Get up to $1,000
|
||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
|
Energy renovations work together because all the parts
contribute to the efficiency of the whole home.
 Peter Moffatt, President of Building Insight Technologies
 |
That’s because the LiveSmart BC program rewards homeowners who make a significant improvement to their home. The more improvements made, the greater the chances of qualifying for a LiveSmart Champion Gold or Silver bonus.
Gold
To earn the LiveSmart Gold bonus, homeowners must increase their home’s energy efficiency by more than 40 points on the EnerGuide for Houses scale. Homeowners who achieve LiveSmart Gold status will get $1,000 in grants if they are Interior and Northern residents, and $750 in grants if they are South Coastal residents.
Silver
To earn the LiveSmart Silver bonus, homeowners must increase their home's energy efficiency by at least 20 points on the EnerGuide for Houses scale. Homeowners who achieve LiveSmart Silver status will get $500 in grants if they are Interior and Northern residents, and $400 in grants if they are South Coastal residents.
In each case, the home needs to score a post-renovation rating of at least 50 points on the EnerGuide for Houses scale, which rates energy efficiency on a scale of 100. The most efficient homes in Canada score approximately 80 on this national scale.
Combine Renovations
To achieve LiveSmart Gold or Silver Champion status, homeowners should combine renovations that work together to help each part of their home operate more efficiently. For example, homeowners who install a high-efficiency furnace or heat pump can save even more energy by adding insulation and air sealing, because insulation and draftproofing prevents heat loss.
|
|
It makes sense to help your furnace work more efficiently by giving it a
well-insulated space to heat.
Peter Moffatt, President of Building Insight Technologies
|
“Energy renovations work together because all the parts contribute to the efficiency of the whole home,” says Peter Moffatt, president of Building Insight Technologies, a leading energy audit company. “It makes sense to help your furnace work more efficiently by giving it a well-insulated space to heat.”
Homeowners who choose high-efficiency windows in addition to a more efficient hot water heating system, or choose a low-energy-use heat pump as well as adding insulation, can make their home more energy-efficient and improve their home’s overall energy rating score.
By combining several energy-saving renovations, homeowners can improve home energy efficiency by a substantial amount. This reduction in energy use leads to rewards, not only in the amount of grants a homeowner can receive, but in energy savings, year after year. “Homeowners who make extra energy-saving improvements will quickly see the benefits,” says Moffatt.
For more information about BC grants, rebates and incentives, or to book a BC home energy audit, call toll-free: 1-877-732-9888.
BC rebates
BC homeowners can choose from a shopping list of renovation rebates from the Governments of Canada and BC:
- Insulation — ceiling + wall + foundation, up to $8,040
- Furnaces — high-efficiency gas up to $1,490
- Heat pumps — air-source heat pump which doubles as air conditioner up to $2,100
- Water heaters — condensing gas $675
- Water heaters — tankless/instantaneous gas, condensing-type $675
- Boilers — high-efficiency gas up to $1,450
- HRV — heat recovery ventilator up to $1,475
- Solar — hot water system $1,750 — the City of Vancouver offers an additional $3,000 incentive
- Geothermal — ground- or water-source heat pumps which are energy-efficient heating and cooling systems up to $6,875
-
Air conditioners — replacement up to
$250
(Canada ecoENERGY air conditioner grant only)
BC homeowners can also get ...
- Attic or roof — insulation up to $1,500
- Exterior wall — insulation up to $3,375
- Basement — insulation up to $2,500
- Crawl space — insulation up to $2,000
- Air sealing — for your home up to $930
- Windows & doors — up to $110 for each replacement unit
-
Toilets
— $65
for each low-flow replacement unit
(Canada ecoENERGY toilet grant only)
And there’s more.
