Retrofit Assist with LEEP10

Deep Energy Retrofits

Special Offer for Homeowners in Invermere, Windermere, Radium and Wilmer

Upgrading your home’s energy efficiency is a big undertaking. Retrofit Assist offers free and knowledgeable support from start to finish of your home energy retrofit.

And now, homeowners in Inveremere, Windermere, Radium and Wilmer can access an exclusive line of support to complete a deep energy retrofit.

Find out how you can grab one of ten spots in Retrofit Assist with LEEP10.

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A deep energy retrofit reduces a home’s energy needs by at least 50%. It requires enhancing the building envelope, electrifying mechanical systems, and potentially adding solar generation.

Participating in Retrofit Assist with LEEP10 will put two coordinated teams at your service, so you can complete a deep energy retrofit in record time.

Here’s how the process works.

1. APPLY

Applications for Retrofit Assist with LEEP10 are due March 31, 2025.

After an onboarding call, you can decide whether to participate in standard Retrofit Assist, or you can follow the LEEP10 deep energy retrofit process. If that’s you, read on…

2. EXPLORE POSSIBILITIES

Working with Retrofit Assist and a registered Energy Advisor, you will get to understand your needs and priorities and the possibilities for getting your home to net-zero energy.

On top of the $99 EnerGuide home energy evaluation standard to Retrofit Assist, you will also receive:

  • Electrical assessment
  • Solar generation assessment
  • Heating and cooling assessment
  • Fresh air circulation testing
  • Radon testing

That’s a $12,000 value you’ll receive for only $99+tax!

3. BUILD A ROADMAP

Working with thinkBright Homes, you will develop an integrated retrofit plan tailored to your priorities, budget and timelines. This will include a range of quotes from Retrofit Assist Authorized Contractors.

The Retrofit Assist team will also help line up the rebate possibilities and explain how you can finance up to $105,000 to support the recommended retrofits.

4. LET US DO THE WORK

Once you have decided which retrofits to complete, thinkBright Homes will coordinate all the retrofits and contractors. You will benefit from their expertise as Energy Star certified builders, and maximize efficiency and potential for volume purchasing.

5. ENJOY!

All Retrofit Assist with LEEP10 deep energy retrofits are scheduled to complete between July–Dec. 2025. So you can look forward to a more comfortable and climate-friendly home just around the corner!

Let's Get Started
Ready to take the first step? Apply for free and get started today!
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Thank you to our funders:

City Green LEEP Trial Homes

Canadian Home Builders Association
Toward Net Zero Retrofits

Questions?

If there is anything you are wondering about, please check the FAQ to see if we have an answer for you already. You can also try out the chat option at the lower right.
Frequently Asked Questions
And feel free to reach out directly to Retrofit Assist staff at any time. We'll respond as soon as we can during business hours.

Advancing LEEP10's Climate Goals

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Retrofit Assist is just one way LEEP10 is acting to accomplish these important goals.

thinkBright Homes is owned and operated by Meredith Hamstead and Paul Denchuk of Invermere, BC.

Each has over 25 years of professional experience, Paul in civil engineering and carpentry, Meredith in environmental design and project management. Together, they lead a team building homes that are made to last a lifetime.

Eligibility

Retrofit Assist

  • Home in Regional District of East Kootenay (or other participating municipality).
  • Detached house, duplex, townhouse, or mobile home on permanent foundation.
  • Existing building, not new construction.

With LEEP10

  • Home in Windermere, Invermere, Wilmer or Radium
  • Single-family home or townhome at least 10 years old
  • No major retrofits in last 5 years
  • Year-round primary residence (not a vacation home)

Upcoming Events

Understanding and Managing Your Home’s Electrical Load
November 13, 2024 @ 6:00 pm
Online Webinar
Energy retrofits often call for electrical service upsizing for heat pumps and other appliances. But service upgrades are not always necessary. Learn proven strategies and review case studies so you…
Heat Pumps: Everything you need to know for your home
December 4, 2024 @ 6:00 pm
Online Webinar
HVAC consultant and expert Rob Pope will give an introduction to the basics and benefits of air source heat pumps with ample time for discussion and questions.
East Kootenay Home Retrofit Fair
March 1 @ 12:00 pm
College of the Rockies
If you’re hoping to reduce your energy consumption and improve the efficiency of your home this year, the East Kootenay Home Retrofit Fair is an event for you. The Retrofit…
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Frequently Asked Questions

You probably already have lots of questions. What does an Energy Advisor do? What is a building envelope and what can you do to improve yours? What kinds of homes have already gone through the program ahead of you?

Learn all about these questions and more on our FAQ page.
Frequently Asked Questions

Latest Resources

Retrofit Assist Participants Can Now Save over $500 on EnerGuide Evaluations 
For a limited time, Retrofit Assist is able to subsidize pre and post EnerGuide Evaluations for participants. The pre-retrofit evaluation is just $99 +tax (a savings of over $500), and…
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Improve your home with these simple building envelope upgrades
When it comes to improving your home’s energy efficiency, the building envelope is a really important place to start. By upgrading your wall and attic insulation, windows and doors– your…
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Seal the Deal: why air sealing is the easiest home improvement
Older homes are leaky. Instead of heating and cooling the outdoors, you can use simple approaches to find drafts and seal them up. Your hard work will pay off with…
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Upcoming Events

Introduction to Retrofit Assist (Friends of Wildsight)
March 20 @ 5:00 pm
Online Webinar
Homeowners in the East Kootenay can learn more about Retrofit Assist in this webinar hosted in partnership with Wildsight. Staff from the Community Energy Association will give an overview of…
Introduction to Retrofit Assist (Transition Kamloops)
April 3 @ 7:00 pm
Online Webinar
Homeowners in Kamloops can learn more about Retrofit Assist in this webinar hosted in partnership with Transition Kamloops. Staff from the Community Energy Association will give an overview of the…
Intro to Retrofit Assist with Q&A
April 10 @ 6:00 pm
Curious to know how Retrofit Assist can help you get a more comfortable, energy-efficient home? Join this webinar for an introduction to the program, and to ask your questions directly…
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