The "cash for clunkers" program in 2009 helped stimulate car sales in the United States and was so successful that Congress extended funding for the program. As a result, Congress also allocated funds to be distributed to the 50 states for a similar appliance program, to help sell freezers, dishwashers, washers and refrigerators. In Massachusetts, the program is called the Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange and residents can receive up to $675 in rebates. Learn how the "cash for appliances" program works in this article.
Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange
This program offers rebates for:
- freezers
- dishwashers
- washing machines
- refrigerators
That were purchased by Massachusetts residents between April 22, 2010 and May 5, 2010. The window of opportunity for the Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange is a very short two weeks, so it's critical for MA residents to do their research in advance and purchase during this time frame only in order to receive an appliance rebate.
Cash for Clunkers for Appliances in Massachusetts
The original Cash for Clunkers program offered car buyers thousands in savings, while this appliance rebate program is a bit less generous, offering one rebate per appliance per household, up to a total of $675.
Some Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange program requirements include:
- Buyers must call 1 (877) MA-SWAP-1 (627-9271) first to get what is called a "reservation" to reserve their right to claim a rebate. PLEASE NOTE: This phone number will not be active until 10am on April 22, 2010.
- The refrigerator, freezer, washer or dishwasher must be purchased from a qualified retailer only; click here to see Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange approved retailers.
- Buyers must purchase highly efficient appliances from an approved appliance rebate list.
- Buyers must recycle the old appliance - appliance rebates will be rejected without proof that the old item was removed and recycled.
- Buyers must provide a copy of a recent electric bill with account number for the installation address.
- Buyer must be a Massachusetts resident.
Cash for Dishwashers
Buyers looking to purchase a new dishwasher under the "cash for clunkers" appliance program must meet some specific requirements to receive the $250 dishwasher rebate:
- Purchase from an approved retailer.
- Purchase an approved energy-efficient dishwasher.
- Purchase between April 22, 2010 and May 5, 2010.
- Schedule delivery of the new unit and removal of the old.
- Complete the required form before the June 19, 2010 deadline.
Cash for Clothes Washers
Buying a new washer and looking for a rebate with the Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange program? Follow these requirements to receive $175 rebate:
- Buy from a program-approved retailer.
- Purchase a model from the approved list.
- Buy between April 22, 2010 and May 5, 2010.
- Schedule delivery of the new appliance and removal of the old.
- Submit the required form by June 19, 2010.
Cash for Refrigerators
The refrigerator rebate works just like the washer and dishwasher programs, with nearly identical steps to receive a $200 rebate:
- Buy the fridge from an approved retailer.
- Purchase a highly efficient unit from the approved list.
- Buy between April 22,2010 and May 5, 2010.
- Have the new model delivered and the old one removed.
- Turn in the forms for the refrigerator rebate by June 19, 2010.
Cash for Freezers
Of all the dollar amounts in this program, the freezer rebate is the lowest, providing a $50 check for highly efficient appliance models. All of the requirements listed for the washer, refrigerator, and dishwasher apply, except that buyers receive $50.
Act Now for Appliance Rebates
Households can receive one rebate per appliance, so one family could purchase a refrigerator, freezer, washer and dishwasher during the cash for clunkers appliance program time frame, have their old appliances removed, fill out and submit the forms, and receive a total of $675.
The money for the Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange is limited and distributed on a first-come, first-served basis, so there is no guarantee that purchasing a qualifying appliance in Massachusetts will result in the appliance rebate. Buyers need to do their research in advance, find a retailer from the Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange approved list, pick a highly efficient appliance, and strike quickly.
Check out all related promotions for this "Cash for Appliances" and more program, in print and online, to maximize savings and get the best deal possible. It's not easy being green, but buyers in Massachusetts can make their homes a little greener (and their wallets, too!) with a bit of quick thinking and fast action.
To read more about the cash for dishwashers aspect of this program, please go to Mass. Cash for Clunkers Appliance Rebate Details.
To learn about getting a $200 Mass Save appliance rebate for refrigerators please read Mass. Cash for Clunkers Appliance Rebate.
Melanie Zoltan - Melanie Zoltan is a former college professor and administrator who has written for About.com, PCWorld, Brain Child, Thomson Gale, and ...
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