How it works
In Surrey, this isn't a buy-it-and-claim-it rebate — BC Hydro sends the thermostat free to eligible homes. It's aimed at electric baseboard heat, where a scheduled thermostat cuts the most waste.
No purchase price, no receipt to submit — the thermostat ships once you're approved.
The offer targets baseboard-heated homes specifically, where scheduling has the biggest impact on the bill.
Who qualifies
- You own or rent a home in Surrey that currently heats with electric baseboards
- Your unit doesn't already have a compatible smart thermostat installed
- You're a BC Hydro account holder at the service address
What it doesn't cover
If your Surrey home heats with gas, oil, or a heat pump, this offer isn't available — a smart thermostat there is a retail buy that still pays off through scheduling. Renters on baseboard heat can typically sign up without landlord approval.
How to claim it
- Confirm electric baseboards heat your Surrey home, then run the free rebate assessment to see everything else you qualify for
- Sign up through BC Hydro's electric baseboard thermostat offer
- Install the thermostat yourself, or have your HVAC contractor set it up during another visit
- Set your schedule — lower temperatures overnight and while you're out are where the real savings come from
Find an installer in Surrey
If you're pairing the thermostat with other HVAC work, browse HVAC contractors serving Surrey in our installer directory.
Common questions
How do I get a free smart thermostat in Surrey?
BC Hydro's electric baseboard offer includes a free smart thermostat for eligible Surrey homes, as long as your home currently heats with electric baseboards. BC Hydro ships the thermostat directly once you sign up through their electric baseboard offer — there's no purchase or mail-in receipt required.
Does the Surrey smart thermostat offer work if I heat with gas or a heat pump?
No. This particular free-thermostat offer is tied to electric baseboard heating specifically. If you're on gas, oil, or already have a heat pump, a smart thermostat still helps with scheduling and setbacks, but you'd buy one at retail rather than through this program.
Other rebates in Surrey
Next steps
View all Surrey rebate programs → or check BC Hydro's official site → for the current source of truth.