How to Maximize Your Savings with Ontario's Greener Homes Grant Alternatives: Guide for 2025 in London, ON

To maximize savings with Ontario's Greener Homes Grant alternatives in 2025: bundle multiple upgrades (heat pump + insulation + windows) to combine rebates from HRS, OHPA, and HER+ programs; complete a pre-retrofit energy audit to identify eligible upgrades; choose certified contractors and qualifying products; and stack federal and provincial incentives. Combined savings can reach $25,000+ for comprehensive retrofits. We help bundle upgrades and handle all paperwork to maximize your return.

The Canada Greener Homes Grant is closed to new applicants as of February 2024. However, existing applicants can claim grants up to $5,000 per retrofit by December 31, 2025. Tips for remaining applicants: submit claims early, bundle with provincial programs like HER+ for additional savings ($5,600+), complete pre and post-retrofit energy audits ($600 rebate-eligible), and ensure products are on NRCan's eligible list. For new applicants, use HRS, OHPA, or HER+ programs instead.

The Home Renovation Savings (HRS) program offers $500 per ton up to $7,500 for air-source heat pumps (ASHPs) and up to $12,000 for ground-source systems. To qualify: own an Ontario primary residence, install by a licensed contractor, meet cold-climate efficiency standards (HSPF ≥10), and complete a pre-retrofit energy audit. Maximize by bundling with insulation upgrades. Average annual savings: $1,000 on energy bills plus rebates cover 30-50% of installation costs.

OHPA (Oil to Heat Pump Affordability) provides up to $25,000 combined federal-provincial funding ($15,000 federal + $10,000 provincial) for oil-to-heat-pump conversions. Eligibility: oil-heated primary residence, income-based (up to $250K household income qualifies). Maximize by choosing high-efficiency cold-climate heat pumps, adding insulation for bonuses, and bundling with other energy upgrades. Savings: $2,000/year vs oil heating plus rebates cover 50-70% of installation costs. No separate energy audit required—the program includes an assessment.

HER+ (Home Efficiency Rebate Plus) offers up to $10,600 for bundled retrofits including heat pumps ($6,500), insulation ($1,600), windows ($325/unit), and air sealing. Eligibility: Enbridge Gas customer, pre and post-retrofit energy audits, professional installation. Maximize by bundling 2+ upgrades for full rebate, using certified contractors, and combining with other programs. Average ROI: 3-5 years with 20-30% bill reductions. We handle all rebate paperwork for installations we complete.

Energy audits ($600, rebate-eligible) are mandatory for HER+ and HRS programs. Requirements: hire a registered NRCan energy advisor, complete a pre-retrofit audit to assess current efficiency and identify upgrades, then a post-retrofit audit to verify improvements. Tips for maximizing: prepare your home (clear access to attic, basement, furnace), follow advisor recommendations for eligible upgrades, choose advisors with 4.5+ reviews, and submit audit receipts for rebate. We can recommend trusted energy advisors in London ON.

Best ways to maximize rebates in London ON: 1) Bundle upgrades (heat pump + insulation + windows) to combine multiple rebate programs (HRS + HER+). Example: $7,500 heat pump + $1,600 insulation = $9,100 total rebate with $1,500/year energy savings. 2) Complete pre-retrofit energy audit to identify all eligible upgrades. 3) Choose qualifying products (Energy Star, cold-climate rated). 4) Hire certified installers. 5) Track all receipts and submit applications promptly. We help bundle and apply for all programs.

HRS (Home Renovation Savings) is for general homeowners, offering up to $7,500 for air-source heat pumps ($12,000 ground-source), requires energy audit. OHPA is specifically for oil-heated homes switching to heat pumps, offering up to $25,000, no separate audit required (program includes assessment). HER+ is for Enbridge Gas customers bundling multiple upgrades (heat pump + insulation + windows), offering up to $10,600, requires energy audit. Each program has different eligibility criteria—we can help determine which you qualify for.

Yes, you can combine multiple rebate programs in Ontario. For example, you can combine HER+ (up to $10,600) with HRS (up to $7,500) for total savings up to $18,100 on a heat pump + insulation + windows. OHPA ($25,000) can be combined with HER+ for additional insulation/window upgrades. You can also combine federal and provincial incentives. The key is to ensure all upgrades meet each program's requirements and complete the necessary energy audits. We help coordinate multiple applications to maximize your total savings.

To start the rebate application process in Ontario: 1) Schedule a pre-retrofit energy audit with a registered NRCan advisor. 2) Complete the audit to identify eligible upgrades and get recommendations. 3) Apply for HRS, OHPA, or HER+ programs based on your eligibility. 4) Hire a licensed contractor (like Hawana HVAC) to install qualifying equipment. 5) Complete a post-retrofit energy audit to verify improvements. 6) Submit final documentation including invoices, audit reports, and application forms. 7) Receive your rebate within 4-8 weeks. We handle all paperwork for installations we complete.