As of January 28th, 2025, Ontario homeowners have a new opportunity to reduce their energy bills while improving the comfort of their homes. The provincial government has launched the Home Renovation Savings Program, offering up to $8,900 in rebates for insulation upgrades and other energy efficiency improvements.
If you’re in the Ottawa area, Panda Insulation is here to help you take advantage of these savings while creating a more energy-efficient and comfortable home.
What Is the Home Renovation Savings Program?
This program is part of Ontario’s continued commitment to improving energy efficiency and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. Homeowners can receive significant rebates for upgrading insulation, sealing air leaks, and investing in other energy-saving upgrades such as high-efficiency windows and doors.
By participating, you’ll not only reduce your monthly utility bills but also increase your home’s value and make a positive impact on the environment.
Rebates Available for Insulation
Under the program, rebates cover insulation improvements for various areas of your home, including:
- Attics: Keep heat from escaping and reduce energy loss.
- Walls: Enhance thermal performance and improve year-round comfort.
- Basements and Crawlspaces: Reduce drafts and make your lower levels more livable.
Depending on the insulation upgrades you choose, you could receive rebates of up to $8,900, making it more affordable than ever to invest in energy efficiency.
Why Insulation Matters
Proper insulation is one of the most effective ways to reduce energy waste in your home. With Ottawa’s cold winters and humid summers, effective insulation ensures:
- Lower Energy Bills: Keep heat in during the winter and out during the summer.
- Improved Comfort: Say goodbye to drafty rooms and uneven temperatures.
- Environmental Benefits: Reduce your home’s carbon footprint by using less energy.
Panda Insulation specializes in all types of home insulation, from spray foam to blown-in attic insulation. Whether you’re building a new home, upgrading outdated insulation, or topping up existing insulation to meet modern standards, we’ve got you covered.
How to Get Started
- Book an Energy Audit: A certified energy auditor will assess your home’s current energy efficiency and identify eligible upgrades. Panda Insulation partners with Natural Resources Canada-approved energy auditors and offers discounted energy audits to help you start the process.
- Choose Your Upgrades: Focus on insulation improvements for the biggest impact on energy savings and rebates.
- Work with Panda Insulation: Our expert team will handle the installation, ensuring your upgrades are completed efficiently and meet program standards.
- Claim Your Rebates: After your upgrades are complete, your energy auditor will submit the necessary paperwork to process your rebate.
FAQs
The program is open to all Ontario homeowners, including those in Ottawa, who complete eligible energy efficiency upgrades. Homes must undergo a pre- and post-upgrade energy audit to qualify for rebates.
Rebates are available for attic, wall, basement, and crawlspace insulation. The amount varies based on the type and extent of the upgrade.
Yes! Many homeowners may be able to combine the Home Renovation Savings Program rebates with other provincial or federal incentives for even greater savings.
The timeline depends on the scheduling of your energy audits and the scope of your upgrades. Panda Insulation works quickly and efficiently to minimize disruptions and complete your project on time.
We’re an Ottawa-based company with expertise in all types of residential insulation. Our team is committed to quality, efficiency, and helping you save money through energy efficiency programs like this one.
Additionally, we are partnered with a Natural Resources Canada-certified energy auditor that can help streamline the process of getting approved for rebates.
Don’t miss out on these generous rebates—upgrading your insulation has never been more affordable or impactful. Contact Panda Insulation today for a free consultation and learn how we can help you unlock the full potential of the Home Renovation Savings Program.
