Honest, no-hype guides

Straight answers about BC home energy rebates.

No sales pitch. Real numbers, common mistakes, and what to watch for before you sign anything.

Straight talk

Is the BC Hydro Solar Rebate Actually Worth It? We Ran the Numbers

A skeptical, honest look at solar payback periods in BC with the BC Hydro rebate factored in — including when …

Common mistake

Why Your Neighbor's Tesla Powerwall Got Zero Rebate

Tesla Powerwall isn't on BC Hydro's approved battery list. Here's what that actually costs you, and which batt…

Time-sensitive

BC Hydro Rebate Deadlines in 2026: What Changes and When

HPCN installer certification becomes mandatory June 1, 2026. Rate schedules change July 1, 2026. Here is what …

Buyer’s guide

I Got 3 Solar Quotes in Kelowna — Here’s Why They Were $8,000 Apart

Solar and battery quotes for the same BC home can vary by thousands of dollars. Here is exactly what drives th…

Common question

Do Heat Pumps Actually Work in a BC Winter?

The most common heat pump objection in BC is cold-weather performance. Here is how cold-climate heat pumps (cc…

Program explainer

The BC Hydro Peak Saver Program Explained (What They Don't Advertise)

Peak Saver sounds like BC Hydro controlling your battery. Here is exactly what it does, what it pays, and how …

Real numbers

How Much Does a Home Battery Actually Save You During a Power Outage?

A realistic breakdown of what a home battery keeps running during a BC power outage, and how that compares to …

Clear this up first

FortisBC vs. BC Hydro: Why Your Rebate Options Are Completely Different

Not sure which utility you have? Here is how to check, and why it completely changes which BC home energy reba…

Worked example

Can You Stack the BC Hydro Rebate With Canada Greener Homes? A Real Example

BC homeowners can often combine BC Hydro Power Smart 2.0 with the federal Canada Greener Homes program. Here i…

Buyer protection

Red Flags When Choosing a Solar Installer in BC

The most common complaints BC homeowners have about solar installers, and how to spot the warning signs before…