What home energy rebate can Markham homeowners access? Markham homeowners can access the Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) program—up to $10,000 in rebates for retrofits like insulation, windows and doors, heat pumps, and renewable energy systems, plus an additional $600 toward the required EnerGuide home evaluation. It is one of the most valuable and least-known incentives available to Markham owners.
There is a home improvement rebate worth up to $10,000 available to Markham homeowners—and most have never heard of it. It is not flashy, but for anyone planning to upgrade insulation, windows, or heating, it is real money left on the table. Michael John Lau and Neeraj Moolchandani break down the incentive worth knowing about.
Rebate programs, amounts, and eligibility change, and can pause or close. Everything below reflects the program as described through Markham's home energy resources, but confirm current terms directly through the City of Markham's home energy retrofit resources and the program administrator before making decisions.
What the HER+ Program Offers
The Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) program provides rebates to Ontario homeowners—Markham residents included—for completing home energy retrofits. Eligible retrofits typically include home insulation, windows and doors, heat pumps, and renewable energy systems—the upgrades that improve a home's building shell and energy systems, lowering heating and energy bills, improving comfort, and reducing emissions.
How the Process Works
| Step | Action Required | Key Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Pre-Retrofit Evaluation | Book an EnerGuide home evaluation with a certified energy advisor. | Must be completed before starting work. Program offers up to $600 to offset cost. Identifies where heat is lost and which upgrades deliver most benefit. |
| 2. Complete Retrofits | Complete qualifying upgrades based on advisor's recommendations. | Insulation, windows, heat pumps, etc. Must meet program specifications for eligible rebate amounts. |
| 3. Post-Retrofit Evaluation | Schedule follow-up EnerGuide evaluation to verify improvements. | Confirms energy performance gains. Required to unlock rebate payment. |
| 4. Submit Claim | Submit documentation per program administrator requirements. | Doing work out of sequence can jeopardize eligibility. Confirm current steps before beginning. |
Two More Markham Resources Worth Knowing
- Free Personalized Heat-Loss Map: In partnership with Enbridge Gas and MyHEAT, Markham residents can access a free, personalized heat-loss map of their home—showing where it could benefit from more insulation or air sealing, with no home visit required. Enter your address on the MyHEAT tool to get started. It is a no-cost first step to understanding your home's energy weak points.
- The Greenprint & Sustainability Programs: Markham's broader sustainability plan, the Greenprint, supports the city's environmental goals, and the City points homeowners toward home energy programs as part of it. Note: the Markham Environmental Sustainability Fund is aimed at community groups, associations, and schools—not individual homeowner retrofits—so HER+ is the relevant program for most owners.
Why This Matters — Beyond the Rebate
The value here is twofold. First, the direct savings: up to $10,000 in rebates plus lower ongoing energy bills is meaningful money. Second, and often overlooked, energy-efficiency upgrades can enhance a home's appeal and value. Buyers increasingly notice efficiency—lower operating costs, comfort, modern systems—and improvements like a heat pump, better insulation, and new windows contribute to the condition and quality that support a home's value.
A retrofit funded partly by rebates can be a genuinely smart investment for a homeowner planning to stay or eventually sell. Michael John Lau’s CPA/CMA background brings a financial lens to these decisions, helping owners understand not just programs like HER+, but how improvements affect a home's long-term value and eventual sale.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What home energy rebates are available in Markham?
Markham homeowners can access the Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) program—up to $10,000 for retrofits like insulation, windows, doors, heat pumps, and renewable energy, plus up to $600 toward the required EnerGuide evaluation. Confirm current terms with the City of Markham and the program administrator, as programs change.
Do I need an energy audit to get the rebate?
Yes. An EnerGuide home evaluation by a certified energy advisor is required, and it generally must be completed before you start retrofit work. The program offers up to $600 to offset the evaluation cost. Doing work out of sequence can affect eligibility—confirm the current steps first.
Does Markham have a green roof rebate?
No. The green/eco-roof incentive is a City of Toronto program, not a Markham program. Markham homeowners should look to the Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+) program for energy retrofit rebates. Always verify current programs directly with the City of Markham.
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