Electrical Panel Upgrade Rebate Program

Eligible Customer Class(es): ALL

Description: To promote electrification by supporting customers who need to increase the amperage of their electrical panel to accommodate additional load due to the installation of an EV Charging Station, Heat Pump, or other electrical equipment, RMLD offers rebates to customers who upgrade their panel to a higher amperage.

Incentive Amount: $1,000.00 - $1,500.00

Maximum Incentive: Not to exceed 50% of total installed (labor and materials) costs excluding tax. 

Rebate Limitations: Limit one rebate per meter every four years.

Eligible Products/Equipment:

 Equipment

Rebate

Upgrade to 200-amp standard or smart panel

$1,000

Upgrade to 400-amp standard or smart panel

$1,500

Sub-panels are not eligible.

Other Requirements:

  • Installation must be done by a licensed electrician. 
  • An RMLD Utility Authorization Number (UAN) is required. 
  • A Town Wiring Inspection is required post-installation (A Town Electrical Permit is a prerequisite to the wiring inspection). 

Process Steps:

  • Pre-Installation:
    • The contractor must call RMLD at 781-942-6598 to obtain a Utility Authorization Number (UAN).
    • The contractor must obtain a Town Electrical Permit.
  • Post-Installation:
    • The contractor must ensure that the Town Wiring Inspection is completed.

How to Apply: How to Apply: Submit application and supporting documentation via RMLD’s Online Customer Rebate Portal.

Required Supporting Documentation:

  • Proof of Purchase (must include description of item, total cost of materials and labor, purchase date, and purchased from)

Application Deadline: Application and supporting documentation must be received within 180 days of final wiring inspection.

Payment Method: Rebate will be issued as a bill credit.

Noteworthy changes from previous version of program:

06.24.22  – Removal of 100-amp panel option; increased rebate amounts for 200-amp option from $500 to $1,000, increased rebate amount for 400-amp option from $750 to $1500. Increased application deadline to 180 days of wiring inspection from 90.

06.28.21 – Updated eligible customer classes from “residential” to “all.”

05.11.21 – Updated application deadline language from “submitted” to “received.”

01.20.21 - Other Requirements and Process Steps updated to include pre-installation UAN and electrical permit requirements, and post-installation wiring inspection requirements.

Effective Date: January 20, 2021