Ontario Insulation Rebates & Grants 2024: Complete Homeowner Guide

How Much Can You Save on Insulation in Ontario?

Ontario homeowners can access multiple rebate programs to offset the cost of insulation upgrades. Combined, these programs can cover $5,000-$10,000+ of your insulation project costs.

The main programs available in 2024:

• Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate (up to $5,000)
• Canada Greener Homes Grant (up to $5,000)
• Home Renovation Savings Program (provincial)

Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate

If you're an Enbridge gas customer, you can access rebates for insulation upgrades:

• Attic insulation: Up to $1,500
• Wall insulation: Up to $1,500
• Basement insulation: Up to $1,500
• Air sealing: Up to $500

Requirements:

• Must be an Enbridge residential customer
• Home must be at least 2 years old
• Pre- and post-upgrade EnerGuide assessments required
• Work must be done by a registered contractor

Canada Greener Homes Grant

The federal Greener Homes Grant provides up to $5,000 for energy-efficient upgrades:

• Attic/ceiling insulation: Up to $1,800
• Exterior wall insulation: Up to $1,800
• Foundation insulation: Up to $1,500
• Air sealing: Up to $1,000

Requirements:

• EnerGuide evaluation before and after
• Work completed by a qualified contractor
• Apply before starting work

Home Renovation Savings Program

Ontario's provincial program provides additional support for home energy upgrades, including insulation improvements. This program can be stacked with federal rebates for maximum savings.

Which Insulation Upgrades Qualify?

Most insulation work qualifies for rebates:

• Attic blown-in insulation - Most common upgrade, brings older homes to R60
• Spray foam insulation - Basement walls, rim joists, and air sealing
• Batt insulation - Exterior walls during renovations
• Basement insulation - Spray foam on foundation walls

How to Apply for Insulation Rebates

• Step 1: Book an EnerGuide home energy assessment (~$300-500, often rebatable)
• Step 2: Get quotes from qualified insulation contractors
• Step 3: Apply for rebates before starting work (some programs require pre-approval)
• Step 4: Complete the insulation upgrade
• Step 5: Book post-upgrade EnerGuide assessment
• Step 6: Submit documentation and receive rebates

Stacking Multiple Rebates

You can often combine rebates from different programs. For example:

• Enbridge rebate for attic insulation: $1,500
• Greener Homes Grant: $1,800
• Total rebates: $3,300 on a single attic upgrade

Get Started with Your Insulation Upgrade

Konstruction Group is a registered contractor for Ontario rebate programs. We handle insulation projects throughout Toronto and the GTA, including spray foam insulation, blown-in attic insulation to R60, and batt insulation for exterior walls and soundproofing.

Contact us for a free quote and we'll help you understand which rebates apply to your project.