BC & Alberta · Home electrification
The driveway went electric.
Make the house match.
Heat pumps. Home charging. Electrical capacity. Plan them together, see a ballpark cost, then request quotes from local contractors.
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One home. A joined-up plan.
Better comfort starts with the whole picture.
Your next charger and your next heating system share the same electrical service. Explore both before deciding whether you need load management, a panel upgrade or a larger service.
A 100-amp service does not automatically mean a 200-amp upgrade. Start with an electrical assessment.
From “what will it cost?” to a useful conversation.
01 / Learn
Understand the choices
Read practical guides on equipment, electrical readiness and rebate rules.
02 / Ballpark
Plan your budget
Get a range before sharing contact details. Prices are estimates, never guarantees.
03 / Match
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All homeowner guides →EV Chargers / Electrical Readiness
Do You Need a Panel Upgrade for an EV Charger?
Not automatically. A home’s service rating alone does not settle the question. Before deciding on an upgrade, have an electrical contractor assess the existing demand and the equipment you plan to add. BC Hydro identifies load management as one possible alternative to increasing service capacity. BC Hydro electrical-capacity guidance
Updated 2026-09-16
Rebates & Incentives
BC Heat Pump Rebates: What to Check Before Requesting Quotes
Start with eligibility, not the largest advertised rebate. Better Homes BC’s Energy Savings Program requirements currently identify rules for invoices dated on or after July 6, 2026. Programme conditions can change, so use the official requirements that apply to your project. Energy Savings Program requirements
Updated 2026-09-16
Rebates & Incentives
BC Heat Pump Rebates in 2026: Check Eligibility Before Stacking
Do not add advertised programme maximums together. Check your eligibility and overlapping-funding rules before treating assistance as part of your budget.
Updated 2026-09-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Retrofit Network?
- An independent Canadian directory and quote-matching marketplace for home retrofits in British Columbia and Alberta. We are not retrofitcanada.com and are not affiliated with government programmes, utilities or manufacturers.
- Is it free for homeowners?
- Yes. Browse guides, use the planning estimator and request contractor quotes without a homeowner fee or account.
- How does matching work?
- With your explicit consent, we review your project and may share it with up to 3 contractors serving your area. Matches and contractor responses depend on availability; submitting a request does not book a visit.
- Where do you operate?
- British Columbia and Alberta only, with a focus on Metro Vancouver and Calgary.
- Are rebates guaranteed?
- No. Verify current eligibility, funding, equipment and application deadlines directly with the official programme before committing to work.
- Are listed contractors endorsed?
- No. Listings are not endorsements. Check licences, insurance, programme registration where applicable and references before hiring. Payment does not buy verification or an organic ranking.
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