Start your home’s energy efficiency journey for $199
Make your home more comfortable and energy efficient by keeping your valuable heat inside with heat pumps, better insulation, draft-proofing, windows, doors, and other upgrades. Book your Home Energy Assessment to see where your home is losing heat, what you can do to improve it and what home energy rebates and interest-free financing you may be eligible for.
In Nova Scotia, the federal Canada Greener Homes Grant initiative is co-delivered with Efficiency Nova Scotia’s provincial Home Energy Assessment (HEA) program. Anyone who enrolls in HEA and meets Greener Homes eligibility will automatically be considered for federal rebates and has the option to apply for an interest-free loan. More details on CGHG can be found here.
Please note: The Canada Greener Homes Grant is a multi-year program that has generated significant interest for HEA. If you are placed on a waitlist by one of our Service Providers, we ask that you please refrain from contacting other Service Providers to minimize scheduling conflicts. We thank you for your patience as we work to meet the high demand for energy assessments across the province.
In 2-3 hours, a Registered Energy Advisor will help you see where your home is losing heat, suggest improvements that can be made and share a list of rebates you may be eligible to receive.
Take advantage of up to $5,000 in rebates on a variety of upgrades like heat pumps, insulation and more. Through the Canada Greener Homes Grant, homeowners can access up to an additional $5,000 in rebates towards their energy efficiency upgrades. That’s up to $10,000 total in rebates!
Read the full HEA rebate guide (PDF) for eligibility and detailed incentives
Before starting renovations, homeowners who are eligible for the Canada Greener Homes Grant and who wish to make major renovations to their homes may be eligible for an interest-free loan of up to $40,000 through the Canada Greener Homes Loan to finance these renovations. For more information, visit the program’s webpage or begin your application.
If your home is eligible, book an appointment with a Registered Energy Advisor. For the low cost of $199, they will assess your home and recommend what upgrades make the most sense for your home.
Ensure you choose a rebate eligible heat pump before installing.
Centrally Ducted Air Source Heat Pumps (PDF)
Thermopompes à air centrales avec conduits (PDF)
Ductless Mini-Split Heat Pumps (PDF)
Thermopompes biblocs sans conduits (PDF)
Solar PV systems must be designed and installed by an Efficiency Nova Scotia Registered Solar Installer.
If planning multiple upgrades, we suggest you speak with one of our Energy Solutions Advisors (1-877-999-6035 or info@efficiencyns.ca) to explore how best to maximize rebates across our programs.
The Province of Nova Scotia and Government of Canada recently announced new funding to help low-income and middle-income Nova Scotians transition away from oil heating. This funding will cover the cost of the Home Energy Assessment and homeowners can apply to qualify for additional incentives towards their energy efficient upgrades.
Moving away from oil can be a significant cost, but we are here to help. If you use over 1,000L of oil annually and are planning to transition away from oil heating, you could also be eligible for an additional $5,000 towards your upgrades.
Not sure where to start?
Answer a few quick questions about your home and your income, and our online energy assistance navigation tool will provide custom advice – so you can take your next steps towards saving energy and money while improving the comfort of your home.
*Please note, with the popularity of these programs, we are experiencing high volumes of calls, emails and applications. There are also delays due to contractor and material availability. We are working hard to get as many people through the programs as quickly as possible, but we want our customers to be aware of potential delays.
WORK WITH A REGISTERED ENERGY ADVISOR
Acumen Energy Consultants
Qualified to assess multi-unit residential buildings.
1-844-943-1006
1-902-706-8098 (Halifax)
info@acumenenergy.ca
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Enercheck Solutions
Qualified to assess multi-unit residential buildings.
1-866-990-2499
infons@enercheck.ca
Book Online
Thermalwise
Qualified to assess multi-unit residential buildings.
1-855-758-7851
1-902-708-0447 (Halifax)
info@thermalwise.ca
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Amerispec Home Inspection Services
Qualified to assess multi-unit residential buildings.
1-855-592-5633
1-902-700-5341 (Halifax)
halifax@amerispec.ca
Sustainable Housing
1-877-722-2842
1-902-435-3637 (Halifax)
bookings@sustainablehousing.ca
Clean Foundation
1-844-394-9972
1-902-701-6918 (Halifax)
info@cleanfoundation.ca
Homesol Building Solutions
Qualified to assess multi-unit residential buildings.
1-855-489-5305
atlantic@homesol.ca
Book Online
Trinity Energy Group
Province wide service.
1-844-326-6945
info@trinityenergygroup.ca
Get Started with a Home Energy Assessment
You’re 6 steps away from a more energy efficient home.
Step 1
If your home is eligible, book an initial Home Energy Assessment with a Registered Energy Advisor.
If your household is moderate income (see chart below), you may qualify for a free Home Energy Assessment and additional rebates up to $30,000! Confirm your eligibility and fill out the application. Once approved, an Efficiency Nova Scotia Energy Solutions Advisor will contact you with next steps.
Step 2
Review the custom recommendations from your Energy Advisor. You’ll receive an EnerGuide label and Renovation Upgrade Report tailored to your home.
Step 3
Plan your upgrades. Review the HEA Rebate Guide (PDF) to ensure you understand all program rules and equipment eligibility. If a heat pump is one of your recommended upgrades, look up eligible models with the tool below.
Before starting renovations, homeowners who are eligible for the Canada Greener Homes Grant and who wish to make major renovations to their homes may be eligible for an interest-free loan of up to $40,000 through the Canada Greener Homes Loan to finance these renovations. For more information, visit the program’s webpage or begin your application.
Step 4
Complete your upgrades within 12 months of your assessment.
Need help finding a contractor? Search our Efficiency Preferred Partner online directory to find a trusted professional.
Step 5
Book your final HEA to assess the improvements to your energy usage.
Step 6
Receive your provincial rebate within 90 days of your final HEA. Federal rebates may take longer to process. If applicable, your Canada Greener Homes Loan payment will start once the work is complete.
How much can you save with an HEA?
The following chart highlights the available rebate amounts based on your chosen upgrades. Rebates vary between HEA and Canada Greener Homes Grant programs.
View Available Rebates in Detail (PDF)
| UPGRADE | HEA AMOUNT | GREENER HOMES AMOUNT | MODERATE INCOME HEA AMOUNT | OHPA PROGRAM AMOUNT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ceiling Insulation | Up to $750 | Up to $1,800 | $0 | |
| Exterior Wall Insulation | Up to $1,500 | Up to $5,000 | Up to $2,000 | |
| Foundation Insulation | Up to $1,200 | Up to $1,500 | Up to $1,500 | |
| Heat Pumps | $300 - $600 per ton | $2,500 - $5,000 | $1,000 to $3,000 per ton | $15,000 |
| Wood/pellet Burning Equipment | $500 - $1,000 | $0 | $600 | |
| Solar Photovoltaic System | $0 | Up to $5,000 | $0 | |
| Resiliency Upgrades | $0 | Up to $2,625 | $0 | |
| Heat pump hot water Heaters | $400 | $1,000 | $500 | |
| TOTAL | Up to $5,000 | Up to $5,000 | Up to $10,000 | |
*If you own/live in a building with 3 or more units, please visit this link for more information
