It’s time to take out your ruler! If you have less than 16 inches of insulation in your attic, you could use more. To minimize heat loss, attic insulation should be between 16” and 19” (in R50-55 range). R60 is required in Labrador.
Insulating your attic or basement is a great investment. takeCHARGE rebates cover 75% of attic and basement insulation and labour costs up to $3,000, and that’s just where the savings start. A properly insulated attic can save you $250† per year, and a properly insulated basement can save you $740† in annual savings.
Just imagine what you could do with $990† in savings…
That’s a new
television!
Or a revamped
wardrobe!
Or a ticket to
somewhere warm!
Insulating your attic and basement is easier than you think. From our online savings calculator, to tips on checking and buying insulation, we’ve got the tools to help you get started.
Savings Calculator
Every home is unique and there’s no one-size-fits-all for calculating energy savings. That’s why we’ve made a calculator to give you an idea of your approximate project costs, savings and payback period when you upgrade your insulation.
Signs You Need More Insulation
Drafty rooms, cold floors, and melting snow and icicles on your roof are all signs you may need a top up. Here’s how you can check for yourself:
Basement (Walls or Ceiling)
Having enough basement insulation is important to maintaining the temperature in your home and keeping it comfortable. Properly insulating your basement can save you over $700† a year. Check out the below chart to find out what R-Value you’ll need:
*Your home and project must meet eligibility requirements.
†Savings and costs vary.
Where to Start
You have checked your insulation levels and realized you need a top up. What’s next? Insulating your attic and basement is easier than you think.
Before you get started, please view our rebate page to ensure your home and project meet eligibility requirements for a takeCHARGE rebate. Once you’ve determined your project is a good fit, you can plan on purchasing the insulation.
All types of CSA-approved insulation with a verifiable R-Value are eligible for a takeCHARGE rebate. Just make sure you meet the required R-Values for your project area, as outlined in the following chart:
These are just some examples of how you can meet the required R-Values, as there are many ways to reach the levels that you need. There are several types of insulation to choose from, outlined in the chart below:
Batt
Spray
Foam
Loose Fill
Blown-In
Still have questions about buying insulation?
Check out the videos at the bottom of this page for more tips.
Thinking About Hiring an Installer?
You may choose to make insulating your attic or basement a DIY project, or you may prefer to hire an installer. If you have chosen spray foam insulation for your project, it must be installed by a participating professional installer to be eligible for a rebate. If you’d like some professional help, we have a list of installers by area here.
In addition to installing insulation, installers can provide the answers you will need to get started—like how much insulation you’ll need and what type works best for your project.
Please remember that takeCHARGE rebates cover the cost of insulation, not labour or other material costs.
Applying for a Rebate
Once you have completed your project, you can apply for a takeCHARGE rebate to cover 75% of insulation material and labour costs up to $1,500 for your attic and $1,500 for your basement.
All the information you’ll need to apply for a rebate can be found here. Stop missing out on savings and get started today.
Rebate Testimonials
“The [takeCHARGE] staff are wonderful and happy to answer any questions you might have.”
Kevin and Barb
Mount Pearl, NL
“I notice less noise from outside, and there's no more draft in our basement.”
Marjorie and Bill
Harbour Main, NL
“Our monthly electricity costs are lower than they've ever been.”
Ian and Natalie
Shoal Harbour, NL