If you are considering energy-efficient renovations to your home, before you get started, have Mr. Home Inspector conduct an ecoEnergy / Live Smart assessment of your home to be eligible for either or both government grant programs. You will gain an understanding of your home’s energy use which will help you prioritize improvements most suitable for your home. This assessment is based on a scientific analysis and describes your home’s current performance and estimated energy costs. It also creates a heat loss profile along with comprehensive advice for improvements. A second evaluation is also required to be conducted after the renovations are complete to qualify for grants and process required paperwork.

The cost for each evaluation is $150 plus GST.
(additional distance charges may apply for some areas - call for details.)

ecoEnergy Retrofit Incentive

Federal Government`s ecoEnergy Retrofit Incentive for Homeowners
Since April 1, 2007, Canadian homeowners can receive rebates as high as $5,000, although the average grant for a house is around $1,000 depending on the individual upgrades performed. To qualify, the house must have an ecoEnergy assessment completed before and after the renovations to be eligible. A second evaluation is conducted after the renovations and a new rating and label are produced. The retrofit grant is based solely on the difference in ratings.

By implementing the energy retrofit recommendations, a typical homeowner could save $600 a year on a $2,000 annual heating bill. Your Mr Home Inspector Energy Advisor will complete, submit and track the grant application on your behalf.

Click here for more details:
Grants for Residential Property Owners.pdf

LiveSmart BC

BC Government LiveSmart Efficiency Incentive Program
The BC Ministry of Energy, Mines and Petroleum Resources announced in May 2008 an incentive program to help British Columbians reduce their carbon footprint through energy-efficiency upgrades to their homes. To qualify, the house must have a LiveSmart assessment completed before and after the renovations to be eligible. Renovations must be completed within 18 months along with a second evaluation after the renovations. LiveSmart BC Grants rebates are issued in accordance with the supplied schedule.

Click here for more details:
LiveSmart BC Efficiency Incentive Program

More reasons to get an ecoEnergy / Live Smart assessment assessment for your home:

Lower Bills: understanding your home’s energy-efficiency results in knowledge to lower your home energy bills.

Trouble Spots: Identify any specific trouble spots and receive professional recommendations.

Become an Expert in Your Own Home: you will learn how much energy your home uses and how its heat loss breaks down for all parts of your house including windows, walls, basements, cracks and leaks and more.

New Owner: If you've just bought a home, an ecoEnergy assessment will let you get to know your new home better.

Prove Your Home's Worth: If your home is energy efficient – you can prove it! A rating of 80 or higher puts your home among the prestigious R-2000 standard, a feature that could significantly improve your home's resale value.