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Saturday, September 22, 2007

Canadians save money with the federal ecoENERGY program

Canadians who have an energy audit before they start renovating are eligible for federal government grants offered through Natural Resources Canada. For example, they could get up to $600 for installing an HRV (heat recovery ventilation) system, or up to $1000 for upgrading basement insulation. Complete details of the program and a downloadable brochure are available at this link: http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/personal/retrofit-homes/retrofit-qualify-grant.cfm?attr=4

Contact local heating and cooling specialists or home renovation contractors to participate in the program. They will arrange for a Certified Energy Advisor to perform specialized tests and procedures on your home in order to assess your current energy loss factors. Based on this information, they will draw up a proposal for energy-efficient renovations or “retrofits” to improve your home’s energy profile and derive the highest benefit from the government grant program for your specific application.

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