How much you get
Heat pump clothes dryer
Induction cooktop / range
Washing machine
Fridge
Freezer
Dishwasher
You must be replacing an existing electric appliance with a new (not used or refurbished) unit, and be a residential customer connected to Ontario's electricity grid.
Which appliance to prioritize
Windsor's housing stock leans heavily postwar, built up quickly for auto-plant workers in neighbourhoods like Riverside and South Windsor, and a lot of those bungalows have a laundry corner tucked into the basement with no easy exterior wall nearby. That's a strong case for the $200 heat pump dryer rebate, since many models don't need an outdoor vent because they condense moisture internally rather than exhausting hot air outside. Be honest about the tradeoff: cycles run noticeably longer, often over two hours for a full load.
If you cook regularly, the $150 induction rebate is worth planning around, but check your cookware first. Induction heats the pan directly through a magnetic field instead of heating an element, so it boils water faster and the surface itself stays cool. The catch: it only works with magnetic cookware, generally cast iron or certain stainless steel, so an older aluminum or copper set common in a lot of Windsor's established neighbourhoods usually needs replacing too. Browse induction cooktops at Home Depot → or induction ranges →
Check the current qualified products list before buying, since a basic ENERGY STAR label doesn't guarantee a model clears this specific rebate tier. Browse heat pump dryers at Home Depot → And be clear-eyed about what this pays for: replacing an electric appliance already in your home, not upgrading one that still works fine.
How to claim it
- Purchase an eligible appliance from any retailer
- Install the new appliance and properly dispose of the old one
- Upload your receipt within 60 days of purchase through the online application system
Appliance installers in Windsor
Real companies based in Windsor, pulled from their current Google reviews. We're not paid to list anyone here.
Common questions
Are appliance rebates available in Windsor?
Some Ontario utilities run seasonal rebate programs for ENERGY STAR fridges, washers, and dryers. These come and go, so check what's currently active in Windsor.
What appliances save the most on Ontario bills?
Fridges and clothes dryers running around the clock tend to have the biggest impact — an ENERGY STAR upgrade on either can meaningfully cut your electricity bill.
Are Windsor's older postwar homes a good fit for a heat pump dryer?
Often yes. Windsor's housing stock includes a large share of postwar bungalows built for auto-plant workers in neighbourhoods like Riverside and South Windsor, many with laundry in a small basement corner. A heat pump dryer that skips the exterior vent avoids cutting new ductwork through an older foundation wall, though an electrician should still confirm the circuit can handle it.
Your utility: Enwin Utilities
Enwin Utilities is the local electric utility for Windsor. 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: Enwin Utilities 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 Enwin Utilities to ask directly.
Next steps
View all Windsor rebate programs → or check the official Home Renovation Savings Program site → for the current source of truth.