What is available?
CleanBC Better Homes currently uses income, existing fuel, equipment type and location to determine rebates. Published 2026 maximums can reach five figures for qualifying systems, with northern top-ups in some cases.
Eligibility details matter
Check the exact product list, household/property rules, existing heating fuel, contractor requirements, invoice dates and application deadlines. Rebates should be treated as conditional until verified. Read our national heat pump rebate funding analysis for the new federal programme's announced amounts, funding scenarios and unresolved eligibility rules.
How to use a rebate in cost comparisons
Compare the gross installed quote first, then subtract only incentives you are confident you qualify for. This makes it easier to compare contractors without hiding a high equipment price behind an optimistic rebate assumption.
Programme source to verify: CleanBC Better Homes. See our source policy.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate are online heat pump cost estimates?
They are useful for budgeting but cannot account for a home’s measured heating load, duct condition, electrical service, installation access, equipment pairing and contractor pricing. Treat them as planning ranges, then compare written local quotes.
Should I choose a heat pump by square footage?
No. Square footage can help create a rough planning estimate, but equipment capacity should be selected from a recognized heating and cooling load calculation such as CSA F280.
Do rebates reduce the contractor quote upfront?
It depends on the programme. Some incentives are point-of-sale or contractor-administered, while others require applications or documentation. Confirm current programme rules before signing a contract.
Compare heat pump estimates for your home
Use our planning calculator first, then compare local installation quotes based on your home, heating system and location.
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