Should I Apply for the Greener Home Grant?

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Should I Apply for the Greener Home Grant?

Posted On: March 31, 2022

Should I Apply for the Greener Home Grant?

With climate change being the talk of the news, everyone wonders what they can do to help? Some people purchase hybrid vehicles, take public transportation, ride bikes, or walk where they can.


But there is another thing you can do to help, turn your home into a greener home. 


What is a green home? 


A green home, not to be confused with a greenhouse, is a residential home or dwelling that uses materials and utilities to reduce its carbon footprint. 


These ways include:


  • Using reclaimed and sustainable materials
  • Low flow sinks and toilets
  • Energy-efficient appliances, heating, and cooling systems, and lights
  • Smart thermostats
  • Double pan windows
  • Solar panels
  • Low VOC paints and carpets
  • Update insulation, so it's airtight

You can also help by using green compost bins and recycle bins. Green homes are not only suitable for the environment, but they also benefit those who live in them. 


Greener homes have less indoor air pollution, which means your family can breathe easier. They also help reduce the costs of utilities, saving you money that you can use for other investments.  


You can apply for the Greener Home Grant Program if you decide to make your home greener. This grant can help offset some of the costs. Only homes older than six months old can qualify for the Greener Home Grant. 


The types of homes that qualify are:


  • Single and Semi-detached houses
  • Rowhouses
  • Townhomes
  • Permanent mobile homes
  • Permanently moored floating homes
  • Small multi-unit residential buildings, three stories or less, anything more will not qualify.

You must have your home evaluated before applying for the grant. If you are a new homeowner who had an evaluation done by the previous owner, you will need another assessment. Once you have your home evaluated, you can receive a reimbursement for up to $600. 


Once you have qualified for the grant, you can receive a $5,000 reimbursement. This reimbursement includes the cost to replace Air and Cold Climate Heat Pumps. 


At Twintech Heating and Cooling, we are here for all your HVAC needs. Such as updating your furnace and air condition units to more energy-efficient ones. To repair and replace ductwork so that the warm and cold air stays inside. Visit our website or call us at (844)894-6832. We will answer any questions you may have. Contact Twintech Heating and Cooling Today. 


For more information on Greener Homes grant, visit this website: https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/energy-efficiency/homes/canada-greener-homes-grant/23441




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