more in property taxes. But with a solar panel investment, you don’t need to pay additional taxes on the value the arrays add to your property. ![Solar & Battery Crossword](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Solar-Battery-Crossword-scaled.webp) ## Battery Incentives - **Fort Collins Utilities:** offers the [Residential Battery Storage Program](https://www.fcgov.com/utilities/residential-battery-storage-program) for a rebate of up to $6,000 for the installation of a battery when paired with solar panels.**** - **The State of Colorado:** offers the [Residential Energy Storage Credit](https://tax.colorado.gov/DR1307) incentive for a tax credit of up to 10% of the purchase price of a battery. Homeowners are responsible for submitting the application for this tax credit.**** - **Xcel Energy:** offers a [Colorado PSPS Battery Rebate Program](https://co.my.xcelenergy.com/s/billing-payment/energy-assistance/medical-exemption-program) with a rebate of up to $10,000 for a battery for Colorado residential customers enrolled in the medical certification program and living in Tier 2 or Tier 3 wildfire risk zones. - **Xcel Energy:** just relaunched the [Renewable Battery Connect (RBC)](https://co.my.xcelenergy.com/s/renewable/battery-connect) incentive program. These funds will go quickly and might not be available to you depending on your sign up date. [Get a Custom Quote](#contact) ![Solar & Heat Pump Crossword](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Solar-Heat-Pump-Crossword-scaled.webp) ## Heat Pump Incentives - **Boulder County:** offers EnergySmart Income-Qualified (IQ) Rebates for up to $4,000 for households at or below 100% of the Area Median Income. - **The State of Colorado:** offers a Heat Pump Tax Credit in 2026 for all Energy Star certified air source systems that are installed after January 1st, 2026. This is a contractor tax credit where Sandbox+ passes off at least 33% of it to customers as a discount. - **Efficiency Works:** offers a variety of rebates for heat pumps including: Tier 1: $1,500 per unit for an air source heat pump that is ducted or partially ducted - Tier 2: $2,000 per unit for an air source heat pump that is ducted or partially ducted $500 per ton for air source cold-climate heat pumps that are non-ducted - **Poudre Valley REA:** offers a couple of different rebates depending on the system you have: Air Source Heat Pump equal or less than 1.5 tons can receive a $800 rebate - Air Source Heat Pump greater than 1.5 tons can receive a $1,800 rebate - **Xcel Energy:** offers Colorado homeowners Heat Pump Rebates for installing a new heat pump system in 2026 including: Air Source Heat Pump, ducted: $900/cooling ton at 95°F - Air Source Heat Pump, non-ducted: $900/cooling ton at 95°F - Air Source Heat Pump, mixed ducted or non-ducted: $900/cooling ton at 95°F - Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump, ducted: $2,250/heating ton at 5°F - Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump, non-ducted: $2,250/heating ton at 5°F - Cold Climate Air Source Heat Pump, mixed ducted and non-ducted: $2,250/heating ton at 5°F - Gas Furnace: $225 - **Xcel Energy:** offers a Whole Home Efficiency Rebate if you make three qualified upgrades within two years of enrolling in the program. You can get up to a 25% bonus on your rebate for completing three of the recommendations after your home energy audit. To qualify: You must get a BPI Certified energy audit within the program - You must use contractors approved in the Whole Home Efficiency Program - Recommended upgrades include air sealing, insulation, and cold-climate heat pumps for heating and cooling. [Get in Touch](#contact) ## The Power of Stacking Your Savings Did you know? Depending on what you are eligible for, you can stack our in-house discounts with other local rebates and incentives for renewable energy upgrades. Whether you’re looking into just getting a residential PV system or getting a whole energy ecosystem with a backup battery and heat pump, you could claim multiple discounts to save money upfront and in the long term. Plus, we do the heavy lifting! The energy incentive landscape changes fast, but our team stays updated on active deals to keep your new system as affordable as possible. After reviewing your property, we will evaluate a setup that works best for your needs and calculate how you can get the most savings. [Talk to Our Team Today](#contact) ![Backup Battery Energy Storage System Installation](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Backup-Battery-Energy-Storage-System-Installation.webp) ## Smart Financing Options Financing Options That Work for You ![RENU CO logo](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/RENU-CO-logo-1-scaled.webp) Although we do have the prepay discount for all of our residential customers, we also understand that some homeowners may need to finance their system even after other incentives. But don’t let the idea of solar financing scare you. Instead, you can simply use it as another tool in your belt to keep your energy-efficient home improvement projects moving forward. A notable option for financing is with the Colorado Renewable Energy Upgrade (RENU) loan. This loan is sponsored by Colorado Clean Energy Fund to help homeowners receive no-money down loans on up to 20-year terms with low, fixed interest rates to ensure you can invest in renewable energy upgrades more easily. Curious what this could look like for your situation? Get in touch with our team today to start discussing the logistics of your project. [Reach Out to Us](#contact) ![Trusted Solar Installer Working On A Rooftop PV System](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Trusted-Solar-Installer-Working-On-A-Rooftop-PV-System.webp) ## More Than Savings: This is Self-Sufficiency At Sandbox+, we want to help you own your power through self-sufficiency. It doesn’t just mean getting an affordable solar panel installation. That means creating a lasting renewable energy ecosystem that you can rely on. No more worrying about utility rate hikes or blackouts disrupting your property. Plus, you can increase your property’s value! If you’re ready to match the switch, reach out to our team today. ![Sandbox Installer Checking Electrical Work For A Battery Installation](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Sandbox-Installer-Checking-Electrical-Work-For-A-Battery-Installation.webp) ## Your Lifetime Partner There’s nothing better than working with a partner you can trust long-term after a system installation. We are here to provide reliable maintenance services for your solar, battery storage, or HVAC system. Our service technicians can diagnose a variety of issues quickly to keep your property operating at its best year round. We aren’t just a fly by night company; we have decades of experience and work hard to build a meaningful connection with our community. [![Ready for the Next Step Connect With the Team](https://sandboxsolar.