Hybrid Hot Water Heater

Upgrade your Long Island home with hybrid water heater installation from Home Efficiency Experts. Take advantage of tax credits and rebates with our team!

Looking for a way to save money while still meeting your home’s hot water needs? 

Home Efficiency Experts installs energy-saving hybrid heat pump hot water heaters throughout Long Island.  Learn more about what hybrid hot water heaters are, the benefits they offer, and the significant rebates and tax credits available that make upgrading your Nassau and Suffolk County home affordable.

What Is a Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater?

A hybrid heat pump water heater is an advanced, energy-efficient alternative to traditional water heaters. Unlike standard electric resistance or gas-powered water heaters, hybrid systems take advantage of heat pump technology (the same as heat pump HVAC systems) to heat the water for your home.

Hybrid water heaters often have several different operating modes. Here are the five modes available on a typical hybrid water heater model:

  • Heat Pump Mode – Provides the greatest energy savings

  • Hybrid Mode – Balances energy savings and hot water recovery speed

  • Hybrid Plus Mode – Maximizes recovery speed for high demand situations

  • Electric Mode – Provides the least energy savings, stops the fan, the heat pump, and the flow of cool air

  • Vacation Mode – Maximizes energy use and savings during periods when users are away


A hybrid water heater is the best of both worlds—offering energy-efficient operation whenever possible to maximize your savings with built-in safety nets to ensure that no matter your situation, you don’t run out of hot water.

What are the Benefits of Hybrid
Water Heaters?

Hybrid heat pump water heaters offer several advantages over traditional water heating methods, making them an excellent investment for Long Island homeowners:

  1. Energy Efficiency
    Hybrid heat pump water heaters use less energy than traditional electric or gas-powered water heaters. In many instances, this translates to lower energy bills, helping you save money in the long run.

  2. Environmentally Friendly
    By using less energy, hybrid heat pump water heaters reduce your home’s carbon footprint, making them a more eco-friendly choice. Lower energy consumption means fewer greenhouse gas emissions, which helps to combat climate change.

  3. Consistent Hot Water Supply
    Hybrid heat pump water heaters provide a consistent supply of hot water, even during periods of high demand. The backup heating element ensures that you always have hot water, even on the coldest days of the year in Long Island.

Save More with IRA Water Heater Tax Credits and PG&E Rebates

Upgrading to a hybrid heat pump hot water heater is not only an eco-friendly and cost-effective choice but also one that can be made even more affordable by taking advantage of available rebates and incentives. Home Efficiency Experts can help Long Island homeowners qualify:

PSEG Heat Pump Water Heater Rebate: $1,000
ENERGY STAR-certified heat pump water heaters qualify for a $1,000 rebate for PSEG Long Island customers.

Take the guesswork out of home improvements-find solutions that will save money and improve indoor comfort. A free home energy assessment can tell you why your utility bills are on the rise. Plus you will receive a free room temperature and humidity gauge with your assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We provide a complete installation service that includes evaluating your current system, selecting the right hybrid unit, and installing it for optimal performance. We ensure everything is properly connected and operating efficiently from day one.

  • Our team installs hybrid systems that merge heat pump technology with conventional electric heating. These systems efficiently draw heat from the surrounding air to heat water, consuming much less energy compared to standard water heaters.

  • We improve energy efficiency by installing systems that rely primarily on heat pump technology, which uses less electricity to heat water. This helps reduce overall energy consumption and lower utility costs.

  • We typically install hybrid water heaters in spaces like basements, garages, or utility rooms where there is enough air volume for the system to operate efficiently.

  • We evaluate your household size, water usage habits, and peak demand to recommend a system that delivers consistent hot water without unnecessary energy use.