Doors, Windows & Insulation

Upgrade ID: R-WB-001

Attic insulation reduces heat loss through the attic area of the building envelope. This reduces the load on the heating and/or cooling system.

This upgrade can also improve airtightness.

Effective Useful Life: 20 years

Eligibility Requirements

• Final insulation, including existing and added insulation, must be equal to or greater than R-28.
• Must cover a minimum of 20 per cent of the total attic area.
• Must have a manufacturer’s warranty for a period consistent with the industry standard and not less than one year.
• Must have a warranty provided by the Qualified Contractor for defects in materials and labour for a period of not less than one year.
• City of Edmonton additional eligibility requirements: A minimum of R-50 for the final insulation for attic spaces or R-28 for flat or cathedral ceilings.

Supporting documents required for Project Application Form

• A contractor quote itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade is being installed
  • Insulation brand and type to be installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the existing and new insulation
  • R-value of the existing and new insulation
  • Costs of material and installation.
• Material specification sheet(s) confirming product details.

Supporting documents required for upgrade Completion Form

• A contractor invoice itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade was installed
  • Insulation brand and type installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the new insulation
  • R-value added
  • Installation date
  • Costs of material and installation
• Photos of installed insulation, with R-value marking and thickness measurement clearly visible, before being sealed behind sheeting.

Upgrade ID: R-WB-002

Wall insulation (installed inside an exterior wall cavity or as part of an added structure on the outside of the building) reduces heat loss through the above-grade wall areas of the building envelope. This reduces the load on the heating and/or cooling system.

This upgrade can also improve air tightness.

If exterior home wrap is installed as part of a wall insulation upgrade, the cost of the exterior home wrap can be included as part of this upgrade. Exterior home wrap goes over the sheathing and behind siding, is made of synthetic and lightweight material, and can be both an air and water barrier, increasing energy savings.

Effective Useful Life: 20 years

Eligibility Requirements

• Final insulation, including existing and added insulation, must be equal to or greater than R-21.
• Must cover a minimum of 20 per cent of the total exterior above grade wall area.
• Must be added to above-grade walls separating conditioned and unconditioned space.
• Both cavity and exterior wall insulation are eligible.
• Must have a manufacturer’s warranty for a period consistent with the industry standard and not less than one year.
• Must have a warranty provided by the Qualified Contractor for defects in materials and labour for a period of not less than one year.

Supporting documents required for Project Application Form

• A contractor quote itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade is being installed
  • Insulation brand and type to be installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the existing and new insulation
  • R-value of the existing and new insulation
  • Costs of material and installation.
• Material specification sheet(s) confirming product details.

Supporting documents required for Upgrade Completion Form

• A contractor invoice itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade was installed
  • Insulation brand and type installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the new insulation
  • R-value added
  • Installation date
  • Costs of material and installation.
• Photos of installed insulation, with R-value marking and thickness measurement, before being sealed behind sheeting.

Upgrade ID: R-WB-003

Insulation added to the walls and/or ground of the basement or the floor of a crawlspace significantly reduces heat loss through the areas of the building envelope in contact with earth.

This upgrade can also improve airtightness.

Effective Useful Life: 20 years

Eligibility Requirements

• A minimum of R-12 of insulation must be added to basement or crawlspace walls and/or floor.
• Must cover a minimum of 20 per cent of the total foundation wall and/or floor area.
• Must not be added to the ceiling of a crawlspace.
• Must have a manufacturer’s warranty for a period consistent with the industry standard and not less than one year.
• Must have a warranty provided by the Qualified Contractor for defects in materials and labour for a period of not less than one year.

Supporting documents required for Project Application Form

• A contractor quote itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade is being installed
  • Insulation brand and type to be installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the existing and new insulation
  • R-value of the existing and new insulation
  • Costs of material and installation.
• Material specification sheet(s) confirming product details.

Supporting documents required for Upgrade Completion Form

• A contractor invoice itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade was installed
  • Insulation brand and type installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the new insulation
  • R-value added
  • Installation date
  • Costs of material and installation.
• Photos of installed insulation, with R-value marking clearly visible and thickness measurement, before being sealed behind sheeting.

