CleanBC Heat Pump Rebates 2026: Updated Guide
Heating · 8 min read · 2026-05-22
Discover the latest 2026 CleanBC heat pump rebates. Learn how to maximize your savings, check eligibility, and stack provincial and federal incentives.
Updated October 15, 2026. Official sources checked Oct 15, 2026: CleanBC Energy Savings Program requirements, BC Hydro heat pump rebates and FortisBC dual fuel rebate.
Quick answer: "CleanBC heat pump rebates" now means two different things. Most homeowners use the CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Program, run by BC Hydro and FortisBC, with no income test: up to $4,000 from BC Hydro for replacing electric heat, or up to $4,000 from FortisBC for a dual fuel system that replaces an old gas furnace. Income-qualified homes can use the provincial Energy Savings Program instead, which pays up to $13,000. On July 6, 2026, the province cut some Energy Savings Program heat pump rebates and ended them for Level 2 homes with electric heat.
Want to know which one applies to you? Call 604-343-1985 or book online.
The CleanBC program map for 2026
| Program | Run by | Income test | Heat pump maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate, electric to heat pump | BC Hydro | No | $4,000 whole home, $1,500 partial |
| BC Hydro limited-time bonus | BC Hydro | No | $1,000 whole home, $500 partial, for jobs paid Aug 1 to Oct 31, 2026 |
| BC Hydro community top-up | BC Hydro | No | $4,000 whole home, $1,500 partial, in eligible postal codes |
| Dual fuel heating system rebate | FortisBC | No | $4,000, plus a $300 two-upgrade bonus |
| Energy Savings Program (ESP) | Province of B.C. | Yes, 3 levels | $13,000 (Level 1, gas, propane or oil, central or 3-head) |
| Energy Conservation Assistance Program | BC Hydro and FortisBC | Yes | Free installed upgrades for eligible homes |
All amounts are official maximums and can't be more than your paid invoice. Only one primary heating system rebate is allowed per home across all of these programs.
What changed on July 6, 2026
- ESP heat pump rebates for homes heated with oil, propane or natural gas were reduced at every income level. The top amount for a central ducted or 3-head system is now $13,000 (Level 1), $7,000 (Level 2) and $3,500 (Level 3).
- ESP heat pump rebates for electric-heated homes at Income Level 2 ended. Electric-heated homes can still get up to $5,000, but only at Level 1.
- Eligibility codes issued on or after July 6 are valid for 3 months from approval. After that you must apply again.
- Insulation and window and door rebates in ESP also changed. BC Hydro and FortisBC still offer those under the Home Renovation Rebate.
- Invoices dated on or before July 5, 2026 were reviewed under the old rules, with a short grace period for some July installs that has now passed.
If you read a guide that says ESP pays $16,000 or more for a heat pump, or that Level 2 electric homes qualify, it was written before these changes.
BC Hydro rebate: electric heat to heat pump
If your home is heated with electric baseboards, an electric furnace or radiant electric heat, BC Hydro pays up to $4,000 for a whole home air source heat pump and $1,500 for a partial home system that meets at least 50% of the heat load. Whole home means the heat pump alone keeps the home at 22°C when it's minus 5°C outside, shown with a CSA F280-12 heat load calculation. The heat pump must be on BC Hydro's eligible list and the NEEP cold climate list, installed by an HPCN member, and you apply within 6 months of the invoice. Our BC Hydro heat pump rebate guide covers every rule.
BC Hydro Community-Based Top-Ups
BC Hydro offers a community-based top-up rebate to customers in select postal codes who switch from electric heating to a heat pump: $4,000 for whole home heating or $1,500 for partial home heating, on top of the standard rebate of up to $4,000. Eligible areas include select postal codes in Abbotsford, the Campbell Heights neighbourhood in Surrey, the Northeast Fraser Valley region (Mission to Agassiz), Maple Ridge, Mount Lehman, select neighbourhoods in Vancouver west of Cambie, Port Coquitlam and Burke Mountain, and White Rock. With BC Hydro's limited-time bonus (ends October 31, 2026), total rebates can reach up to $9,000. You'll need a Home Performance Contractor Network member for the installation, and the top-up is added automatically based on the postal code on your application. Check your postal code on BC Hydro's community-based offers page. Request an estimate at budgetheating.ca/contact.
Want the bonus? The job has to be completed, invoiced and paid by October 31, 2026. Call 604-343-1985. Same day service available.
FortisBC dual fuel: gas furnace to heat pump plus furnace
If you heat with FortisBC natural gas and your furnace is at least 15 years old, FortisBC pays up to $4,000 for a dual fuel system: a new central ducted heat pump paired with a new 95% or higher efficiency gas furnace and a connected thermostat. It's for installs completed on or after October 15, 2026. The system must be on the Qualified Dual Fuel Systems List, set to switch to the furnace at 5°C or lower in the Lower Mainland, commissioned on site through the DSMAlly app and installed by a Technical Safety BC licensed gas contractor listed on the HPCN for this rebate. Condos and apartments aren't eligible. See our dual fuel eligibility checklist.
