If you’re thinking about applying to a free energy-saving program but still feel unsure, you’re not alone. We get asked all the time whether these programs are real, whether they actually help save money, or whether there’s a catch.
Here are two great programs we deliver that you might qualify for:
- Energy Affordability Program from Save on Energy
- Home Winterproofing Program from Enbridge Gas
The good news? These programs are totally legit! Both programs are fully funded home energy retrofit programs for income-eligible Ontarians. They’re designed to help you lower your energy bills and make your home more comfortable. And best of all – there’s no cost to you.
EnviroCentre Affordability is the only authorized delivery partner of the Save on Energy: Energy Affordability Program and Enbridge Gas Home Winterproofing Program in Eastern Ontario. We can help households with postal codes starting with “K.”
What to expect, step by step
Step 1: Check your eligibility
Applying is easy! You won’t need to dig through piles of paperwork. Just fill out our quick form to get started.
Step 2: A quick screening call
After you apply, someone from our team will give you a call. We’ll ask a few simple questions to confirm your eligibility and match you with the right program for your home. It’s fast, we’re friendly, and we’re here to help guide you through the process.
Step 3: Your in-home energy assessment
If you qualify, we’ll schedule a home visit with a Registered Energy Advisor. Here’s what happens during the visit:
- You’ll sign a few forms, and we’ll check your documents to confirm eligibility.
- With your permission, the advisor may install free upgrades such as LED light bulbs, efficient showerheads, faucet aerators, and even a clothes drying rack.
- They’ll ask about your appliances and how you use energy at home. You’ll get tips to help you save even more.
- The advisor will check the age and efficiency of your appliances, and in some cases, look for drafts and measure insulation.
- They’ll take photos of different parts of your home and appliances to help us figure out what upgrades you would benefit from the most.
Step 4: After the visit
After the assessment, our team will review everything to see if your home qualifies for more upgrades, like new appliances or insulation.
If you qualify, we’ll contact you with the results and walk you through the next steps for professional installation through our trusted contractors. You can choose to accept or decline any upgrades that we offer, it’s totally up to you.
Why you can trust us
We get it – free programs can sound too good to be true. That’s why we’ll never show up at your home without an appointment or ask for any form of payment.
These programs are fully funded by Ontario’s energy utilities and the federal government:
- Save on Energy (through the Independent Electricity System Operator)
- Enbridge Gas
- And Natural Resources Canada
They were created to help people like you save energy and stay comfortable all year. So far, we’ve helped over 18,000 households in Eastern Ontario get free energy saving upgrades, and yours could be next!
Ready to get started?
Want to find out if you qualify and take the first step to saving energy at home?
Check your eligibility – it’s free!