Water Heating Equipment Rebate Guide
Participation in the Home Energy Assessment program or New Home Construction program precludes homeowners from receiving rebates for the same upgrades in other Efficiency Nova Scotia programs. Only rebates from one program will be issued for any particular measure.
Equipment Information and Eligibility Criteria
| System Type | Eligibility Criteria | Incentives | Equipment Certification Requirements | Equipment Installation Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three-Element Water Heater | Households replacing existing oil-fired domestic hot water systems | $ 650/System | Unit must have three elements, with the third being designed to run at low power over long periods. Giant ECOPEAK® models only at this time | Three-Element Water Heater must be installed by a certified plumber |
| Three-Element Water Heater | Households replacing existing electric domestic hot water systems | $ 400/System | Unit must have three elements, with the third being designed to run at low power over long periods. Giant ECOPEAK® models only at this time | Three-Element Water Heater must be installed by a certified plumber |
| Solar Thermal: Domestic Hot Water | All Homes | $ 1000/System | Single family residential Solar Water Heating systems must have OG-300 System Certification by SRCC (Solar Rating and Certification Corporation). | Components must be new and unused. System installations must conform to manufacturer's specifications and all applicable codes and standards |
Please Note: A letter from your contractor may be required to indicate the state of the previous equipment. Limit of one three-element water heater installed per household. Three-element water heaters replacing existing electric domestic hot water systems must have been installed on, or after, June 1, 2020.