Rebate Guide
Pick the step-by-step guide that’s right for your project
Renovating a home Building a new home
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What energy efficient improvements
are best for you?
- Learn about upgrades that will make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. This could include space heating systems, water heating systems, insulation, windows, doors, draftproofing and ventilation. Find out how these complement each other by learning about the House-as-a-System approach.
- Optionally, consider an in-home EnerGuide home evaluation to understand how you can make your home more efficient. Use the Energy Advisor Search Tool to find a Program-Qualified Energy Advisor to complete your EnergGuide home evaluation.
- Talk to our knowledgeable energy coaches for free to answer all your questions about how you can make your home more efficient.
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What rebates are you eligible for?
- Use the Rebate Search Tool to find available rebates, municipal top-ups and learn about bonus offers.
- For a limited time, Double the Rebate on select offers! Register by March 31, 2021.
- Learn how multiple rebates and financing offers can work together to increase the efficiency of your home.
- Need a quick reference? The Better Homes BC Rebate Chart summarizes all rebates currently available through the CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Programs.
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Do you understand the program requirements?
- Read the Program Requirements and Additional Terms and Conditions to ensure you meet the requirements.
- Make sure your contractor has supplied you with the correct information to process your rebate. Refer to the sample invoices for further details.
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How do you choose a contractor?
- Read the contractor tips and Program Registered Contractor directory to find the right person for your job.
- If you have an idea of what energy improvements you would like to complete, contact professional contractors and ask for detailed quotes and advice.
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How do you apply for your rebate?
- Submit your application through the secure Online Application Tool and enjoy your comfortable home.
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What energy efficient improvements are best for you?
- Become familiar with the BC Energy Step Code and learn about new home construction.
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What rebates are you eligible for?
- Use the Rebate Search Tool to find available rebates and municipal top-ups.
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How do you choose a quality builder?
- Read the contractor tips and directories to find the right person for your job.
- Hire your team and work together to design and plan your home.
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How do you know your new home is energy efficient?
- Find a qualified energy advisor to review the plans and verify the new home will meet energy performance requirements.
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Do you have all the required documents?
- Complete construction
- Make sure you’ve collected all the required application documents from your builder as outlined in the rebate’s terms and conditions.
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How do you apply for your rebate?
- Submit your rebate application through the secure Online Application Tool and enjoy your new home.