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EcoEnergy Audit Program Cancelled Again
Feb 3rd
The Harper government has one again cancelled the ecoEnergy audit program early. The audit program was surprisingly cancelled on January 29th 2012, and was not supposed to finish until March 31st 2012.
Why Was The Audit Program Cancelled?
This is a bit of a mystery, as the Conservatives had pledged 400 million in funding to the program from the budget only a few months ago. Now with less than half of that money released as grants to Canadian citizens they have removed any access chalking it up to “fiscal responsibility”. So ultimately the energy audit program in Canada has been destroyed to save 200 million dollars… If you look at how much money the program saves and has saved home owners through efficiency alone that 200 million is a drip in the Billion dollar savings bucket. It’s really unfortunate we have such a pro oil Government willing to discount its citizens so easily.
What Are The Details?
- If you have completed your first audit but haven’t finished your upgrades or retrofits then you are still eligible for Government grants and rebates
- The program is completely closed to new entrants
- Homeowners can receive post-retrofit evaluations and apply for grants until June 30, 2012; the retrofit renovations must be completed by March 31.
If you were hoping to get the rebates associated with a high efficiency tankless water heater then, unfortunately, you’re out of luck at the current moment. Hopefully the program will be reinstated, but as it stands at the current moment you will have to recoup your tankless costs with its efficiency.
Takagi Tankless
Nov 10th
Takagi tankless water heaters were the first to enter the North American market around 1995.
Although they had more than perfected the tankless having manufactured their systems in Japan for over 50 years prior. Takagi is committed to quality and innovation and they have done a good job with excellent reliable systems. It would not be a mistake to install a Takagi tankless in your home.
Takagi has a few popular tankless models and here in Ontario you would probably be installing one of these systems.
- The T-H2 – Green, 2nd generation condensing tankless, 4.6 GPM (40 degree ground water temp) and can be vented with PVC piping. It’s a great system that meets the NRCan audit program requirements for high efficiency and qualifies for a $375 Government grant.
- Takagi T-K3 – Low flow activation rate, link up to 4 units in conjunction for increased hot water flow, extra long vent pipe applications (50 feet with 5 elbows). Expect around 4.1 GPM at a 40 degree temperature rise. Does qualify for NRCan audit rebates of 300$ plus.
- T-K4 Takagi is a new tankless that can be installed indoors and out, designed for easy venting and lots of hot water production. The T-K4 can produce up to 8 GPM, impressive for a tankless water heater. Built in power venting system.
Give us a call for a Request a Free Quote on a Takagi tankless for your home. Or you can fill out this Quick Form and we can contact you regarding a new tankless.
Ontario Grants, Rebates a Tankless and Energy Audit
Nov 2nd
Ontario Grants For Water Heating
- Gas — hot water heater up to $375
- Solar — hot water system $1,250
- Ontario water heater rebates — Get Government of Canada ecoENERGY grants and rebates of up to $1,250 for a new hot water heater. Click here
Hot water heater grants for your home
Take advantage of Government of Canada grants for replacement hot water heater systems:
- Canada ecoENERGY — Homeowners can get up to $1,250 in grants from the Canadian government for a new hot water system. The Government of Canada grants up to $5,000 for home energy renovations through the ecoENERGY Retrofit – Homes program, which is in effect until March 31, 2012. Click here for more
Remember not to long ago I talked about how a tankless could be combined with a solar thermal water heater? Well BAM! here are some rebates the Government is offereing that reduce the cost for both the tankless and the solar heater. I wouldn’t expect these to last too long (in fact, around April 2012 is when I would expect to offer to be removed).
Energy Audit Rebates are Back
Sep 12th
The New Audit program is back!
The Ontario Home Energy Audit Program is an energy conservation program offered by the Government of Ontario. A representative can visit and show you how and where your home loses energy. The best part is that the Government of Ontario will pay 50% of your Home Energy Audit (up to $150).
Benefits of a Home Audit.
- Reduce your annual energy bill by up to 30%; potentially saving hundreds of dollars each year
- Improve your home’s re-sale value
- Make your home more comfortable year round
- Do your part to reduce the emissions you produce
- Have unlimited hot water with a tankless and still reduce your energy consumption
Grants For Tankless Are Ending In Ontario
Mar 3rd
The grant money available to home owners that switch from a regular conventional tank to the newer tankless system will disappear on MARCH 31st 2011.
