Canada Greener Homes Loan - What is it?
Canada’s Greener Homes Loan is a financing option provided by the Canadian government to encourage homeowners to invest in energy-efficient upgrades. This loan offers up to $40,000 in interest free loans which are repayable over 10 years.
Program is designed to
Reduce Greenhouse Gases
Improve Home Comfort
Lower Utility Bills
Canada Greener Homes Loan - Who is Eligible?
The Loan is available to the following customers:
Must have completed pre-retrofit assessment of your home on or after April 1, 2020
Must be a Canadian homeowner and your home must be your primary residence
Have a good credit history
How to Apply
1. Complete a Pre-retrofit Audit
Find a certified energy advisor to assess your home’s energy performance. They’ll recommend suitable upgrades.
2. Contact Us
Reach out to us and mention you are interested in participating in Canada’s Greener Homes Loan.
3. Apply for the interest-free loan
Once a energy advisor has performed the pre-retrofit audit recommending energy efficiency improvements and you have received a cost to retrofit with qualified windows and doors, you are ready to apply for a loan.
4. Upgrade with confidence
Once you have been approved, we can proceed with the installation of your new windows and doors.
5. Schedule a post-retrofit EnerGuide Evaluation
Book a follow-up appointment with your energy advisor to submit the required documents online.
Benefits of Energy Efficient Windows and Doors
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Lower Utility Bills
Energy-efficient windows and doors help regulate indoor temperatures, reducing the need for consumers to turn on air conditioning and heaters.
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Environmental Impact
By going with energy-efficient products, you are reducing energy consumption which helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
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Increased Home Value
Energy-efficient upgrades increase your property’s value. If you ever choose to sell your house; potential buyers value increased with the added benefits of efficient windows and doors.
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Comfort and Aesthetics
Our windows and doors not only save energy but also enhance your home’s look and feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Home insulation, air-sealing, thermostat, space and water heating, windows and doors, renewable energy and resiliency measures are all eligible retrofits for the loan.
You can not apply for the loan if you have the following: Retrofits that were not recommended in your pre-retrofit evaluation, retrofits that are not included in your application (meaning adding additional retrofits to your loan application after it has been approved).