Planning Your Retrofits
Looking to retrofit your home? We’ve got you covered with helpful resources, tips, and tricks to ensure your retrofit goes as smoothly as possible.
To ensure a successful home retrofit, it’s important to plan and communicate your goals and priorities to your retrofit professionals. In addition, there are many opportunities and technologies available to improve the energy efficiency of your home.
Here are some tips to make your next home retrofit more energy-efficient:
- Identify your goals and set a budget
- Check for rebates from Enbridge Gas or the Federal Government before starting your project
- Use non-toxic, low VOC products and sustainably harvested wood products
- Consider upgrades that will make your home more resilient to extreme weather conditions caused by climate change
- Get recommendations from trusted friends, family or neighbours when choosing a contractor or renovator
- Interview potential contractors and get at least two written quotes before making a decision
- Schedule an EnerGuide home evaluation with a registered energy advisor to learn about your home’s energy usage and how to improve it
- Take before-and-after pictures to document your journey