Quick answer: The Home Renovation Savings Program is Ontario’s main home energy rebate, run by Enbridge Gas and Save on Energy. Its bundle path pays up to $7,700 for insulation, $600 toward a home energy assessment and up to $250 for air sealing when you complete two or more upgrades. Total rebates can reach about $5,000 for gas-heated homes and up to $10,000 for electrically heated homes. It is currently scheduled to run until March 31, 2027.
Updated November 2026
On this page
- Key takeaways
- 6 upgrades that earn the most in the bundle path
- How the bundle path works
- Full insulation rebate table (bundle path)
- Key numbers
- Which path pays more for you?
- Step-by-step: claiming the bundle path
- Checklist before you start
- example
- Framework: 3 questions to pick your path
- Frequently asked questions
- Get help with your rebate
Key takeaways
- Two paths: a standalone attic path (up to $1,250, no assessment) and a bundle path (bigger rebates, assessment required).
- The bundle path needs a registered energy advisor to assess your home before any work starts.
- Exterior walls (up to $3,600) and basement walls (up to $1,500) are among the biggest insulation rebates.
- Amounts can change, and the program can end early.
6 upgrades that earn the most in the bundle path
- Exterior wall insulation — up to $3,600. For older homes with little or no wall insulation. Often done with dense-pack cellulose.
- Attic insulation — up to $1,500. From R-12 or less to at least R-50.
- Basement wall insulation — up to $1,500. Adding more than R-22 to the full basement wall.
- Crawl space ceiling — up to $1,200. Adding more than R-24 across the crawl space ceiling.
- Basement slab — up to $500. Insulating at least half the slab.
- Air sealing — up to $250. Reaching your air-change target on the final blower door test. See attic air sealing.
How the bundle path works
The program pays fixed amounts per upgrade. A registered energy advisor visits your home, runs a blower door test and writes a report with upgrade targets. You complete at least two eligible upgrades. The advisor comes back, tests again and submits your file.
The important rule: anything installed before your first assessment does not count. Book the assessment first.
Full insulation rebate table (bundle path)
| Upgrade | Requirement | Rebate |
|---|---|---|
| Attic | R-12 or less → at least R-50 | $1,500 |
| Attic | Above R-12 to R-25 → at least R-50 | $1,200 |
| Exterior wall | Add more than R-20 to 100% of wall area | $3,600 |
| Exterior wall | Add more than R-12 up to R-20 | $2,100 |
| Exterior wall | Add R-7.5 to R-12 | $1,200 |
| Basement wall | Add more than R-22 to 100% of area | $1,500 |
| Basement wall | Add R-10 to R-22 | $900 |
| Basement slab | Insulate 50%+ of slab, at least R-3.5 | $500 |
| Crawl space wall | Add R-10 to R-22 to 100% of exterior wall | $600 |
| Crawl space ceiling | Add more than R-24 to 100% of ceiling | $1,200 |
| Exposed floor | Add at least R-20 | $300 |
| Air sealing | Meet air-change target | $250 |
| Home energy assessment | Pre- and post-work | $600 |
Insulation rebates are capped at $7,700 in total. Source: Home Renovation Savings Program. Amounts can change.
Key numbers
- Program launched January 28, 2025 and was extended twice; it is currently scheduled to end March 31, 2027.
- Walls can account for about 20% of a home’s heat loss, and basements about 20% (Natural Resources Canada).
- Air leakage accounts for about 20–30% of heat lost from an older home (Natural Resources Canada).
- Windows and doors earn $100 per rough opening in the bundle path (Home Renovation Savings Program).
Which path pays more for you?
| Your plan | Attic path | Bundle path | Better choice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attic only, attic at R-12 | Up to $1,250 | Not eligible (needs 2 upgrades) | Attic path |
| Attic + air sealing | Up to $1,250 | Up to $1,500 + $250 + $600 assessment | Bundle path, if you can wait |
| Attic + basement walls | Up to $1,250 (attic only) | Up to $1,500 + $1,500 + $600 | Bundle path |
| Attic + exterior walls | Up to $1,250 (attic only) | Up to $1,500 + $3,600 + $600 | Bundle path |
You cannot claim an attic rebate on both paths.
Step-by-step: claiming the bundle path
- Create your account on the Home Renovation Savings website and choose the assessment path.
- Book a registered energy advisor for your pre-work assessment. Do not start work yet.
- Read your report. It lists eligible upgrades and the targets you need to hit.
- Get quotes that match the targets in the report. We quote to the report’s R-values.
- Complete two or more upgrades.
- Book the post-work assessment. The advisor tests and confirms the upgrades.
- Receive your rebate after the file is approved.
Checklist before you start
- Pre-work energy assessment booked and completed
- Report received with upgrade targets
- At least two eligible upgrades planned
- Contractor quotes list the target R-value for each area
- Invoices will show material, R-value added and area covered
- Post-work assessment booked before the program end date
example
example — not a specific customer.
An electrically heated 1970s side-split in Burlington has an R-20 attic and uninsulated basement walls. The homeowner does an energy assessment, upgrades the attic to R-60, insulates the basement walls to more than R-22, and air seals.
| Item | Rebate |
|---|---|
| Energy assessment | $600 |
| Attic (above R-12 to R-25 → R-50+) | $1,200 |
| Basement wall (more than R-22) | $1,500 |
| Air sealing (target met) | $250 |
| Total | $3,550 |
On the attic-only path, the same attic would have earned up to $1,000.
Framework: 3 questions to pick your path
- How many upgrades will I do in the next 12 months? One → attic path. Two or more → bundle path.
- Can I wait for two assessments? If you need work done this month, the attic path is faster.
- Will the program still be open when my post-assessment is done? Plan to finish well before March 31, 2027.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Home Renovation Savings Program?
It is Ontario’s home energy rebate program, delivered by Enbridge Gas and Save on Energy with support from the Government of Ontario. It replaced the Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate and covers insulation, air sealing, windows, heat pumps and more.
Who qualifies?
Ontario homeowners who heat with Enbridge natural gas, or with electricity, oil, propane or wood on the provincial grid. You must own the home.
How much can I get for insulation?
Up to $7,700 in total insulation rebates on the bundle path, plus $600 toward the energy assessment and $250 for air sealing. The standalone attic path pays up to $1,250 with no assessment.
Do I have to use a specific contractor?
For the standalone attic path, the work must be done by a participating contractor. For the bundle path, the energy advisor verifies the upgrades after they are installed.
When does the program end?
It is currently scheduled to run until March 31, 2027. The program terms allow changes or an early end, so plan ahead.
Can I do the work myself?
Program rules vary by measure and can change. For insulation, most homeowners use a contractor so invoices clearly show the material, R-value and area, which the advisor needs.
Get help with your rebate
We quote to your energy advisor’s targets and give you the invoice details the program needs. Call (647) 250-0606 or book online. See all programs on our rebates page.