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Plus, by insulating the basement, Weiss says he could “up the useable space in the home and make the basement more comfortable and energy efficient.”
Grants, rebates and home comfort
After completing the improvements, Weiss says his home is warmer, especially in the basement. “It’s also less drafty, even in the living room and family room upstairs, too.”
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Plus, grants and rebates from the governments of Ontario and Canada meant Weiss could offset the cost of the new hot water heater and basement insulation. “Without the grants, I wouldn’t have gotten the hot water heater,” says Weiss.
While he hasn’t done a cost comparison between last year’s gas and electricity costs and this year’s home energy costs, he says that’s only part of the equation. His home is more comfortable, saves energy, and produces less greenhouse gases to contribute to global warming.
“We all should do our part collectively to improve our environment. It makes a difference,” says Weiss. And, he adds, “Getting the dollars back made it all the more appealing.”

Government grants
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Barrie homeowners can choose from a shopping list of renovation grants from the Government of Canada:
- Furnaces — high-efficiency gas or oil, up to $790
- Central air conditioners — replacement $250
- Hot water heaters — condensing gas $375
- Hot water heaters — tankless/instantaneous gas, condensing-type $375
- Boilers — high-efficiency gas or oil $750
- HRV — heat recovery ventilator $375
- Solar — hot water system $1,250
- Heat pumps — air-source heat pump which doubles as air conditioner $500
- Geothermal — ground- or water-source heat pumps which are energy-efficient heating and cooling systems up to $4,375
Barrie homeowners can also get ...
- Attic or roof — insulation up to $750
- Exterior wall — insulation up to $1,875
- Basement — insulation up to $1,250
- Crawl space — insulation up to $1,000
- Air sealing — for your home up to $430
- Windows & doors — $40 for each replacement unit
- Toilets — $65 for each low-flow replacement unit
And there’s more.
Take advantage of Government of Canada ecoENERGY grants for home energy renovation in Barrie:
- Canada ecoENERGY — Barrie homeowners can get up to $5,000 from the Canadian government for home energy renovations through the ecoENERGY Retrofit – Homes program, which is in effect until March 31, 2012. Click here for more
- Home Energy Audits — To qualify for Government of Canada ecoENERGY grants, Barrie homeowners must get a home energy audit before and after their attic and roof insulation improvements. Get up to $150 cash back on the cost of your first energy audit with rebates from the Ontario government’s Home Energy Audit program. Click here for more
- Home Renovation Tax Credit — Many homeowners in Barrie use “tax credit” to describe a grant program like 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
Enjoy all the benefits
Do it right
Each Barrie 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 Ontario energy advisor, you’ll make the energy renovations or "retrofits" that are right for your Barrie home — and help improve your energy costs and the Barrie environment.
Energy renovations help ...
- Save energy — Your Barrie 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 Barrie winters, cooler in Barrie 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 Barrie 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 Barrie, 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 Barrie home’s greenhouse gas emissions, while protecting you from the effects of climate change and extreme weather.
- Energy security – By reducing your Barrie 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 Barrie homeowners like you are saving thousands of dollars and tonnes of greenhouse gases every year, by making the right energy-saving home renovations. Barrie Ontario homeowners can make a difference.
Get started today!
Learn more about Renovation Rebates in Barrie Ontario ...
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Ontario grants + rebates
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