2020 Energy Efficiency Rebates & Incentives Available In Ontario

Updated January 6th, 2020

Enbridge Gas and Union Gas have recently updated the 2020 Energy Efficiency Rebates & Incentives Program Available to in Ontario. Home Efficiency Rebate Program is designed for homeowners in residential properties. 

If you are looking to hire a contractor for an upcoming home improvement project, make sure to schedule the initial home energy assessment before you start. The main purpose of this energy pre-assessment is to determine the areas where you can potentially make home improvements (called retrofits) to help reduce your energy consumption and lower your utility bills. 

How To Get Started? 

1. Schedule your pre-energy audit with an Approved Registered Energy Advisors (REA)
2. Complete two or more of the energy-efficient eligible upgrades measures to achieve a minimum of 10% natural gas savings.
3. Book your post energy audit with the same Register Energy Advisor to validate the work has been completed.
4. Receive your incentive cheque in 8-10 weeks

2020 Enbridge Energy Savings Rebates Eligibility, Costs & Timeline

1. You must install at least two (2) of the recommended upgrades below in order to qualify for an incentive.
2. The cost of the first and the second audit is approximately $600 plus HTS. Enbridge will reimburse the audit upfront fee upon approval. Please note that the cost of the home energy assessments may vary amongst the Enbridge Service Organizations. 
3. The energy assessment process usually takes about 1.5 – 2 hours for the pre-assessment, and roughly an hour for the post-assessment.
4. Air Sealing cannot be count as first and second mandatory upgrades. It can be only used as a third measure. It is at the homeowners’ discretion that they choose to install the upgrades. Upgrades such as air sealing, and draft proofing can be done by the homeowner – but upgrades such as furnace or boiler replacement needs to be installed by a licensed HVAC Contractor.
5. Only detached, semi-detached, row and mobile homes on a permanent foundation
   
   To learn more about what Air Sealing, please click the below links:

• Electric Gasket covers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjcjpaPD-Qg
• Floor vents sealing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYbWjHlklvU
• Basement sealing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eu31t7yGcIQ

Program Updates

• For Furnace rebate eligibility, upgrade 94% or lower efficiency furnace with 96% or higher furnace. 95% AFUE no longer qualifies for a rebate.
• Furnace rebate has been changed to $500, from $750.  Read further for exciting Limited Time Offer rebates 
• Any furnace replacement will require TWO additional upgrades.
• Boiler rebate has increased from $750 to $1000. It only requires ONE additional upgrade.
• Increase attic insulation to at least R60 from R35 or less Insulation 
• Audit Costs Reimbursement is now $550.
• * Final Audit must be completed within 120 Days

Qualifying Home Energy Efficiency Upgrades & Retrofits

• Gas Furnace
• Gas Boiler 
• Tankless Water Heater
• Attic Insulation 
• Exterior Wall Insulation
• Basement Insulation
• Air Sealing
• Smart Thermostat
• Windows & Doors 

Note: Air Sealing does not count as one upgrade measure stand-alone. It can count as a bonus upgrade during the audit process. Below is a list of bonuses for each additional upgrades:

• $250 if 3 Upgrades Completed
• $500 if 4 Upgrades Completed
• $750 if 5 Upgrades Completed

Are You Looking To Take Advantage of the Home Efficiency Rebate Program? We Can Help. Call Us Today At (416) 736-7001