Upgrade ID: R-WB-004

Insulation added to the cavities around rim joists reduces heat loss through these areas of the building envelope. This reduces the load on the heating and/or cooling system.

This upgrade can also improve airtightness.

Effective Useful Life: 20 years

Eligibility Requirements

• Final insulation, including existing and added insulation, must be equal to or greater than R-12.
• Must be added to cavities around rim joists.
• All joints must be air sealed with caulk or spray foam.
• Must have a manufacturer’s warranty for a period consistent with the industry standard and not less than one year.
• Must have a warranty provided by the Qualified Contractor for defects in materials and labour for a period of not less than one year.

Supporting documents required for Project Application Form

• A contractor quote itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade is being installed
  • Insulation brand and type to be installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the existing and new insulation
  • R-value of the existing and new insulation
  • Costs of material and installation.
• Material specification sheet(s) confirming product details

Supporting documents required for Upgrade Completion Form

• A contractor invoice itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade was installed
  • Insulation brand and type installed
  • Method of installation
  • Amount (square feet) of the new insulation
  • R-value added
  • Installation date
  • Costs of material and installation.
• Photos of installed insulation, with R-value marking clearly visible and thickness measurement, before being sealed behind sheeting.

Upgrade ID: R-WB-005

Windows with low-e glazing reduce heat loss and gain through the window. This reduces the load on the heating and/or cooling system and improves energy efficiency in both summer and winter.

This upgrade can also improve airtightness.

Effective Useful Life: 15 years

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be ENERGY STAR certified or ENERGY STAR Most Efficient to the most recently published version.
• Must replace an existing less-efficient window.
• Must have a manufacturer’s warranty for a period consistent with the industry standard and not less than one year.
• Must have a warranty provided by the Qualified Contractor for defects in materials and labour for a period of not less than one year.
• City of Leduc and City of Edmonton additional eligibility requirements: 
  • Window must be triple or more pane.

Supporting documents required for Project Application Form

• A contractor quote itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade is being installed
  • Window type to be installed
  • Quantity
  • Size
  • U-factor
  • Make and model number(s)
  • Costs of equipment and installation.
• Specification sheet(s) confirming equipment details and ENERGY STAR certification, if the specifications aren’t included on the quote.

Supporting documents required for Upgrade Completion Form

• A contractor invoice itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade was installed
  • Window type installed
  • Quantity
  • Size
  • U-factor
  • Make and model number(s)
  • Installation date
  • Costs of equipment and installation.
• Photo(s) of the original ENERGY STAR label still attached to the window(s) once installed at the property, with all details clearly visible/legible.

Upgrade ID: R-WB-008

Energy-efficient door replacements reduce heat transfer through the door. This reduces the load on the heating and/or cooling system.

This upgrade can also improve airtightness.

Effective Useful Life: 15 years

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be ENERGY STAR certified to the most recently published version. Sliding glass doors are listed here and skylights are listed here.
• Must replace an existing less efficient, exterior door.
• Must have a manufacturer’s warranty for a period consistent with the industry standard and not less than one year.
• Must have a warranty provided by the Qualified Contractor for defects in materials and labour for a period of not less than one year.

Supporting documents required for Project Application Form

• A contractor quote itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade is being installed
  • Door type to be installed
  • Quantity
  • Size
  • U-factor
  • Make and model number(s)
  • Costs of equipment and installation.
• Specification sheet(s) confirming equipment details and ENERGY STAR certification, if the specifications aren’t included on the quote.

Supporting documents required for Upgrade Completion Form

• A contractor invoice itemizing:
  • Address of property where the upgrade was installed
  • Door type installed
  • Quantity
  • Size
  • U-factor
  • Make and model number(s)
  • Installation date
  • Costs of equipment and installation.
• Photo(s) of the original ENERGY STAR label still attached to the door(s) once installed at the property, with all details clearly visible/legible.