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Renewable technology might seem challenging, but it is really no more complicated than other home improvements. Let's begin step by step.

1. Getting started
2. Decide the cost
3. Electricity or heating
4. After the installation

1. Getting started

It's always smart to research your options.

Which technologies suit your home, your style
Ask people you know who have installed renewable technologies
Energy Assessment before the installation is optional. However, some government discounts and rebates require the assessment before any home improvements.

How does the residential energy assessment service work?

	A.	A detailed energy evaluation of your home will be carried out by a licensed energy advisor.
	B.	The blower door test will be performed to find air leaks in your house.


	C.	An Energy Efficiency Evaluation Report will be provided, which shows where your energy dollars are being spent and what you can do to improve your home's energy efficiency.
	D.	An Energy Efficiency Rating Label that shows you how energy efficient your home is compared with others in your region.
		Top arrow indicates the current rating. Bottom arrow shows rating after complete all implements recommended in the report.

Energy Efficiency Rating

The residential energy assessment service is available across Canada through a network of licensed organizations. Simply call them to make an appointment.

Note that the residential energy assessment service is not a pre-purchase home inspection. This service deals specifically with energy efficiency. If you are concerned about the general condition of your home, energy advisors will recommend that you call a home inspector.

2. Decide the cost of Home Improvement

Which technology to use
What size of the system to install
Which installer and products to use
How much for the installation and products
Is there government discounts and rebates available

3. Electricity or Heating

Electricity: is your home connected to the National Grid? You can sell your electricity or store it for later use.

Heating: is your current heating system compatible with the solar hot water installation? It is more affortable than solar panels, since the government provides many incentives.

4. After your installation

Please don't forget:

Learn how to use your new system. Consider this as part of the investment. Ask your installer for advices or training session if possible.

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