What Does An Energy Audit Cost In BC?
In BC, a pre-renovation EnerGuide energy audit cost typically ranges from $500 to $600, with a post-retrofit audit costing the same or less at $400 to $600. Airtight fees are: Pre $600, and Post $600; These costs will vary based on your location, home size, complexity, experience, and the service provider you choose. The source is a survey of Energy Advisors on Vancouver Island who are CACEA members, registered with the Home Performance Contractor Network, and in business for 5 years or more.
“The median cost for a pre-renovation EnerGuide evaluation on Vancouver Island was $586 in September 2025.”
“The cost range for a stand-alone CSA F280-12 Heat Loss/Gain report was $400-600”
– EA Fact Check
Evaluation Cost Factors
- There will be an upcharge for a Gulf Island Ferry, and for driving times over an hour;
- Home Size and Complexity: Larger homes can take 50% to 200% longer to measure and model;
- Service Organization: The “SO” have their own hidden fees included as part of the Energy Advisor service;
- Additional Services: Requesting a F280 Heat Loss report for a Heat Pump rebate will increase the cost.
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What Does An Energy Advisor Do?
Airtight Energy Advisors does a comprehensive evaluation of insulation, air leaks, HVAC efficiency, and thermal performance to suggest cost effective improvements for comfort and energy savings. It starts with collecting the details of all the elements that contribute to your home’s heat loss and gain, such as the effective R-value for wall assemblies, windows, doors, foundation, attic, and heating systems.
Energy Advisor Duties
- Perform home assessments: The advisor visits your residence to gather information, including conducting a blower door test to identify air leaks.
- Collect data: They evaluate insulation in walls, ceilings, and basements, and document details about windows, exterior doors, and all heating, cooling, and water heating systems.
- Utilize simulation software: The collected data is input into energy simulation software to determine the home’s EnerGuide rating.
- Give recommendations: The advisor delivers a report containing specific, prioritized suggestions for energy-efficient upgrades customized for your home.
- Provide additional services: Energy advisors can also support new construction projects by offering energy modelling and helping ensure compliance with building regulations such as the BC Energy Step Code. Airtight Energy Advisors are trained to conduct a Heat Pump Sizing service that is required in BC for rebates.
How long does an Energy Audit Take?
It takes about one-hour for two expert Advisors, elsewhere it is 2-3 hours for one rookie to do everything. The homeowner needs to be present, and can do any personal activities during the evaluation.
How can I book a time online?
You can easily complete our form in about 4 minutes. Simply click the green button at the top-right on this page and tell Airtight about your house.
How do I Prepare for a Home Energy Audit?
- Close all windows tight. Open all curtains and raise any blinds.
- Clean out any wood ash if a fireplace is installed. Do not light a wood fire the evening before the evaluation.
- Find your property tax notice for inspection.
- Complete the Airtight Booking form.
What to Expect After the Evaluation?
Airtight will take the data collected about your home to complete the energy modeling and create three reports that are emailed 1 or 2-weeks later.
- EnerGuide Label that rates the current baseline annual energy use;
- Home Owner Information Sheet (HOIS) reveals how your home uses energy and ranks where energy loss is greatest;
- Renovation Upgrade Report (RUR) identifies the suggested priority upgrades to consider and put them in context with how much energy can be saved, plus other improvements.
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