Want to switch from oil to electricity? Tran Climatisation presents the subsidies and financial assistance programs available for converting oil heating systems to electric heating systems. Don’t hesitate to contact us for more information!

Oil-to-electric conversion: what subsidies are available?

With the new laws concerning oil-fired heating appliances in force since 2021, seize the opportunity to convert your current oil-fired heating system to a more efficient electric heating system. However, considering the work involved, the initial cost of converting to an electric system can be daunting, and may even put a damper on your project.

However, we do have subsidy solutions available from the Quebec and Canadian governments to help offset some of the conversion costs. 

Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program

In November 2022, the federal government launched a subsidy to support middle- and low-income households wishing to replace their oil heating system. This initiative is also linked to the Canadian Green Home Program.

As an accredited contractor, Tran Climatisation offers you the possibility of obtaining the subsidy for Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program, which can amount to up to $5,000. 

 

Work covered by this subsidy

• Electrical and mechanical upgrades required for the new low-temperature air-source heat pump.
• Safe removal of your oil tank (not done by our company).
• Installation of an electric auxiliary heating system, if required.
• Replacement of other oil-using domestic equipment, such as water heaters, if necessary.

Note that hybrid low-temperature air-source heat pumps (combining ducted central heat pumps with a furnace running on oil, gas or propane) are not eligible under the Affordable Oil-to-Heat Pump Affordability Program. Be sure to check the list of heat pump models eligible for the program.

Eligible properties’ features

• No more than three stories above grade.
• Must not exceed 600 m2 in area.
• Must be designed for year-round occupancy.

Properties eligible for the financing program

• Single-family and semi-detached homes
• Townhouses and row houses
• Mobile homes (on a permanent foundation)
• Permanently moored floating homes
• Low-rise multi-unit residential buildings 
• Multi-use buildings (residential portion only)

Before applying, we invite you to consult the eligibility criteria page of the Oil to Heat Pump Affordability Program.

Documents required to apply

• Proof of principal residence
• Proof of home ownership
• Heating oil bills
• Quotes from selected contractor(s)
• Your social insurance number

Chauffez Vert subsidy program

The Quebec government’s Chauffez Vert program encourages the replacement of oil-fired heating systems with more environmentally-friendly solutions. This includes all systems using fossil fuels, with the exception of natural gas. The program offers subsidies ranging from $250 to $1275. 

This assistance is available to owners of single-family homes and multi-unit residential buildings, subject to certain conditions.In addition, major changes will be introduced concerning heat pumps, affecting subsidies for their installation or replacement.

• Financial assistance is no longer a fixed amount.
• It will vary according to the winter heating capacity of the system installed.
• The higher the capacity of the heat pump, the greater the financial assistance.
• The financial assistance is $50 for each thousand BTU of heating at -8°C, replacing the fixed amount of $650 currently offered.

Which renewable energies are eligible?

• Electricity
• Geothermal
• Aerothermal (heat pump) – (Consult the list of heat pump models eligible for the program)

What work is eligible for the Chauffez Vert program?

• Installation or replacement of an eligible heat pump
• Replacement of an oil- or propane-fired central heating system with one powered by an eligible renewable energy source, such as electricity
• Replacement of an oil- or propane-fired water heater with one powered by an eligible renewable energy source, such as electricity
• Converting a natural gas heating system to a dual-energy system

What types of residences are eligible?

• Single-family residences (detached, semi-detached, row house or mobile home)
• Duplexes
• Triplex;
• Multi-unit residential building (maximum of 3 storeys and 600 m² in area).

Efficient Heat Pumps Subsidy

Tran Climatisation is proud to offer you the brand-new “Efficient Heat Pumps” subsidy program offered since February 2021 by Hydro-Québec. This program encourages the purchase and use of heat pumps. This subsidy covers only the work surrounding your heat pump, not the removal of your oil furnace.

Before starting any work, it’s important to make sure that you and your new heat pump meet the eligibility criteria. Once your eligible heat pump has been installed, you have 6 months to apply for financial assistance.

Amount of financial assistance

The financial assistance provided by the subsidy varies according to the system’s winter heating capacity. You receive $50 per thousand BTU/h of heating at -8°C. For example, a heat pump rated at 10,000 BTU/h at -8°C will receive a $500 subsidy, while a heat pump rated at 20,000 BTU/h at -8°C will receive a $1,000 subsidy.

What kind of work is financed by Hydro-Québec?

Installation or replacement of a heat pump that uses renewable energy.

Cliquez ici pour les conditions d’admissibilité : https://www.hydroquebec.com/data/residentiel/mieux-consommer/pdf/guide-thermopompes-fr.pdf

Click here for eligibility requirements

• Proof of home ownership
• Proof of appliance purchase and installation
• Photo of the label on each indoor and outdoor unit

The Tran Climatisation team at your service!

In addition to its usual services (sales, consulting, installation), Tran Climatisation can provide most of the services required to convert your heating system

• In-home assessment of your needs and request for quotation
• Electrical and mechanical upgrades required for your electric heating system (heat pump, electric furnace, fan coil unit)
• Professional installation of your electric heating system

Please note that our company does not remove your oil tank. There are many companies that perform this service safely.

Any questions?

If you have any questions about subsidies for converting from oil to electric, our prices, our services or for a quotation, we invite you to contact us. Our team works everywhere in Laval, Montreal’s South Shore, and the Greater Montreal area.