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Residential Water Efficiency Rebates#

Utilities partners with Efficiency Works to offer rebates on qualified water-efficient clothes washers and toilets from local and online retailers. Make sure the equipment you purchase is eligible by carefully reviewing equipment information below.

After verifying your rebate eligibility, complete the residential efficiency rebates application on the Efficiency Works portal by clicking the button below. If you don't have an account with Efficiency Works, you can create one on the portal, or continue as a guest.

Applications must be submitted within 45 days of purchase. Please allow up to eight weeks for rebate processing. Funds are limited. Utilities reserves the right to verify equipment purchase and installation location for requested rebates.

Complete Rebate Application

Toilets#

Eligible Equipment  Double Rebate Equipment Guidelines 
Tank toilet $150 (normally $75)
Tank toilet $100 (normally $50)
  • Toilet must be single flush and 1.1 GPF or less to qualify
  • Dual toilets do not qualify
  • Must be installed at a Fort Collins Utilities residential water service address.
  • New toilet must replace an existing toilet; new homes and new construction are not eligible.
  • If you recycle your old toilet at an approved facility and receive a voucher, you can submit that with your rebate application.
water-efficient toilet

One Customer's Experience

“Our new toilet is far and away better than our old one and it feels good saving more than a half-gallon of water each time we flush,” rebate recipient Eric T. said. 

Clothes Washer#

Eligible Equipment Rebate Equipment Guidelines
Residential style clothes washer $30
  • ENERGY STAR certified
  • Can combine with $25 electric rebate if account also receives electric service from Utilities
  • Verify the make and model number here to ensure it qualifies.
  • The machine must be installed at a Fort Collins Utilities residential electric or water service address.
  • To dispose of your old washer, check with the appliance store you’re purchasing from or visit the recycling page for other options.

Smart Home Water Monitors#

Eligible Equipment  Rebate Equipment Guidelines 
Smart home water monitor Up to $50
  • Connects to Wi-Fi
  • Monitors water use at the meter
  • Detects leaks
  • Breaks down water use by individual household appliance and fixture
  • Must be installed at a Fort Collins Utilities residential water service address.

Showerheads#

Eligible Equipment  Rebate Equipment Guidelines 
Showerhead

 Up to $30

  • 1.5 gallons per minute or less
  • Must be installed at a Fort Collins Utilities residential water service address.
  • Must upload receipt when completing application online.

Water Efficient Fixtures#

Toilet rules: only flush the three Ps, pee, poo and toilet paper

Water efficient toilets are better for the environment and your pocketbook, saving you money on your water and wastewater bill. Saving water improves our community's resilience to drought and other factors.

High efficiency fixtures, such as toilets and faucets, mean less water flows to the sewer. Adopting good disposal practices is key to minimizing blockages and other issues. Only flush the three Ps (pee, poo, and toilet paper) to ensure continued performance in your sewer line and the community's wastewater system. 

Good Plumbing Etiquette

Questions?#

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If a utility makes a payment to you for your purchase or installation of water conservation equipment, the rebate may be considered (partially) taxable income by the IRS. If you receive rebate payments totaling $600 or more within one calendar year, and you are not organized as a corporation, Fort Collins Utilities will send you a 1099-MISC from in January or February of the following year. You may wish to consult a tax advisor if you plan to exceed $600 in rebates.


Did You Know?

You have the power to cut your energy bill any time of year.

Using a microwave oven for warming, reheating or cooking food uses less energy than an electric oven.

Washing machines are most efficient when fully loaded.