How much you get
Heat pump dryer
Induction cooktop / range
Washer
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
These are no-assessment-required rebates — no home energy audit is needed to claim them, unlike the larger structural upgrades in the deeper retrofit tier.
Which appliance to prioritize
Kingston's downtown and Queen's-adjacent neighbourhoods are full of 19th-century limestone homes where retrofitting anything through solid stone walls is a real cost. That's where the $200 heat pump dryer rebate earns its keep, since many models don't need an exterior vent at all, avoiding the job of cutting through original stone or masonry. The honest downside: a heat pump dryer typically takes longer per load, often well over two hours for a full mixed wash, so plan your laundry day around that rather than expecting a quick 45-minute cycle.
If you cook often, the $150 induction rebate is worth planning for, but check your cookware drawer first. Induction heats the pan directly through a magnetic field instead of heating a coil, so it boils water faster and keeps the surface itself cool. The catch: it only works with magnetic cookware, generally cast iron or certain stainless steel, so heirloom aluminum or copper pots common in older Kingston kitchens usually need replacing. Browse induction cooktops at Home Depot → or induction ranges →
A generic ENERGY STAR sticker isn't automatically enough to qualify for a given rebate tier, so verify the exact model against the current qualified list before buying. Browse heat pump dryers at Home Depot → And remember this money is tied to replacing a working electric appliance you already have, not to adding a spare fridge in the garage.
Installers in Kingston
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Common questions
How much are appliance rebates in Kingston?
They range from $25 to $200 depending on the appliance: heat pump dryer $200, induction cooktop/range $150, washer $75, fridge $50, freezer $50, dishwasher $25.
Do I need a home energy assessment for appliance rebates in Kingston?
No. Appliance rebates are part of the no-assessment-required tier of the Home Renovation Savings Program, along with heat pump, solar, battery, attic insulation, and smart thermostat rebates.
Do Kingston's limestone heritage homes need special work to add a heat pump dryer?
Sometimes, but often less than you'd think. Many of Kingston's limestone homes near downtown and the Queen's campus have thick original stone walls that make cutting a new dryer vent a real job. A heat pump dryer that doesn't need an exterior vent avoids that problem, though a licensed electrician should still confirm the home's older wiring can handle the new circuit before you buy.
Your utility: Utilities Kingston
Utilities Kingston is the local electric utility for Kingston. The appliance rebate above comes from a province-wide program, so which utility bills you doesn't change what you qualify for. Where it can matter: Utilities Kingston is who to contact about your home's electrical service capacity if your installer flags an upgrade, and who bills the electricity your new equipment uses once it's running. Some utilities layer their own incentive on top of the province rebate — worth a quick call to Utilities Kingston to ask directly.
Next steps
View all Kingston rebate programs → or check the official Home Renovation Savings Program site → for the current source of truth.