Texas hotel & apartment thermostat rebates
In Texas, rebates depend on who delivers your power. Oncor lists a per-room amount for guestroom controls, while AEP Texas and Oncor's larger programs pay on deemed energy savings. We help hotels and multifamily owners figure out which path fits their property.
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Your property may qualify for the programs below. Amounts are shown as listed by each utility and are subject to their rules, funding and pre-approval; results vary.
| Utility & program | May cover (as listed) | Property types | Key eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oncor Commercial Standard Offer Program (CSOP) | $80 USD per room | Hotel | Paid to approved Service Provider (pass-through); $500 min project incentive |
| Oncor Rural Commercial Program | Custom / savings-based: $0.105/kWh saved (first 500,000 kWh), tiered | Hotel (custom) | Non-metro/rural Oncor areas; savings per Texas TRM |
| AEP Texas – CSOP Guest room energy management | $375 per kW + $0.10 per kWh | Hotel, Multifamily (custom) | Site-specific, estimated per facility. Last checked November 3, 2026. |
| Austin Energy Commercial Rebates – Guest Room Controllers | $65 USD per qualified controller | Hotel | Apply before installation; replace manual temperature/fan controls; setback at least 3°F |
Programs last checked November 1, 2026. We verify every rebate monthly, on the 1st of each month. Amounts shown are what a property may qualify for, subject to utility approval, funding and eligibility. We track 74 verified utility rebate programs and more across North America.
AEP Texas: Commercial Standard Offer Program
Hotels served by AEP Texas may qualify for incentives on guest room energy management through the Commercial Standard Offer Program, paid at $375 per kW of demand savings plus $0.10 per kWh of annual energy savings. Incentives are site-specific: AEP Texas estimates each facility based on county, HVAC and heating type, a 5°F or 10°F unoccupied setback, HVAC-only or HVAC plus lighting controls, and hotel size. As an example, AEP Texas's preliminary estimate for a 101-room hotel in Corpus Christi with a 10°F setback retrofit was approximately $12,000 to $12,500 for HVAC controls, and up to approximately $14,500 when lighting controls are added. Your hotel's estimate will vary. Eligible projects use occupancy sensing (infrared, ultrasonic, door or card-key sensors) in existing guest rooms without occupancy controls; new construction may qualify for HVAC incentives only. Projects completed by mid-December may fit within 2026 funding; otherwise the 2027 program year opens mid-January.
We verify every program monthly. Last checked November 3, 2026.
How we help
- We confirm which programs fit your property and how your rooms are heated and cooled.
- We handle pre-approval paperwork and the documentation utilities ask for.
- We install smart guestroom thermostats that typically save 20–35% on HVAC energy (results vary), with payback often in 12–18 months (results vary).
Frequently asked questions
Does my Texas property qualify?
It depends on your utility, how your rooms are heated and cooled, and the program's current rules. Many programs need pre-approval before installation. Send us a recent energy bill and we'll check for free.
Do I need pre-approval?
Many utility programs require pre-approval before equipment is installed. We check the rules and help with the paperwork before any work starts.
Which hotels does this apply to?
We work with properties of all hotel brands, plus independent hotels and multifamily communities, with 150,000+ guestrooms of hands-on experience.
How much can I save?
Smart guestroom thermostats typically save 20–35% on HVAC energy, results vary. Rebates can reduce your upfront cost further, subject to each utility's rules and funding.
What this rebate can pay toward: occupancy-based PTAC thermostat retrofits for rooms with PTAC or VTAC units, or a full guest room management system. See our room-by-room commissioning checklist for what happens before each room goes back into inventory.
See what your Texas property may qualify for
Send us a recent energy bill and we’ll verify available rebates for free. Questions? Call (561) 762-9500, Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM.
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