Energy Savings Program: income-qualified homes
ESP rebates are based on household size, combined adult income and home value (up to $1,200,000 assessed for Levels 1 and 2, $1,820,000 for Level 3). For example, a household of four qualifies for Level 1 up to $94,900, Level 2 up to $118,600 and Level 3 up to $189,800. You must pre-register and get an eligibility code before work starts, use an ESP Registered Contractor, and the rebate comes off your invoice.
| Heat pump (home heated with gas or propane) | Level 1 | Level 2 | Level 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central ducted or 3-head multi-split | up to $13,000 | up to $7,000 | up to $3,500 |
| 2-head multi-split or 2 mini-splits | up to $11,000 | up to $5,500 | up to $1,000 |
| Single-head mini-split | up to $5,500 | up to $4,500 | up to $1,000 |
Oil-heated homes get the same top amounts, with higher single-head and Level 3 amounts. Every income limit and amount is in our BC income-qualified heat pump rebate guide.
Every eligibility rule in one table
| Rule | BC Hydro | FortisBC dual fuel | ESP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Current heat | All-electric | Gas furnace at least 15 years old | Gas, propane, oil, electric (Level 1 only) or wood |
| Home type | Primary residence; condos have separate offers | Detached, duplex, triplex, row home, townhouse or mobile home on a foundation, at least 12 months old | Ground-oriented home at least 12 months old; condo units have separate rebates |
| Before work | Nothing needed | Check the contractor and equipment lists | Eligibility code first (valid 3 months) |
| Installer | HPCN member | Licensed gas contractor, HPCN listed for the rebate | ESP Registered Contractor |
| Equipment | BC Hydro eligible list and NEEP | Qualified Dual Fuel Systems List | Qualified Heat Pump Product List |
| Sizing | CSA F280-12 heat load; 100% at minus 5°C for whole home | Program-approved heat load calculation | Sized as the main heat source |
| Deadline | 6 months from invoice; bonus by Nov 30, 2026 | 6 months from paid invoice | Contractor submits within 6 months |
| Combine with other heat rebates? | No. One primary space heating system rebate per home across all programs. | ||
Federal programs in 2026
The Canada Greener Homes Grant is closed; the last day to upload documents was December 31, 2025. The federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program took its last applications on July 31, 2026. There's no federal heat pump grant to stack in BC right now, so be careful with any quote or guide that counts one.
How to claim your rebate in 9 steps
- Name your current heat source, because it decides which program you can use.
- Check your income against the ESP limits. If you're at Level 1 or 2 with gas or oil heat, ESP will usually pay the most.
- Check the dates: BC Hydro's bonus needs payment by October 31, 2026, and FortisBC dual fuel needs the install on or after October 15, 2026.
- Get your ESP code first if you're using ESP. Don't sign for work until you have it.
- Book an in-home assessment with a heat load calculation, panel check and duct check.
- Choose listed equipment for your program, with an AHRI reference that matches every component.
- Use the right installer for your program, and make sure permits are pulled.
- Keep every document: paid invoice with a $0 balance, model numbers, permit number and heat load report.
- Apply on time, within 6 months of the invoice, or by November 30, 2026 for the BC Hydro bonus.
Mistakes that cost homeowners their rebate
- Removing the old system before photos are taken (dual fuel needs photos of the old and new systems on install day)
- Starting an ESP job before the eligibility code arrives, or letting the code expire
- Buying equipment that isn't on the program's list
- Using an installer who isn't listed for the program
- Expecting to combine two heating rebates on one home
- Applying after the 6-month deadline
Plan your upgrade with a local team
Budget Heating & Plumbing Services is family-owned, licensed, bonded and insured, BBB A+ rated, an HPCN member and a FortisBC Trade Ally. Our factory-trained technicians size each system properly, install from the qualified lists and give you the invoice detail each program asks for, with a written warranty and no hidden fees. Financing is available for the part rebates don't cover. See every program side by side in our guide to every BC home rebate, or try the rebate tool.
Call 604-343-1985 or book online. Open 24 hours, with 24/7 emergency service.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much are the CleanBC heat pump rebates for 2026?
Without an income test: up to $4,000 from BC Hydro (electric to heat pump) or up to $4,000 from FortisBC (dual fuel). With an income test, the Energy Savings Program pays up to $13,000 for Level 1 homes heated with gas, propane or oil.
Do I need to use a specific contractor to get the CleanBC rebate?
Yes. BC Hydro and FortisBC rebates need a Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) member, and dual fuel also needs a Technical Safety BC licensed gas contractor listed for that rebate. ESP needs an ESP Registered Contractor. Budget Heating & Plumbing Services is an HPCN member.
Can I stack CleanBC rebates with federal programs?
Not in 2026. The Canada Greener Homes Grant is closed and the federal Oil to Heat Pump Affordability program stopped taking applications on July 31, 2026. Within BC, only one primary heating system rebate is allowed per home.
How long does it take to receive my rebate?
FortisBC says applications can take up to 90 days. For ESP, the rebate comes off your invoice, so you don't wait for a cheque.
Do I need an electrical panel upgrade for a heat pump?
Sometimes. Many older BC homes have 100 amp service. If you're switching from gas, propane or oil through ESP, there's an electrical service upgrade rebate of up to $5,000 (Level 1), $3,500 (Level 2) or $1,500 (Level 3).
What changed in CleanBC rebates on July 6, 2026?
ESP heat pump rebates for gas, propane and oil homes went down at every income level, Level 2 electric-heated homes lost their heat pump rebate, and eligibility codes now last 3 months.
Can I get the BC Hydro bonus and the community top-up together?
Yes. Both are part of the same BC Hydro claim, for up to $9,000 in total on a whole home job completed and paid by October 31, 2026 in an eligible postal code.
Does a condo qualify for CleanBC heat pump rebates?
Condos don't qualify for FortisBC dual fuel or the ground-oriented ESP rebates. BC Hydro has separate condo and apartment offers, and ESP has an electric-heated unit rebate of up to $5,000.