- BC Rebates List — BC homeowners can qualify for tax-free grant amounts of more than $12,000 from the Governments of Canada and BC. Click here
BC energy grants
Take advantage of governement grants + rebates up to $12,000 for home energy renovation in British Columbia:
- Canada ecoENERGY grants — BC homeowners can get up to $5,000 in home improvement grants from the Canadian government’s ecoENERGY Retrofit - Homes program, which is in effect until March 31, 2012. Click here for more
- LiveSmart BC rebates — The BC government’s LiveSmart BC: Efficiency Incentive Program provides rebates in addition to the $5,000 available in Canada ecoENERGY grants - for a total of more than $12,000. BC homeowners can qualify for up to $7,000 and more in home energy grants through the BC government’s LiveSmart BC rebate program, which is in effect until March 31, 2013. Click here for more
- Home Energy Audits — To qualify for Government of Canada’s ecoENERGY grants and LiveSmart BC rebates, BC homeowners must get a home energy audit before and after their home improvement work. The BC government’s LiveSmart BC program also subsidizes the cost of your first home energy audit. Click here for more
- Other BC rebates — Vancouver homeowners may qualify for a $3,000 rebate from the City of Vancouver's Solar Homes Pilot when installing solar hot water systems. There are additional rebates for low-flow toilets, and even more grants, rebates and incentives from local BC governments and energy utilities.
- Home Renovation Tax Credit — Many homeowners in British Columbia use “tax credit” to describe grant programs like LiveSmart BC rebates and Canada ecoENERGY grants. The original Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC) expired in 2010. With today’s 2011 “tax credit” programs there’s no need to wait until you’ve filed your annual income tax return to receive a home renovation tax credit. Your tax-free grant money will be sent within 90 days of your follow-up energy audit. Click here for more
Easy to start — BC
All you do is make one call — 1-877-732-9888 — to book a home energy audit with a BC Energy Advisor – your first step to qualifying for Canada ecoENERGY grants + LiveSmart BC rebates for home energy renovations.
- Book your energy audit with a certified HomePerformance Energy Advisor. Your BC Energy Advisor will help you make the right energy saving choices for your BC home. Click here
BC rebates — conditions
Some conditions apply.
- Home energy audit — To qualify for Canada ecoENERGY grants and LiveSmart BC rebates you must get an ecoENERGY home energy audit before and after upgrades to your BC home. You will receive grants for improvements started after your first audit.
- Renovations — You can complete the improvements yourself or hire a BC contractor. We recommend you retain copies of all documentation including invoices, receipts, photos and product literature to be sure you get full credit for all improvements.
- Canada ecoENERGY — You need to apply for Canada ecoENERGY grants by completing your follow-up (post-retrofit) audit by March 31, 2012. Use the opportunity to complete as many upgrades as possible.
- LiveSmart BC — You need to apply for LiveSmart BC rebates by completing your follow-up (post-retrofit) audit within 18 months of your first audit, or by March 31, 2013, whichever comes first.
- Combined grants — If you want to take advantage of combined Canada ecoENERGY grants and LiveSmart BC rebates, we recommend that you complete all upgrade work and have your follow-up (post-retrofit) audit completed before the Canada ecoENERGY deadline of March 31, 2012.
- Existing homes only — Newly built BC homes occupied for less than six months do not qualify for grants. Once a newly built home has been occupied for more than six months, there is no limit to how old a home can be to qualify for LiveSmart BC rebates.
- Local codes & by-laws — All improvements or renovations must meet BC building codes and by-laws. Pay special attention to the placement of vapour barriers when adding insulation to the building envelope. Before undertaking improvements or renovations, find out about the appropriate products and installation techniques to ensure that your home’s building envelope and indoor air quality will not be compromised.
- Higher efficiency — To qualify for Canada ecoENERGY grants and LiveSmart BC rebates, any new equipment installed in your BC home must have a higher efficiency than that of the original equipment it replaces.
- Questions about eligibility — If you are not certain about the eligibility of your BC house, or any specific renovations you are planning, you should request clarification from the Governments of Canada and BC. BC homeowners are responsible for clarifying that their house and planned improvements are eligible for Canada ecoENERGY grants and LiveSmart BC rebates before undertaking any upgrade work and related expenses.
- Grant tables — For a more complete list of eligiblity criteria see BC Rebate List and Canada Grants List.
BC rebates & incentives
LiveSmart BC rebates
BC homeowners can qualify for tax-free rebates from the Government of British Columbia.
- LiveSmart BC rebates — Get tax-free rebates of up to 7,000 for home energy improvements from the BC government. Click here
- LiveSmart BC audit — The BC government subsidizes the cost of your first home energy audit. This subsidy is subject to available funds. Click here
- Other BC rebates — Vancouver homeowners may qualify for a $3,000 rebate from the City of Vancouver Solar Homes Pilot when installing solar hot water systems. There are additional rebates for low-flow toilets, and even more grants, rebates and incentives from local governments and energy utilities.
