Ontario Insulation Rebates 2026 — What London Homeowners Can Claim

Published 2026-03-29  |  London Spray Foam  |  7 min read

London, Ontario homeowners have access to several active rebate and financing programs for insulation upgrades in 2026. The maximum stack — Enbridge HER+ rebates plus the Canada Greener Homes interest-free Loan — can offset $1,000–$3,000+ on a spray foam project, and the Greener Homes Loan effectively lets you finance the entire job at zero interest for 10 years.

Here's what's actually active for London homeowners, what spray foam qualifies for, and how to navigate the application process.

Program Summary: Active in London for 2026

Program Value Status
Enbridge HER+ — Attic Insulation Up to $750 Active
Enbridge HER+ — Basement/Exterior Wall Insulation Up to $1,000 Active
Canada Greener Homes Loan Interest-free loan up to $40,000 Active
Canada Greener Homes Grant Up to $5,000 for insulation Closed Feb 2024
Ontario Renovates (Middlesex County) Up to $25,000 (income-tested) Active — income-gated

Enbridge Home Efficiency Rebate Plus (HER+)

London homes are served by Enbridge Gas for natural gas distribution. If your home uses natural gas for heating — true for most London homes built before 2000 — you qualify for Enbridge's HER+ program.

What spray foam qualifies for under HER+

HER+ rebates are based on insulation type and location, not on spray foam specifically. The rebates are calculated per effective R-value improvement:

HER+ requirements

London-specific note: London is served by Enbridge Gas (formerly Union Gas) — not by Enbridge-branded utilities in other provinces. Make sure you're accessing the Enbridge Gas HER+ program, which covers London and most of Southern Ontario, not the Alberta Enbridge programs that sometimes appear in search results.

Canada Greener Homes Loan

The Canada Greener Homes Loan provides interest-free financing up to $40,000 for qualifying energy efficiency retrofits, repayable over 10 years. Unlike the Greener Homes Grant (which closed in February 2024), the Loan program is still accepting applications.

How the Loan works for insulation

For a $6,000 spray foam rim joist and basement wall project: the Loan effectively costs $600/year for 10 years with zero interest — while you're collecting $400–$800/year in heating savings from day one. This is a financially compelling case even without counting the Enbridge rebate on top.

Ontario Renovates — Middlesex County

Ontario Renovates is an income-tested program delivered through Middlesex County and the City of London. Eligible homeowners can access up to $25,000 in forgivable loans (forgiven over 10 years if you remain in the home) for energy efficiency upgrades including insulation.

Income limits apply — contact Middlesex County Housing at 519-434-7321 or the City of London's housing services for current eligibility thresholds. This program is specifically designed for lower-income homeowners and the funding is limited; apply early in the year.

How to Stack Programs for Maximum London Savings

1
Get an EnerGuide evaluation — required for both HER+ and the Greener Homes Loan. One evaluation qualifies you for both programs. Cost: $150–$400, offset by rebates.
2
Identify all qualifying measures — attic air sealing + insulation, rim joists, basement walls. Multiple measures in one project maximize total rebate value.
3
Apply for Greener Homes Loan pre-approval before work starts. The Loan requires pre-approval; you can't apply retroactively.
4
Complete installation with a qualified contractor — both programs require professional installation and contractor documentation.
5
Complete post-installation evaluation — required for both HER+ and the Loan to confirm improvements. Your energy advisor schedules this.
6
Submit rebate claims and Loan documentation — both can be submitted within the same post-installation window. HER+ rebate is direct reimbursement; Loan is disbursed separately.

What's the ROI Without Rebates? The Case for Spray Foam in London

London falls in Ontario Climate Zone 6. Gas heating is the dominant system in London's older housing stock. In this context, spray foam ROI in specific applications stands on its own even before rebates:

Rim Joist Spray Foam — Typical London Pre-1960s Home

$800–$1,800 installed

Heating cost reduction: $300–$600/year. Payback: 3–6 years. With Enbridge HER+ rebate: potentially 2–4 years. Permanent — doesn't degrade or settle.

Basement Wall Spray Foam — London Block Foundation Home

$2,500–$5,500 installed

Heating cost reduction: $400–$900/year. Payback: 5–10 years. With rebate stacking: 4–7 years. Also dramatically reduces basement humidity, improving air quality and reducing mold risk.

Attic Air Seal + Blown-In — London Pre-1980s Home

$2,000–$4,500 installed

Heating cost reduction: $500–$1,200/year. Payback: 3–7 years. Highest-volume retrofit in London. HER+ rebate up to $750 brings payback closer to 3–4 years.

Natural gas context: London's natural gas rates are delivered by Enbridge Gas (Union Gas distribution territory). Current natural gas prices make insulation paybacks more favourable than they were when gas was cheaper — energy efficiency retrofits offer real protection against future rate increases.

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