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/CTA-BANNERS-03-scaled.webp)](#contact) ## Lock In Your 2026 Savings Today Ready to see what’s possible for your property in Northern Colorado? You don’t have to figure this all out on your own. Sandbox+ is here to make your clean energy transition simple and stress-free. Let’s connect so we can talk about your project and answer any questions you may have. We’d be happy to give you a free quote so you can move forward with total confidence. [GET YOUR FREE QUOTE](#contact) ``` EXCELLENT Based on 266 reviews Posted on Liz Pruessner Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sandbox Solar installed a new heat pump in my house in December 2025. They got it scheduled and done on a tight timeline before the end of the year to capture the rebates. Justin and Jason provided good information and support to answer all my questions and "right-size" the best system for my house. The installers Tyler and Rowan did a fantastic job with the installation. They were knowledgeable, respectful, careful and thorough inside (and outside) my house and let me know what was happening every step of the way. They trained me on the operation and settings on the new thermostat. I am so happy with this new system which can heat and cool my home! I used Sandbox Solar several years ago to install solar panels and had a great experience then, so I knew I wanted to have them do the heat pump. I recommend them highly and always prefer to use a local company if possible. Posted on David C Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I was doing my own research on solar and found Sandbox Solar, though it took me a couple of years to make it work, I chose them. No pushy marketing or bashing the competition, just good information for the sale. When installation time came around the crews were professional, safe, thorough, and did a great job! Full marks for the sales and installation/electrical teams. Posted on G S Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Clay’s solar crew and Greg’s HVAC crew at Sandbox Solar were fantastic. They were respectful, professional, and worked really hard. You could tell they were proud of their work, and it shows in the final result. I didn’t expect to be this happy about getting solar and a heat pump, but they made it a great experience. Highly recommend. Posted on Brennan Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jon and Matt are great! We had a roof to get done and little time to detach the panels. I reached out to Sandbox and within MINUTES I received a quote and the guys were able to get out there the very next day. Don’t work with shady solar companies; Sandbox is the only place you need to look! Posted on Izzy Guard Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Clay's crew did an excellent job of installing the solar panels. They got the job done fast and were great with communicating about what was happening. Posted on Justin Anderson Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I wanted solar for my new home and received quotes from three providers. Sandbox was the leader before I even saw the price. From the sale rep, quoting process, to the contract, payment options, and the overall interaction from everyone at Sandbox, I made the right decision and they were the best price. Everything has worked smoothly on the solar panels, the battery and the ev charger. I was so happy with my experience I had their new HVAC division install two humidifiers in my house. Posted on Jeff Everhart Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our solar system was installed a couple years ago and has worked out well. The install went well and the few issues we have had were communicated and repaired by Dan and his team in a timely fasion and have held up. The app allows you to monitor the system. They have to make all the adjustments to the system, which requires a couple of calls, but not a major imposition. Posted on Scott Woods Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charles and the team did a great installation including painting the conduit to match the existing trim on our newly painted home. The system has worked flawlessly since its installation nearly two years ago without any call backs of any sort. They also installed an EV Charger in the garage last year that was also timely and professional. It's a good company to work with. Posted on Kyle Moss Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a pretty positive experience getting 13 panels (5.2kW) installed by Sandbox. The process from getting a quote, adjusting the layout based on pictures of my roof, and getting an honest opinion about the best value for me (not the most money for them) was smooth and much easier than I expected. Charles and his team installing the panels were professional and did quality work. I've had them for about 2 years with no issues yet; and they've endured some extreme winds that the siding panels on my house have not. I was estimated to produce about 2/3 of my power from solar, and with TOU rates from Xcel, have so far generated 100% of my cost (although this is likely to go down a bit now that the peak rate hours are 5-9pm instead of 3-7.) The only hiccup in the process was that there was a miscommunication between the on-site visit and the installation. The installers were not prepared for the height of my roof and did not have the appropriate ladders/lift. Because at the time it was more than a month to get on the schedule, I opted to have them carry the panels through the stairs inside to access the roof. 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