• Look for an energy efficiency home label - this can mean savings on utility bills and increased comfort.
• If a home has an EnerGuide label, that means an EnerGuide home evaluation was completed. Ask your REALTOR® if the owner has provided a copy of the EnerGuide homeowner report. This can provide you with an overview of the energy performance of the home and possible energy efficiency upgrades. If the home had an improved rating due to those upgrades, consider the benefits when purchasing that home compared to others.
• Look for the ENERGY STAR® home label. These homes are on average 20% more energy- efficient than typical new homes, which will save you money on utility bills, improve your comfort, and help the environment.
• Look for a highly efficient ENERGY STAR® certified furnace, A/C or appliances, which will save you money on energy bills in the years to come.
• Ask your REALTOR® if energy ratings are displayed in the listing information, so you can compare with other homes on the market.

Look for the labels

EnerGuide, ENERGY STAR® and R-2000 labels help Canadians make informed decisions when it comes to choosing energy-efficient homes and products.

More information on these initiatives can be found in the sections that follow