Window Rebates: What You Need To Know

Window replacement is a major investment in your home, and it can be costly. If you’re thinking about upgrading to new, energy-efficient windows in BC, government window rebates may be able to help!

Options: BC Window Rebates

There are a number of BC window rebate options for high-performance products when you choose Centra Install Pros – BC homeowners are able to save a grand total of up to $14,000 off their renovation projects. More homeowners can now replace their old windows with new, energy-efficient ones, increasing comfort, minimizing household bills, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Take a look at this helpful breakdown to see how:

• Up to $9,500 through the CleanBC Energy Savings Program or up to $2,000 in regular CleanBC Rebates. This is the main government rebate for windows in BC.
• Up to $40,000 10-Year Interest-Free Loan from the Federal Government.
• Our Centra Savings That Grow Offer, worth up to $4,500.

Put it all together, and there’s never been a better time to pursue your window upgrade!

Securing Window Grants and Loans

BC window rebates may sound too good to be true… so what’s the catch? There are stipulations to accessing the rebates, including factors such as income, home value, home energy consumption, and product performance. Not all products are eligible for window rebates in BC – only the most efficient ones are. It’s extremely important that you ask your manufacturer if the windows and doors you plan to purchase qualify. Windows require a U-Value of 1.22 or under to access most rebates.

The onus is also on the customer to secure window rebates – though that’s not to say we won’t be there to guide and educate you along the way. We pride ourselves on being the Window Experts and will help ensure you get the best products and financial assistance for your home. You can make use of the links above to find out if you’re eligible for the rebate programs or federal loan.

The latest round of CleanBC Rebates through their Energy Savings Program is income-dependent, meaning households earning over a certain amount are ineligible. The income bands are:

In addition, to qualify for the CleanBC Energy Savings Program, your home has to have an assessed value below $1,230,000. Those who do qualify can save up to $9,500 with this rebate alone. For those who don't, there are still significant savings to be had with CleanBC. The federal government’s Greener Homes Loan also requires the homeowner to have an energy assessment undertaken both before and after renovations. It’s worth noting that CleanBC window rebates are not available in the City of Vancouver.

Not all contractors are certified to offer CleanBC rebates. Thankfully, Centra is one of them. The government is also able to change or cancel these rebate programs without notice.

Is Upgrading Windows Worth It?

Definitely. Modern window technology such as LoE coatings makes a bigger difference than most people realize. Our windows at Centra go a long way toward improving your home comfort, keeping you warmer in winter, cooler in summer, and slashing your energy bills down to size. While rebate-qualifying windows and doors may be higher-end products, opting for them will help futureproof your home as energy costs rise and weather becomes more unpredictable.

If you want to book your free consultation or simply have more questions, reach out to the team at info@centra.ca or call 1-888-534-3333. Your sales rep will be a window expert and will be happy to answer any questions you have about rebates, loans, our Centra Offer, or windows in general!

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Have an upcoming window and door project? Reach out to the experts for a free consultation! If you have any questions regarding this topic or anything else to do with windows, contact a local Centra Employee Owner at 1-888-534-3333 or drop us an email at info@centra.ca. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date, and test your window knowledge on LinkedIn.