CMHC for Consumers	November 2007

Homebuying Step by Step — Interactive Version

Step through the Life-Cycle of your home

My Energy Savings

Simple home improvements such as energy-efficient lighting and appliances can help your household save energy and reduce your utility bills. Whether you’re buying a home or renovating your home, you’ll find all the information you need in the sections below.

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Are You Buying a Home?

EQuilibrium Housing
The goal of this initiative is to build healthy, energy-efficient homes in sustainable communities across the country.
CMHC Eligible Energy-Efficient Building Programs
You may be eligible for a 10% premium refund on homes built under certain programs.

Energy-Efficient Housing Made More Affordable with Mortgage Loan Insurance
A 10% CMHC mortgage loan insurance premium refund may be available when you use CMHC insured financing to:
- Buy or Build a Home
- Renovate a Home

Are You Renovating Your Home?

Renovating for Energy Savings
These comprehensive fact sheets describe various energy-saving options for homes of specific styles and ages.
The Five Essentials of Healthy Housing™
An innovative concept with five key elements that promotes the health of the occupants.
Efficient, Convenient Wood Heating
Provides practical tips for choosing the right wood burning system and preparing your firewood.
Insulating Your House
Choose the right insulation to reduce the amount of energy you use and to make your home more comfortable.
Setback Thermostats
Get the facts on temperature settings, energy savings and potential problems associated with setback thermostats.

Photovoltaics (PVs)
Convert sunlight into electricity with these safe, reliable and low-maintenance devices.
Hydronic Radiant Floor Heating
With this energy-efficient system, hot water heats your home by circulating beneath your floors.
Energy Efficient Upgrade — Mechanical Systems
Upgrading your heating, cooling, and ventilation (HVAC) systems will make your home more comfortable and less expensive to operate.
Energy Efficient Upgrade — The Building Envelope
Improving the performance of the building envelope can result in a better insulated, more airtight home that is easier to heat.
Replacing Your Furnace
Find out about fuel choice, furnace sizing and furnace efficiency.

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