Home Improvement

Important Notice

The EnerGuide for Houses Retrofit Incentive Program has been discontinued as of midnight May 12, 2006.

Property owners who have had a pre-retrofit evaluation performed prior to May 13, 2006 can have a post-retrofit evaluation and still qualify for a grant until March 31, 2007. Refer to the eligibility criteria for more information.

It is suggested that you complete your upgrades well in advance of this date (at the very latest by February 28, 2007) in order to allow enough time for the EGH contractor to complete your follow-up evaluation and submit your grant application and data file to us. You can calculate the amount of your potential grant by using our grant calculator.

To book your follow-up evaluation, contact an energy advisor or call 1-800-387-2000 to find the name of an EGH contractor in your area who can perform your evaluation.

The Government of Canada will develop a strategy focused on ensuring that future generations enjoy clean air, clean water, clean land and clean energy.

How Your Home Works

• The basics
• Control of heat flow
• Ventilation and airflow control
• The house as a system
• Older homes and heritage buildings
• Tips on Saving Energy in Your Home

Insulating and Air-Sealing Your Home

• Introduction to home retrofitting
• Products and materials
• Vermiculite containing asbestos – Health Canada advisory
• Air-leakage control
• Roofs and attics
• Basement insulation
• Insulating walls

Choosing and Maintaining Equipment and Appliances

• Major appliances
• Heating equipment and controls
• Cooling and ventilation equipment and controls
• Windows, doors and skylights
• Residential lighting
• Water conservation products

Financial Assistance and Incentives

• EnerGuide for Low-Income Households [This link opens a new window]
• Mortgage Loan Insurance Premium Refund
• Rebates and incentives for selected ENERGY STAR^® qualified products in Canada