If you're a homeowner in Vancouver, BC, now is the perfect time to upgrade your heating system and take advantage of significant rebates. Eco Pro Heating and Cooling is excited to share the details of a new rebate program designed to help you save money while enhancing your home's comfort and efficiency.
This rebate program offsets the cost of installing a new electric heat pump combined with a new high-efficiency gas furnace. By opting for a dual fuel system, you will benefit from a reliable and efficient heating solution that keeps your home warm on the coldest days and provides cooling on hot days. This system is more than 100% efficient, making it an excellent choice for reducing your home's greenhouse gas emissions.
1. Year-Round Comfort: Enjoy a comfortable home with a heating system that adapts to both winter and summer temperatures.
2. Energy Efficiency: Dual fuel systems are designed to be highly efficient, saving you money on your energy bills.
3. Environmental Impact: By upgrading to a dual fuel system, you contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
The rebate program offers up to $10,000 for eligible dual fuel systems that meet the following criteria:
- SEER ≥ 16; HSPF (Region IV) ≥ 10.00 or SEER2 ≥ 15.20; HSPF2 (Region IV) ≥ 8.50
- Variable speed compressor not required
- Minimum capacity of 12,000 BTU (1 ton)
- Northern Top-Up: An extra $3,000 for homes located north of and including the District of 100 Mile House (latitude 51.628°N).
- Two-Upgrade Bonus: A $300 bonus when you install a dual fuel system and make an additional Home Renovation Rebate upgrade.
- Connected Thermostat: A $150 rebate for installing an eligible connected thermostat.
To qualify for the rebate, your home must:
- Have a residential FortisBC natural gas account.
- Be a year-round primary residence at least 12 months old and be either a single-family, duplex, triplex, row home, townhouse, or mobile home on a permanent foundation.
- Not be new construction, additions, or garage upgrades.
- Submit applications within six months of the paid invoice date.
- Ensure rebates do not exceed the paid cost on the invoice.
For the dual fuel system rebate, the following conditions must be met:
- Invoices must be dated on or after July 1, 2024.
- The system must replace an existing gas furnace that is at least 10 years old.
- It must be a new central ducted air source heat pump integrated with a new compatible high-efficiency gas furnace.
- Installation must be done by a Technical Safety BC licensed gas contractor registered with the Home Performance Contractor Network.
- The system must be listed on the rebate eligible product list and meet specific efficiency and capacity requirements.
- The thermostat and outdoor temperature switch-over control must be set to region-specific temperatures.
- The system must undergo commissioning to ensure proper installation and operation.
1. Purchase an eligible air source heat pump and high-efficiency gas furnace and have them installed by a Technical Safety BC licensed contractor.
2. Complete the application form and submit it within six months of the invoice date along with the following:
- Your FortisBC gas account number
- Your email
- A scanned copy of your paid invoice
- Copy of the heat load calculation
- Copy of the commissioning sheet
- Photos of the two-pipe direct vent system (upon request)
Applications may take up to 90 days to process, so be sure to submit all required documents promptly.
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