FortisBC is offering a $5,000 rebate to income-qualified customers who upgrade their primary electric space heating system, such as baseboards or an electric furnace, to an eligible air source heat pump.
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FortisBC Air Source Heat Pump Rebate for Income Qualified Households
FortisBC is offering a $5,000 rebate to income-qualified customers who upgrade their primary electric space heating system, such as baseboards or an electric furnace, to an eligible air source heat pump.
Overview
Rebate Amount:
$5,000
Who Can Apply:
- You must be a residential FortisBC or municipal electricity customer of Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland or Nelson Hydro with only one active residential electricity account, upgrading the heating system at your primary residence.
- You must meet income-qualified requirements and proof of income is required. Visit this page for full income eligibility details. Total household income includes the combined income of all members of the household over the age of 18.
Deadline:
- You must submit your application within 1 year of the installation date.
Qualifying Products:
Have an eligible heat pump installed. See the ductless mini-split heat pump rebate, central ducted heat pump rebate, air-to-water heat pump rebate, or combination space and water heat pump rebate pages for eligibility requirements.
Funding Provided By:
Fortis BC
Rebate Amount
| Requirements | Primary fuel before upgrade | Rebate |
|---|---|
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The heat pump must be replacing an existing hard-wired electric heating system such as electric baseboards, radiant ceiling, radiant floors or a forced-air furnace. Back-up space heating systems must also be electric. Emergency replacements of broken electrical systems are not eligible. Replacing an existing heat pump or adding a head to an existing one is not eligible. |
$5,000 |
| Upgrade | Rebate | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Ductless mini-split heat pump | $5,000 |
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| Ductless multi-split heat pump | $5,000 |
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| Central ducted heat pump (Tier 1) | $5,000 |
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| Central ducted heat pump (Tier 2) | $5,000 |
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Eligibility Requirements
In order to qualify for this rebate, all of the following requirements must be met. Please read them carefully. Contact an Energy Coach if you have questions.
Requirements for the home
- You must be a residential FortisBC or municipal electricity customer of Grand Forks, Penticton, Summerland or Nelson Hydro with only one active residential electricity account, upgrading the heating system at your primary residence.
- You must meet income-qualified requirements and proof of income is required. Visit this page for full income eligibility details. Total household income includes the combined income of all members of the household over the age of 18.
- The heat pump must be replacing an existing hard-wired electric heating system such as electric baseboards, radiant ceiling, radiant floors or a forced-air furnace. Back-up space heating systems must also be electric. Emergency replacements of broken electrical systems are not eligible. Replacing an existing heat pump or adding a head to an existing one is not eligible.
- The home must be a year-round primary residence that is at least 10 years old, no larger than 3,500 square feet and be one of the following: single-family; duplex; triplex; row home; townhouse or manufactured/mobile home on a permanent foundation.
Requirements for installation
All new equipment must be installed:
- The new heat pump must be sufficiently sized to function as the primary heating system for the home.
- For ductless systems, one indoor unit (head) must serve a main living area of the premises, including a family room, living room or open-concept kitchen/living room.
- The heat pump must be installed by a licensed contractor with a GST number and a valid BC business license for the trade applicable to the upgrade being installed (e.g. heat pumps must be installed by a licensed heating and cooling contractor). Note: as of July 1, 2022, all air source heat pump installations must be completed by a Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) member.* Search for an HPCN member in your area or find one on this list.
- Eligible heat pumps must be installed in accordance with the Heat Pump Best Practices Installation Guide for Existing Homes.
Deadlines
You must submit your application within 1 year of the installation date.
How to Apply
Before you begin
- Carefully read the Program Requirements and Additional Terms and Conditions to confirm your eligibility.
- Have an eligible heat pump installed. See the ductless mini-split heat pump rebate, central ducted heat pump rebate, air-to-water heat pump rebate, or combination space and water heat pump rebate pages for eligibility requirements.
- Once your upgrades are installed, complete the online application and upload all supporting documentation including copies of all receipts and invoices. See sample invoices.
Who to Contact
Questions about the rebate?
Contact an Energy Coach to get clarification or help with understanding this rebate.
Questions about your application?
FortisBC Electricity
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