Grants, Rebates, Discounts, PROMOTIONS

At Laird and Son Heating, we do our best to stay current with significant rebates and discount promotions so that we can pass them on to our valued customers.

Any time throughout the year, valuable savings can be obtained when purchasing new heating or cooling equipment. These rebates come from departments of the federal and provincial government, manufacturers and utilities. Due to changes in details from the varied sources we recommend you do your homework carefully. As well, one of Laird and Son Home Comfort Consultants can take the time to explain what is available to you. Below we have provided some of the details that summarize the government rebates regarding installation of new energy efficient furnaces and air conditioners.

HOME ENERGY RETROFIT PROGRAM

To help homeowners save energy, save money and help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the Ontario government has created the Ontario Home Energy Retrofit Program. The program provides homeowners with grants of up to $5,000 for home energy improvements.

How to Apply

The following information explains how the program works and how you can begin to help Ontario build a culture of conservation and a healthier environment: For general information about the program call the Ministry's 1-888-668-4636 INFO hotline.
To apply to the program follow the steps below:

Visit the Natural Resources Canada site to get a list of licensed home auditors (energy advisors) in your community. Enter the first three digits of your postal code or your province/territory to find an energy advisor near you.
Get quotes from several licensed home auditors and book the audit. The auditor will provide a thorough basement to attic assessment of the home's energy use and will provide a written report on ways to save energy and information on grant amounts available for various measures.
The report is submitted by the auditor to Natural Resources Canada and on notification that a qualifying audit has been completed, Ontario reimburses the homeowner 50 per cent of the cost of this first audit up to $150. The homeowner has up to 18 months to complete work on the recommendations. Examples of possible measures include installing a solar-powered domestic water heating system, installing a high-efficiency gas furnace or replacing an old central air conditioner with an Energy Star model.
When work is completed, contact your licensed auditor to book a verification audit. The auditor returns and verifies which of the recommended measures have been installed and measures the efficiency improvement in the home. There may be a cost for this audit, which must be covered by the homeowner. The auditor completes the paperwork to apply for the grants and submits it on behalf of the homeowner.

The maximum grant is $5,000 for a home from the province, and $5,000 from Natural Resources Canada.

Ontario reimburses the homeowner based on the measures undertaken and the rebate amount allowed for each component. Natural Resources Canada also provides reimbursement for the measures covered under its program. The homeowner may also apply to programs offered by the Ontario Power Authority or their gas utility for other incentives that may be offered to further reduce the costs. Also, for renewable energy installations, the province has extended the PST rebate to January 1, 2010, which can provide additional savings. If you have additional questions on the program call the Ministry's 1-888-668-4636 INFO hotline. For a complete list of retrofit measures covered by the program please see our FAQs, question #19

Installing a high-efficiency furnace with a high-efficiency fan motor (to replace a 20-year old gas furnace)

Rebates

Ontario home energy audit rebate: $150
Ontario rebate: $500
Federal rebate: $500
Ontario Power Authority rebate: $125*
Enbridge rebate: $100*

The Ontario Power Authority's Cool Savings Rebate program is valid until the end of 2008. The rebate offered by Enbridge is valid until March 31, 2008. Please contact OPA and Enbridge for more information.
Total rebates : $1375 A typical family of four will also save approximately $330 per year (470 cubic meters of gas and 800 kWh of electricity). Annual estimated greenhouse gas emissions reductions would be 1070 kg for replacing an older furnace with a high-efficiency furnace.

Replacing old central air system (10-15 years old) with an Energy Star central air system

Rebates

Ontario home energy audit rebate: $150
Ontario rebate: $200
Ontario Power Authority rebate: $250*
Federal rebate: $200

The Ontario Power Authority's Cool Savings Rebate program is valid until the end of 2008. For more information, please refer to the OPA directly.
Total rebates : $800 A typical family of four will also save approximately $40 per year (350 kWh of electricity). Annual estimated greenhouse gas emissions reductions would be 75 kg for replacing an old air conditioner with a new Energy Star air conditioner.

Federal Incentives

For information on federal retrofit grants visit Natural Resources Canada or call toll-free 1-800-O-Canada (1-800-622-6232) or 1-800-926-9105 for the hearing impaired.

Ontario Power Authority Incentives

For information on Ontario Power Authority retrofit grants visit the OPA website or call their Conservation Information Line at 877-797-9473 or toll free at 1-800-797-9604