If you're a homeowner in Nova Scotia, there are several rebate programs to help you install energy-efficient heat pumps, reduce heating costs, and improve home comfort. Here’s an overview of the options, including how to get started steps:

1. Efficiency Nova Scotia Programs:

• Home Energy Assessment Program:
• A detailed assessment identifies energy-saving opportunities in your home.
• Rebates: Up to $5,000 for qualifying upgrades, including heat pumps.
• How to Apply: Schedule a $199 Home Energy Assessment here.

• Heating System Rebates:
• Rebates up to $1,600 for eligible heat pump installations.
• Applies to installations completed within the past 180 days.

2.  Oil to Heat Pump Affordability (OHPA) Program:

• Provides funding of up to $15,000 for low- and middle-income households to transition from oil heating to electric heat pumps.
• Funding covers installation, equipment, electrical upgrades, and oil tank decommissioning.
• Eligibility: Homeowners heating with oil as of January 2023 and meeting income criteria.
• For more information, please go here.

3.  Heating Assistance Rebate Program (HARP)

• Offers a $600 rebate per household to help with heating costs.
• Application Period: October 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025.
• How to Apply: Visit the HARP application page.

4.  Canada Greener Homes Initiative

• A federal program offering grants of up to $5,000 for energy-efficient home retrofits, including heat pumps.
• Requires a pre- and post-retrofit energy evaluation.
• Learn more about the process here.

5.  Free Heat Pumps for Low-Income Households

• Provides free heat pumps and necessary electrical upgrades for eligible low-income homeowners.
• Funded as part of Nova Scotia’s $140-million investment in sustainable energy.
• Eligibility: Apply through the HomeWarming program.

6. Additional Support for Middle-Income Households

• Nova Scotia offers enhanced rebates for middle-income households to transition to energy-efficient heating systems.
• Details are available through Efficiency Nova Scotia.

How to Get Started

1. Check Your Eligibility: Review the program details and ensure you meet the criteria.
2. Book an Energy Assessment: Visit Efficiency Nova Scotia to schedule an evaluation if required.
3. Complete Upgrades: Work with qualified contractors for installation. On Track HVAC provides quality heat pump installation services in Pictou County and surrounding areas, including Truro and Antigonish.
   
4. Submit Applications: Follow the instructions provided for each program to claim your rebate.

These programs make heat pumps more affordable while helping Nova Scotians reduce energy bills and carbon footprints. Explore the resources above and start saving today! Please let us know if you have any questions about the process. We would be happy to help.