REBATES
Insulation Rebates
Upgrading your insulation doesn’t just improve comfort and lower energy bills — it can also qualify you for valuable rebates. Across British Columbia, homeowners can take advantage of programs offered by FortisBC, BC Hydro, and the CleanBC Better Homes Program, as well as federal incentives through the Canada Greener Homes Initiative. These rebates are designed to encourage energy efficiency by helping offset the cost of adding new insulation or upgrading existing areas of your home.
In Most Cases
In most cases, rebates are based on two main factors: the area of the home being insulated (attic, exterior walls, basement, crawlspace, etc.) and the increase in R-value (the measure of insulation’s thermal performance). The greater the upgrade, the higher the rebate amount. For example, topping up attic insulation may qualify for hundreds of dollars back, while fully upgrading exterior walls or basements can return thousands. Many programs also offer bonus rebates when multiple upgrades are completed at once, making it even more affordable to take on a bigger project.
The CleanBC
The CleanBC Better Homes program often “stacks” on top of FortisBC and BC Hydro rebates, giving homeowners even more financial support. In addition, income-qualified households can receive enhanced rebates that cover a much larger portion of upgrade costs, reducing out-of-pocket expenses significantly. Federally, the Canada Greener Homes Grant provides up to $5,000 for insulation and other energy-saving retrofits, while the Canada Greener Homes Loan offers interest-free financing of up to $40,000, repayable over ten years.
Selkirk Stay Up to Date
At Selkirk Insulators, we stay up to date on all available rebate opportunities so our clients don’t have to. We help ensure your insulation upgrades are installed to program standards and guide you through the application process, so you can maximize your savings while improving the efficiency and comfort of your home. From spray foam and batt & poly to blown-in cellulose or fiberglass, our work not only pays off in lower energy costs but also puts money back in your pocket through rebates.
Explore the Three Rebate Categories
CleanBC Better Homes Rebates
This provincial program builds on top of the FortisBC and BC Hydro rebates, making energy efficiency more affordable for all homeowners in BC. In addition, income-qualified households can receive enhanced rebates that cover a much greater portion — sometimes nearly all — of the cost of their insulation project.
Provincial & Utility
Rebates
These rebates are offered by FortisBC and BC Hydro and are available to most BC homeowners who heat their homes with natural gas or electricity. They apply to upgrades in key areas like attics, walls, crawlspaces, and basements, and reward you based on the size of the upgrade and the R-value added.
Federal Rebates &
Loans
Through the Canada Greener Homes Initiative, all Canadian homeowners can apply for grants of up to $5,000 and an interest-free loan of up to $40,000 to help fund insulation and other energy upgrades. To qualify, an EnerGuide home evaluation is required to confirm which upgrades are most effective and eligible.