BC Hydro | Get up to $4,000 for Installing A Heat Pump

BC Hydro Is Offering Up to $4,000 Back When You Switch to a Heat Pump

If you’re still heating your home with electric baseboards or an old electric furnace, BC Hydro will pay you up to $4,000 to replace it with a high-efficiency heat pump. This isn’t a future program — the money is available now, but only while funding lasts. Here’s everything you need to know, and how to make sure you don’t leave a dollar on the table.

What BC Hydro Is Offering

BC Hydro’s Home Renovation Rebate Program offers two tiers of heat pump rebates for eligible BC homeowners:

$4,000 for a whole-home heat pump that meets 100% of your home’s heating requirements at –5°C
$1,500 for a partial-home heat pump that meets at least 50% of your home’s heating requirements
Up to $2,000 bonus if you complete more than one eligible upgrade at the same time (e.g., combining a heat pump with insulation or other energy upgrades)

Beyond the rebate, heat pumps are significantly more efficient than electric resistance heating — so you’ll also see lower monthly energy bills long after the rebate cheque clears.

Who Qualifies

To receive the rebate, your installation must meet BC Hydro’s eligibility requirements:

Your current primary heating system must be all-electric (electric baseboards, electric furnace, etc.)
The heat pump must have a variable-speed compressor and meet minimum efficiency ratings (HSPF2 ≥ 8.5, SEER2 ≥ 15.2)
The equipment must appear on BC Hydro’s rebate-eligible heat pump list and the NEEP Cold Climate list
Homes over 1,200 sq. ft. must install a multi-split or central system
The installation must be completed by a certified Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) member — self-installations and non-certified contractors are not eligible

That last point is critical. Most HVAC companies in the Lower Mainland are not HPCN-certified. If your contractor doesn’t hold this designation, your rebate application will be rejected — no matter how well the system was installed.

Why Most Homeowners Miss Out on Their Full Rebate

The rebate program has strict technical requirements beyond simply buying a qualifying heat pump. A proper heat load calculation (CSA F280-12) must be performed to correctly size the system, and the full report must be submitted with your application. Errors in sizing or documentation are the most common reasons rebate applications are denied or reduced.

This is where working with a certified, experienced contractor makes all the difference.

Why TEK Climate Is the Right Partner for This

TEK Climate is one of the select few HPCN-certified contractors in the Lower Mainland — the mandatory certification that unlocks your BC Hydro rebate eligibility. We’ve helped homeowners claim over $6 million in government HVAC rebates over the past decade, averaging 100 installations per year.

Here’s what sets us apart from other HVAC companies:

Certified rebate specialists — We handle the heat load calculations, paperwork, and application process so you don’t have to navigate BC Hydro’s requirements on your own
Dual brand expertise — As both a Lennox Premier Authorized Dealer and a Mitsubishi MEQ Certified Dealer, we recommend the right system for your home — not just whatever a single brand offers
Honest, upfront pricing — No surprises, no hidden fees. You get a clear quote before any work begins
First-year performance guarantee — If your new heat pump doesn’t perform as expected within the first year, we make it right
10-year labour warranty with first-year maintenance included
25 years of industry experience serving homeowners across the Lower Mainland

Unlike large corporate HVAC chains, we’re a local, family-owned business — your neighbors — with a 4.8-star average customer rating built on referrals and repeat clients.

How the Process Works

Working with TEK Climate to claim your BC Hydro rebate is straightforward:

Free in-home consultation and quote — We assess your home, review your current heating system, and recommend the right heat pump with a clear, no-obligation quote
Heat load calculation — Our certified team performs the CSA F280-12 calculation required by BC Hydro to qualify for the $4,000 whole-home rebate tier
Professional installation — Certified technicians install your system to BC Hydro’s standards, including correct wiring, thermostat setup, and airflow balancing
Rebate application support — We prepare and submit all required documentation on your behalf within the six-month application window
System walkthrough and ongoing support — We show you how everything works, assist with warranty registration, and stay available after the job is done

Don’t Wait — Funding Is Limited

BC Hydro’s rebate program is funded by a partnership between the Government of BC, BC Hydro, and FortisBC. Rebate amounts are subject to change, and funds are available only while the budget lasts. Homeowners who act now lock in current rebate amounts before any adjustments.

Get your free, no-obligation quote from TEK Climate today. Our team will confirm your eligibility, calculate the exact rebate you qualify for, and give you a clear price — so you know exactly what you’re getting before committing to anything.