Are you looking to make your home more energy-efficient while saving money? The Home Efficiency Rebate Program in Ontario, delivered by Enbridge Gas, provides an excellent opportunity to enhance your home’s comfort and reduce energy costs. This blog post will explore the benefits of this program, along with the added benefit of renting heat pumps with Comfort Owl!
What is the Home Efficiency Rebate Program?
The Home Efficiency Rebate Program is designed to help homeowners improve their home’s energy efficiency through various upgrades. Eligible homeowners can receive up to $5,000 in rebates for energy-efficient improvements, including insulation, windows, doors, and more. This includes a $600 rebate for conducting the Energy Assessment Home Evaluation, ensuring you understand your home’s energy performance and where improvements can be made.
Benefits of Renting Heat Pumps Through Comfort Owl
One of the standout features of this program is the eligibility of heat pumps for rental, a service offered by Comfort Owl. Here’s why renting a heat pump can be a game-changer for homeowners:
- Cost-Effective Solution: Heat pumps are a highly efficient way to heat and cool your home, but the upfront cost can be a barrier for many homeowners. Renting a heat pump eliminates this hurdle, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of this technology without the upfront cost, plus you get the added benefit of also receiving the rebate!
- Immediate Energy Savings: Heat pumps are known for their energy efficiency, which translates to lower energy bills. By renting a heat pump, you can start saving on your energy costs immediately, making it a smart financial move.
- Professional Installation and Breakdown Protection: When you rent a heat pump from Comfort Owl, you benefit from expert installation and our breakdown protection. Local and independent professionals within our Comfort Collective can ensure that your system operates at peak efficiency, providing you with peace of mind and optimal performance.
How to Get Started
Taking advantage of the Home Efficiency Rebate Program and renting a heat pump through Comfort Owl is simple:
1. Schedule an Initial Home Energy Assessment: Contact a Registered Energy Advisor who is licensed by NRCan to book an initial assessment.
- A1 NRGwise Consulting
- AmeriSpec of Canada
- Canada Energy Audit Ltd.
- Energuy
- Energy Werx Corp.
- Green Canada Energy Advisors Inc.
- Greenbrain Inc.
- The Home Inspectors Group Inc.
2. Choose Your Upgrades: Based on the evaluation, decide on the energy-efficient upgrades that best suit your home’s needs. Heat pumps, insulation, windows, and doors are all excellent choices. To qualify for the rebate, at least 2 upgrades are required.
Eligible Equipment for Rental with Comfort Owl:
3. Contact Comfort Owl to Apply for a Heat Pump Rental: Our team at Comfort Owl will help connect you with one of our Comfort Collective Professional to get your heat pump upgrade underway. Visit Comfort Owl’s website to apply now!
4. Complete Follow-Up Energy Assessment: Once your qualifying upgrades are installed, book a follow-up visit with a registered energy advisor. It takes about one hour and must take place within 120 days of your first assessment, or by December 31st, 2025 – whichever comes first.
5. Rebates Will Be Provided January 2025: Enbridge Gas will begin providing rebate cheques starting January 2025. They’ll also reimburse you $600 towards both your initial and follow-up energy assessments. It’s important to also note all participants must be entered into Enbridge’s tracking system by November 30th, 2025.
6. Enjoy the Benefits: Once your upgrades are installed and assessments completed, enjoy a more comfortable and energy-efficient home, along with the financial savings that come with reduced energy bills.
Conclusion
The Home Efficiency Rebate Program is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners to improve their home’s energy efficiency and save money. Renting a heat pump through Comfort Owl makes this process even more accessible and affordable. Don’t miss out on the chance to enhance your home’s comfort and reduce your energy costs. Contact Comfort Owl today to learn more about the program and start your journey toward a more efficient and comfortable home.
For more information, visit Enbridge Gas Home Efficiency Rebate.