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Guides for homeowners navigating rebate programs
Straightforward writing about how upgrades, assessments, and incentive programs actually fit together — no sales pitch, no eligibility funnels.
How we source our numbers: every rebate figure on this site is sourced directly from official program documentation and dated, so you can check it against the program before you apply.
Ontario Home Renovation Savings: Every Rebate Amount Explained
The Home Renovation Savings™ program pays $600 for an energy assessment and up to $12,000 for a ground source heat pump. Here is the full list, and how the pieces fit together.
· 7 min read
Heat PumpsHeat Pump Rebates in Ontario: Up to $7,500 Air Source, $12,000 Ground Source
Cold climate air source heat pumps qualify for up to $7,500 and ground source systems for up to $12,000, with the amount varying by the size installed. Here is what drives the number.
· 6 min read
InsulationInsulation Rebates: $1,250 for Attics and Up to $7,700 Overall
Attic insulation now earns $1,250 back (up from $1,000), air sealing adds up to $250, and total insulation rebates reach $7,700. It is still the best first move in most homes.
· 5 min read
Solar & BatterySolar and Battery Storage: Up to $10,000 Back, and Realistic Expectations
The program offers up to $10,000 for solar panels and battery storage. Payback still depends on roof orientation, billing rules, and how much of your own generation you use.
· 8 min read
Windows & DoorsWindows and Doors: $100 Back Per Rough Opening
ENERGY STAR certified windows and doors earn $100 back per rough opening. That helps with the upgrade cost, but it rarely justifies a replacement on energy savings alone.
· 5 min read
Consumer ProtectionSpotting Rebate Scams Now That Real Amounts Are Public
Figures like $7,500 for a heat pump and $10,000 for solar are genuine — which is exactly why high-pressure sales pitches quote them. A few habits protect you.
· 4 min read