Insulation Grants
The Greener Homes Grant helps you pay for insulating your:​
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Walls - up to $5,000
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Attics - up to $1,800
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Flat or Cathedral Ceilings - up to $600
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Floors - up to $750
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Grant amount ​depends on:
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Depth of insulation, and
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Percentage of total wall covered​
Wall Insulation
Pro-rated based on minimum of 20% coverage.
To understand R-values, see What is an R-Value?
Main Wall
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Add R7.5 - R12
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$660 to $3,300
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Add R13 - R20
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$760 to $3,800​​​
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Add R20+
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$1,000 to $5,000​
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Basement Wall
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Add R10 - R22
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​$210 to $1,050
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Add R23+
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​$300 to $1,500​
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Crawlspace Wall
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May require 100% coverage
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Add R10 - R22
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up to $1,040
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Add R23+
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up to $1,300
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For details, see government website​​
Ceiling Insulation
Pro-rated based on minimum of 20% coverage.
To understand R-values, see What is an R-Value?
Attic
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Increase to R50 from R12
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​$360 to $1,800
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Increase to R50 from R25
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​$120 to $600
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Increase to R50 from R35
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​$50 to $250
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​​​​​​​​​Cathedral Roof
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Increase to R20 from R12
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$120 to $600
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Increase to R28 from R12
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$120 to $600
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Increase to R28 from R25
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$50 to $250
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Flat Roof
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Increase to R20 from R12
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​$120 to $600
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Increase to R28 from R12
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$120 to $600
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Increase to R28 from R25
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$120 to $250
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Crawlspace Ceiling
100% coverage required
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Add R24+
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​$800
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For details, see government website​​
Floor Insulation
Not prorated.
To understand R-values, see What is an R-Value?
Exposed Floor (air exterior)
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100% coverage required
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Add R20
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$350​​
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Basement Slab Floor
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50% coverage required
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Add R3.5
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$400​
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For details, see government website​​
Questions
Can I qualify for insulation in multiple locations?
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Yes, but the total amount is limited to $5,600. This includes a $600 rebate for the evaluation by your energy advisor.
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Can I install the insulation myself?
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Yes, you can qualify for the federal grant with insulation you install yourself. You will be compensated for the cost of materials so keep all your receipts.
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Are there provincial rebates available?
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Yes, to qualify for provincial insulation rebates you will require the insulation to be installed by a registered contractor.
What is an R-Value?
An R-Value is a measure of insulation. The higher the value, the better the insulation.
The value for any product will depend on its thickness and the material used.
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Common insulation upgrades:
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3.5" Fiberglass Batt
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​Typical for 2x4 walls
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​Roughly R1​2
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Typical for attics​
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Roughly R30
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2" Extruded Polystyrene (XPS)​​
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Typical for exterior use​​
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Roughly R10
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Typical for exterior use​
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Roughly R12
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How to Apply
Greener Homes Grant
Step 1
Create your application
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Begin your online application here
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Select HomeStep.ca as your service provider to conduct the EnerGuide evaluation.
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Provide your property tax roll number & your government ID
Tip: your tax roll number can be found on BC Assessment.
Step 2
Book your evaluation
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Once you have selected HomeStep.ca you are automatically added to our waitlist.
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If you have finished creating your application you are ready to book your in-person energy evaluation
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Call 604-629-8300​​
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Email service@homestep.ca
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Submit a webform
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We will also contact you directly once your application appears in our waitlist.
Step 3
Pre-retrofit EnerGuide home evaluation
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You must complete a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation before beginning the retrofits to be eligible for the grant.
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An energy advisor performs the pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation, to measure the efficiency of your home. The evaluation is in-person and takes 1-2 hours. The advisor can provide upgrade guidance at this time.
Step 4
Optional: Interest-free loan
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A $40,000 interest-free loan from the Government of Canada to help pay for your renovation. For more information, see Greener Homes Loan.
Step 4B
Retrofit your home
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After the pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation is complete, you will be provided a report with the results and our recommendations. After review, you can decide which retrofits work best for you.
Step 5
Post-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation
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Book a post-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation, and submit the required documents online or by mail. Once complete, your new EnerGuide label will show you how much more energy-efficient your home has become.
Step 6
Request and receive your grant
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You will be asked to confirm your total grant amount, which will cover part of your retrofits cost and the cost of the energy advisor. After confirmation, you will receive a cheque by mail within 30 business days.
Step 7
For details, see government website​​
$40,000 Interest-Free
Greener Homes Loan
Interest-free loans of up to $40,000 are available from the Government of Canada to help homeowners pay for the cost of retrofits.
The Canada Greener Homes Loan works alongside the Greener Homes Grant program.
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With a 10 year, interest-free repayment term, homeowners may opt in to the loan when pursuing retrofits like insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, and more.
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Energy advisors play a key part in the delivery of the loan.
Booking an energy evaluation is a requirement to qualify for the loan.
Tell us about your project.
Book directly over the phone or
submit our online form.
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