Upgrade from Fossil Fuel Heating to a Heat Pump and Save Thousands
Get up to $13,000 in Rebates for Switching from Fossil Fuel Like Oil to a Heat Pump.
If you're still using an oil furnace for heating, now is the perfect time to upgrade to a high-efficiency heat pump and start saving. The Government of Canada and British Columbia are offering rebates of up to $13,000 to help homeowners like you switch to a cleaner, more cost-effective heating system.
By making the switch, you can:
✔ lower your heating costs by up to $1,300 per year
✔ eliminate reliance on expensive oil deliveries
✔ enjoy year-round comfort with both heating and cooling
✔ reduce your carbon footprint and make your home more energy-efficient
Why Upgrade from Fossil Fuel Heating to a Heat Pump?
Fossil Fuel Heating is Expensive
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Heating oil prices are volatile, making it difficult to predict energy costs.
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Oil furnaces require regular maintenance and fuel deliveries.
Fossil Fuel Heating is Less Efficient
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Oil furnaces waste energy and cost more to operate than modern heat pumps.
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Heat pumps use clean, renewable electricity and are up to 300% more efficient.
Energy & Cost Savings
Cooling is included, modern heat pumps provide air conditioning for summer comfort at no extra cost.
Fossil Fuel Heating is Bad for the Environment
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Oil furnaces emit greenhouse gases, contributing to climate change.
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Heat pumps run on BC’s clean hydroelectricity, reducing your home’s carbon footprint.
How Much Can You Save?
Upgrading to a heat pump can significantly lower your heating costs. Here’s a comparison:
Heating System | Annual Energy Cost | Cooling in Summer? |
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Oil Furnace | $2,500 – $3,500+ | ⤉ High |
High-efficiency Heat Pump | $800 – $1,200 | ⤈ Low |
Homeowners switching from oi heating save an average of $1,300 per year!
Available Rebates for Switching from Fossil Fuel to a Heat Pump
The Fossil Fuel to Heat Pump Affordability Program and CleanBC Better Homes Rebates provide significant financial support to homeowners upgrading from an oil or gas furnace to a heat pump.
Rebate Breakdown
Rebate Program | Amount |
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Federal Greener Homes Loan Program | Up to $40,000, 10 years, no interest |
CleanBC Better Homes Energy Savings Program (Provincial) | Up to $13,000 |
Electrical Service Upgrade Rebate (if needed) | Up to $5,000 |
Total Potential Rebates: Up to $18,000!
Am I Eligible for these Rebates?
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You own a home in British Columbia
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Your current heating system is fossil fuel (furnace or boiler)
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You are switching to a qualifying heat pump system
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The installation is done by a certified contractor
No energy assessment required; just apply, install, and save!
Please note: Rebates are always changing, so be sure to check with us for any changes to the rebate program.