This a great program that the Government has in place to help home owners offset the cost associated with upgrading old heating, cooling, insulation and various other systems within a home. Upgrading old conventional tank type water heaters was one of the major targeted areas that saw huge grants to promote the removal of these systems. A tankless system is designed to have a lifespan of over 20 years, where as a tank will be lucky to last 12-15 years. The efficiency comparison between a storage tank system and a tankless is roughly around the 40% mark. Yes a tankless will be more expensive but it will save you money, and even though that money is hard to see a tankless systems is a proven money saver. ![]()
You Have Never Had An Eco Energy Audit
If your living in Ontario and just hearing about this program now your OK you can still participate you just need to act fast visit home eco energy audit to book an audit as soon as possible the auditor will explain everything you need to know.
- Get your first audit
- Upgrade your home (furnace, tankless, windows insulation, as much or a little as you choose)
- Have a second audit preformed to confirm upgrades
- Wait for rebate money from the Government (usually takes a while, as we all know how fast they work)
You Have Had Your First Audit
If you know about the program and have had your first audit completed and maybe a few upgrades on your come installed, you have until the end of the month to get the final audit and receive your grant money.
- The second audit is cheap and you will receive all your rebates for all upgrades
- You can go with any auditing company to do the second audit (they all have access to your first audit details and info) Home Eco Energy Audits is a good Toronto based company that has auditors all over Ontario.
- You only have until March 31 to finish this last audit or you lose out.
This is a Win Win program for all Canadian and Ontario citizens, the Government is helping you pay for new HVAC equipment for your home and you never need to pay them back for it.. DEAL
Rental or Leasing Tankless
Nov 8th
Tankless Technology
Tankless water heaters use the latest in electronics and gas burning technology to provide an endless supply of hot water. Heating water only when it’s needed provides energy savings not found with conventional storage tanks water heaters.
How Expensive?
This new technology is more expensive than conventional tanks and can prohibitive for home owners to purchase. You should know that there are options available to ease this transition. Renting or leasing a tankless can help you overcome the cost barrier and there is still the option to purchase the unit at the end of 10 years (the length of most contracts).
Rental Tankless
You are still eligible for rebates and Government incentives when renting a tankless and if anything goes wrong the unit its completely covered while renting. A rental tankless price will fluctuate from home to home as venting and piping requirements are always different…. So just fill out the quick form below and find out for free how much you can save.
Navien Rebates
Oct 19th
Navien Tankless water heaters are available for rebates sponsored by the Ontario Government. These cash incentives have been put in place to help convince you the home owner the switch to a more efficient home water heating system. Newer technology comes with higher costs and these rebates help to offset the cost of a tankless water heater.![]()
So you have decided to go for a Navien tankless water heater, how much can you expect to get back?
Navien Tankless Rebates
- Navien CC-210A – $375
- Navien CC-240A- $375
- Navien CR-180- $375
- Navien CR-180A- $375
- Navien CR-210- $375
- Navien CR-210A- $375
- Navien CC-180A- $375
- Navien CC-210- $375
- Navien CC-240- $375
- Navien CR-240- $375
- Navien CR-240A- $375
- Navien NR-180- $375
- Navien NR-180A- $375
- Navien NR-210- $375
- Navien NR-210A- $375
- Navien NR-240- $375
- Navien NR-240A- $375
Basically all Navien Tankless Water heaters are eligible for the $375 Grant as the they are all condensing units.
Navien makes the most efficient tankless available on the market but be cautious and make sure you are getting a good new generation unit as the old versions had and still have MANY issues (see issues here).
Don’t forget rental tankless systems are still eligible for rebates.
Brampton Tankless
Sep 28th
Are you living in Brampton and and interested in getting a tankless water heater? There are a lot of factors to consider and your best bet is to have a professional come out and assess your particular situation.
- A tankless has very specific venting requirement and each brand has its own set of rules.
- As a tankless consumes a lot of natural gas you may not be able to use your existing gas line.
- Prices vary from dealer to dealer quite a lot so it pays to get several quotes.
- Renting the tankless is an option and you still get Government rebates.
- All this info is free.
If your a Brampton resident looking for a tankless water heater then send us a quick email and we can call you back and set up a free consultation. Or at the very least we can answer any questions you have over the phone.
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