Guide · Updated April 2026

Home Renovation Savings Program: The Complete Ontario Guide

Ontario's biggest home energy rebate program in 2026, explained in plain English. Two paths, all amounts, and the correct order so you don't lose your rebate.

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What it is

The Home Renovation Savings Program launched January 28, 2025, replacing the previous HER+ program. It's delivered by Enbridge Gas and Save on Energy (IESO) with support from the Government of Ontario. The program is part of a $10.9 billion investment in energy efficiency.

Two paths — this is where people get confused

The program offers two ways to get rebates. Choosing the wrong one — or doing things in the wrong order — is how rebates get rejected.

Path 1: Single upgrades

No energy assessment required

• Heat pump (air-source or ground)
• Solar panels + battery storage
• Smart thermostat
• Attic insulation (standalone, up to $1,000)

Best for: targeted upgrades

Path 2: Bundle & save

Energy assessment required, min 2 upgrades

• Insulation (up to $7,700 combined)
• Windows & doors ($100/opening)
• Air sealing (up to $250)
• Heat pump water heater ($500)

Best for: deeper renovations

Critical rule: If you choose the bundled path, do NOT start any work before completing the pre-retrofit energy assessment. This is the #1 reason rebates get rejected.

All rebate amounts at a glance

Upgrade	Amount	Path
Heat pump (air-source)	Up to $7,500	Single
Heat pump (ground source)	Up to $12,000	Single
Insulation (combined)	Up to $7,700	Bundled
Attic insulation (standalone)	$1,000	Single
Windows & doors	$100/opening	Bundled
Air sealing	Up to $250	Bundled
HP water heater	$500	Bundled
Solar + battery	Up to $10,000	Single
Smart thermostat	$75	Single
OHPA (oil homes)	Up to $15,000	Federal

Heat pump rates vary by heating source. Gas: $500/ton. Non-gas: $1,250/ton. Source: homerenovationsavings.ca

Who is eligible

You qualify if you:

• Own a detached, semi-detached, townhouse, row house, or mobile home (permanent foundation)
• Home has been occupied for at least 6 months
• Heat with Enbridge Gas, or are connected to Ontario's electricity grid (oil, propane, wood, electric)
• Have NOT already received Greener Homes Grant or HER+ rebates

Not eligible: condos, apartments, stacked townhomes, new builds, Cornwall Electric customers (unless on Enbridge Gas).

Common rejection reasons

Starting work before pre-retrofit assessment (bundled path)

Selecting only 1 upgrade on the bundled path (need minimum 2)

Installing a heat pump not on NRCan's approved list

Using windows/doors that aren't ENERGY STAR® certified

Missing invoices or model numbers in documentation

Not completing post-assessment within 180 days of pre-assessment

Using a contractor not registered with HRS

Frequently asked questions

What is the Home Renovation Savings Program?▼

A provincial rebate program delivered by Enbridge Gas and Save on Energy (IESO), supported by the Government of Ontario. It offers rebates for energy-efficient home upgrades including heat pumps, insulation, windows, doors, air sealing, solar panels, battery storage, and smart thermostats.

What's the difference between the single and bundled path?▼

The single upgrade path lets you install one upgrade (like a heat pump or smart thermostat) without an energy assessment. The bundled path requires a pre- and post-retrofit energy assessment but lets you combine multiple upgrades (insulation + windows + air sealing) for higher total rebates.

How much can I get total?▼

Maximum rebates range from $75 (smart thermostat only) to over $17,000 (oil home with heat pump + OHPA). Most homeowners receive between $1,500 and $7,500 depending on their heating source and chosen upgrades.

Is the program still accepting applications in 2026?▼

Yes. The program has been confirmed through November 2026. However, the terms state it can end at any time. Previous programs (Greener Homes, GreenON) were closed suddenly.

Who delivers the program?▼

Enbridge Gas (for gas customers) and Save on Energy/IESO (for electrically heated homes), with support from the Ontario Government. It replaced the previous Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) program.

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Source: homerenovationsavings.ca, saveonenergy.ca, enbridgegas.com. Verified April 2026. ClaimRebate.ca is independent and not affiliated with the Government of Ontario.