South Main residents should now consider retrofitting their residences since Vancouver sets an ambitious emissions example for Canadian cities. The Vancouver city council is spearheading the transition to renewable energy for homes, with an ambitious goal of requiring all large commercial buildings to use only renewable energy by 2040. Retrofitting one's home to make it more energy efficient is a simple way for South Main residents to help. "Our specialized consultants at Energy Werx are helping homeowners get top-of-the-line guidance on how they may help B.C. achieve emission reduction goals by 2030 and reach net zero by 2050," claims Josh Kovac, the owner of the B.C. Franchise.
Upgrading insulation and windows and replacing existing heating systems like furnaces with heat pumps can help decrease greenhouse gas emissions. Retrofitting a home to increase airtightness can help improve indoor air quality and the resilience of the buildings. In the past couple of years, South Main residents experienced record high temperatures in the summer, and the effects of the heatwave were devastating to the local communities. Homes in South Main are generally not built to withstand high temperatures, and this is where heat pumps and improved insulation can help keep you cool and reduce planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions.
The federal government's Greener Homes Grant makes it easy for residents to upgrade their homes and improve their energy efficiency. Homeowners can apply for grants of up to $5,000 and an additional $600 to support the cost of an EnerGuide home energy evaluation, retroactive to December 1, 2020.
It's easy to create an energy assessment. The first step is for an Energy Werx Advisor to do an energy assessment, which involves using software to compute the energy used throughout your house. Based on the findings, we'll devise an energy-saving plan for your home that will save money and raise efficiency. We'll then calculate your home's yearly energy costs. The number of rebates will also be determined. After receiving your reimbursement, you will also get some money in your pocket after completing all the home improvements. Schedule your home energy assessment in South Main, Vancouver, today; it's gaining popularity! Don't postpone until tomorrow.
Energy Werx BC is the leading home energy evaluation company servicing Vancouver, including Oakridge, Kitsilano, West Point Grey, South Main, East Vancouver, Champlain Heights, Arbutus Ridge, West Side, South Vancouver and Grandview-Woodland. Energy Werx President Todd Downey states, "We are thrilled to provide our services to West Point Grey residents. There has never been a better time for West Point Grey homeowners to do an energy evaluation and we are here to support them every step".
The application process for The Canada Greener Homes Grant is very straightforward. First, register directly through the Canada Greener Homes Grant initiative website.
Once you confirm your eligibility and register for the program, you can contact EnergyWerx to book a pre-retrofit evaluation. The upgrades you chose will be completed in your home following the assessment. We will come to your home again to complete the post-retrofit evaluation and apply for reimbursement. Upload your receipts to the Greener Homes Portal to apply for a refund. You will get your money back 90-120 days after uploading your records to the Greener Homes Portal.
What are the requirements for the Canada Greener Homes Grant?
It's easy to determine if you are eligible to apply for the Canada Greener Homes Grant. First, only one homeowner per home can register, and the home must be your primary residence. Contact us to book the pre-and post-renovation assessments, as this is one of the requirements. You'll also need to complete at least one eligible energy up-grade renovation. Make sure you keep all receipts for energy upgrades, as you'll be asked to provide copies of receipts to receive a refund. Only pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluations completed after December 1, 2020, qualify for the grant. You must purchase all the products used in retrofitting your home in Canada. Indigenous applicants may be eligible to register multiple homes, including homes which are not the owner's primary residence. The applicant must be the prior owner of the home.
You must own a detached or semi-detached house, mobile home, or a row house to meet eligibility criteria. Your home must be at least six months old to qualify. Please note that multi-unit residential buildings over three stories high are not eligible for the grant.
The government will reimburse you for up to $5,000 for the eligible upgrades completed after December 1, 2020. You will receive a refund of up to $600 for the cost of the pre-and post-retrofit EnerGuide evaluations. EnerGuide evaluations conducted before December 1, 2020, are not eligible for reimbursement.
Home improvements available under the Canadian Greener Homes Grant:
• Home insulation - Up to $5000 — homeowners can increase the insulation in their home's crawl space, basement, ceiling/attic, exposed floors, or exterior walls.
• Air-sealing - Up to $1000— We will provide you with a report which will give you a target to increase the tightness of the air in your home.
• Heat Pump - Install New or replace up to $11,000-helps to reduce your carbon emissions and utility bills.
• Doors & Windows- Up to $350- By installing brand new high-performance Energy Star certified windows and new frame replacements.
• Solar Renewable Energy — Install photovoltaic solar panels.
Get Started Today. Contact our Dedicated Advisors at Energy Werx.
We are here to help you every step of the way! Please let us show you how we can help you receive the most rebates available. To book a pre-evaluation, call us at 250-483-5060 or submit a form via our website, bc@energywerx.ca. One of our team members will get back to you right away.