Canada ecoENERGY grants — BC
BC homeowners can qualify for tax-free rebates as part of the Government of Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
- Canada ecoENERGY grants — Get rebates of up to $5,000 for home energy improvements from the Government of Canada. Click here
- You begin — by completing an ecoENERGY assessment with a certified energy advisor. The BC government subsidizes the cost of your first home energy audit.
- Your advisor — will apply for Canada ecoENERGY grants on your behalf, after you have completed your energy-efficient renovations and your BC home has been re-assessed. You have until March 31, 2012 to make some or all of the improvements your advisor recommends for your BC home, and complete a second audit.
- Canada Grants List — Shows tax-free grant amounts from the Government of Canada. Click here
Home Renovation Tax Credit
Many BC homeowners use “tax credit” to describe government grant programs like LiveSmart BC rebates and Canada ecoENERGY grants. The original Home Renovation Tax Credit (HRTC) expired in 2010.
- 2009 income tax credit — The original Home Renovation Tax Credit allowed families to claim a credit of 15 per cent of home improvement costs, between $1,000 and $10,000, on their 2009 income tax return. Each Canadian family could claim up to $10,000 in home improvement costs, for a credit of up to $1,350 per family.
- 2011 ‘tax credit’ programs — Newer programs provide government grants of up to $12,000 and more. And there’s no need to wait until you’ve filed your annual income tax return to receive a home renovation tax credit. Your tax-free grant money will be sent within 90 days of your follow-up energy audit.
Your advisor can help
By choosing a HomePerformance Energy Advisor to do your BC home energy audit, you’ll receive information on LiveSmart BC home energy renovation rebates, and Government of Canada ecoENERGY grants available in British Columbia.
Enjoy all the benefits
Do it right
Each British Columbia home has its own specific energy-savings needs, and yours is no different. The right renovations add up to big savings. By following the expert advice of a certified BC energy advisor, you’ll make the energy renovations or "retrofits" that are right for your BC home — and help improve your energy costs and the BC environment.
Three easy steps
Energy renovations help ...
- Save energy — Your BC home won’t need as much energy to stay comfortable.
- Save money — Less energy used = lower energy costs for you.
- Grants + Rebates — Qualify for tax-free government grants for home energy renovation, sent directly to you.
And that’s not all. Here are more benefits ...
- Greater comfort – Your home will be warmer in BC winters, cooler in BC summers.
- Better health – You’ll eliminate indoor health concerns like chills and drafts, and keep your home free of airborne pollutants and pollen.
- Increased home value – By making energy renovations, you’ll increase the resale value of your BC home. An official Canada EnerGuide label proves you’ve done the work.
- Simpler home maintenance – No more scrubbing moldy windowsills! Keep airborne dust and dirt outside where it belongs.
When you improve your home in British Columbia, you also make a difference to the rest of the world. You’ll help address important global issues like ...
- Climate change – Energy renovations help reduce your BC home’s greenhouse gas emissions, while protecting you from the effects of climate change and extreme weather.
- Energy security – By reducing your BC home’s energy use, you’ll be less deeply affected by energy price fluctuations and supply interruptions.
And there’s even more. Click here to learn how BC homeowners like you are saving thousands of dollars and tonnes of greenhouse gases every year, by making the right energy-saving home renovations. British Columbia homeowners can make a difference.
Get started today!
Learn more about Renovation Rebates in BC ...
Home Renovation
|
Equipment
|
To qualify you need a BC
home energy audit before your renovations. For more information on
tax-free government grants in British Columbia
or to book a BC home energy audit call
1-877-732-9888.
- Talk to an agent 1-877-732-9888
[ Back to Top ]
 |
|||||||
 |
 |
 |
|||||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
||
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
||
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
||
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
||
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
||
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
||
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
||
|
|
|
 |
 |
|
|
||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|||
 |
 |
 |
|||||
 |
 |
||||||
 |
|||||||
 |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| BC Rebates |
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
 |
BC home energy audit
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
- after August 16, 2009
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
|
BC grants + rebates
- before August 16, 2009
|
 |
BC home renovation tax credit
|
 |
BC renovations + improvements
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
 |
BC energy renovations
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
 |
BC grants + rebates
|
 |
Renovations + improvements
|
 |
BC energy audit
|
| BC Rebates |
|
|
|
