Pre-Retrofit Multi-Unit Building Assessment (two units) - Asphodel Norwood, Cavan Monaghan, Curve Lake, Douro-Dummer, Hastings, Hiawatha, Otonabee S. Monaghan, Selwyn

NOTE: Book this assessment if the building you want evaluated consists of two separate apartments, separated by a common area or with two separate entrances, and if it is located in Asphodel Norwood, Cavan Monaghan, Curve Lake, Douro-Dummer, Hastings, Hiawatha, Otonabee S. Monaghan or Selwyn. Contact the Home Energy Help Desk at 705-536-9943 or through the contact form at greenup.on.ca/home-energy to confirm if your building is considered multi-unit. 

A home energy assessment is an evaluation of the efficiency of your building. It will help you identify areas where you could improve energy efficiency — for example, by sealing air leaks or adding insulation. Your assessment report will identify a range of improvements you can make to increase your comfort, health, and energy savings! 

Note that booking a pre-retrofit assessment does not automatically qualify you for rebate or incentive programs. 

If your home consists of two distinct "zones" (i.e. it is not possible to access all areas of the building by entering through a single door), then a two-zone blower door test will be required, and an additional $75 fee will apply. 

If your home is between 3000 and 4000 square feet, a $75 fee will apply. If it is over 4000 square feet, the additional fee is $150. 

For your primary residence, you may be eligible for the interest-free Canada Greener Homes Loan to support your retrofits. See this link for eligibility details.

If you have already completed a pre-retrofit assessment, and your upgrades, then you should book a post-retrofit assessment. Contact the Home Energy Help Desk at 705-536-9943 or email the contact form on our website at greenup.on.ca/home-energy. 

A home energy assessment looks at:  

• Air leaks and drafts  
  
• Indoor air quality  
• Insulation levels 
• HVAC equipment (= heating, ventilation, and air conditioning)
• And much more!  

Before you book, please note these requirements for an energy assessment:

• Your home cannot be under any renovations at the time of the assessment (i.e. drywall, insulation, windows, siding, cabinets, heating/cooling systems, etc.). All exterior openings must be sealed (windows, doors, fireplace dampers, crawlspace, attic hatches, etc.).
• Your home must be in habitable condition.
  
• The energy advisor must have access to the entire building, including both apartments. 
• Have your property tax bill and roll number ready for your advisor.
• Be sure to clear access to all areas and mechanical systems of the home (including the attic and crawlspace)
• If applicable, sweep your fireplace and close dampers to avoid soot from being drawn into your home. Do not have a fire within 24 hours of your assessment.
• Homes that do not meet the above requirements upon the arrival of the Registered Energy Advisor will not be provided with an assessment and will receive only a 50% refund.

CANCELLATION POLICY: Appointments cancelled with at least 48 hours notice will receive a refund, minus a $50 cancellation fee. Appointments may be rescheduled without a fee with at least 48 hours notice. Appointments cancelled with less than 48 hours notice, or homes that do not meet the requirements for audits at time of appointment will receive a 50% refund.

If you are unsure if your home meets the eligibility we are here to help!

If you have questions, please call the GreenUP Home Energy Helpdesk at 705-536-9943.