How Kamloops is built
- Before 1961 11%
- 1961–1990 51%
- 1991–2000 15%
- 2001 or later 24%
What an evaluation finds in Kamloops homes
Of Kamloops's 32,450 houses (single-detached, semi-detached, row houses and duplexes), 11% were built before 1961 and 62% before 1991, according to the 2021 Census. The typical Kamloops house dates from 1971–1980, and an evaluation is how you find out what that means for yours: the blower door measures air leakage, the advisor inspects the attic, walls, basement, windows and heating system, and the report ranks upgrades by what they'd save.
Kamloops gets about 3,365 heating degree-days a year and has a winter design temperature of −17.8°C, according to NRCan's HOT2000 climate data for Kamloops. That's about 14% less heating demand than the middle of the 70 cities we cover. The more heating a climate needs, the more each fix is worth, which is why the evaluation's ranked list matters more in some cities than others.
In the Kamloops area, 83% of households heat mainly with a forced-air furnace; natural gas is the main heating energy for 90% of households (Statistics Canada, 2023). The heating system on the report shapes the recommendations: a forced-air furnace invites a ducted heat pump, electric baseboards a ductless one.
What it costs in Kamloops
There's no provincial price list; the City of Nanaimo quotes $400–$500 as typical for an existing home. Several B.C. municipalities subsidize evaluations for their residents (see local programs below).
- Retrofit Assist discounted EnerGuide evaluation: For a limited time, Retrofit Assist participants in Kamloops can book an EnerGuide evaluation for $99 + tax ('a savings of $500 or more'), while subsidies last. Kamloops page updated Jan 2026. Details
Most providers quote the initial (pre-upgrade) and follow-up (post-upgrade) visits separately. Rebate programs that pay on measured improvement need both, so ask for the combined price.
How it works
- Initial evaluation, about 2–3 hours. The advisor measures and inspects the house and runs the blower door test.
- Report and EnerGuide rating. You get the home's energy rating in gigajoules per year and a list of recommended upgrades with estimated savings.
- Do the work. Most rebate programs only count upgrades done after the initial evaluation.
- Follow-up evaluation. A second visit measures the improvement, which is what most rebates pay on.
NRCan-licensed service organizations serving Kamloops
Every organization below is licensed by NRCan to deliver EnerGuide evaluations and lists Kamloops postal codes. Coverage is the share of Kamloops's urban postal areas each one lists.
- Acacia Engineering
- Capital Home Energy
- Energy Werx Profile
- Enerhome Consulting
- EnerSolution Profile
- ER Energy Solutions
- GETS Energy
- Green Canada Home Advisors Profile
- Greenbrain Profile
- HomeTech Energy Solutions
- Isle Energy Consulting
- Sensible Home Inspections
- The Energuy Profile
- VerdaTech Energy Management and Consulting
- Canada Energy Audit Profile
- Engreen Home
- Green Think
- EnerVision
- City Green Solutions
- CoEfficient Building Science
Rebates and financing an evaluation unlocks in Kamloops
Home energy audit in Kamloops: common questions
How much does a home energy audit cost in Kamloops?
There's no provincial price list; the City of Nanaimo quotes $400–$500 as typical for an existing home. Several B.C. municipalities subsidize evaluations for their residents (see local programs below). Kamloops also has a municipal evaluation subsidy for eligible homeowners.
How many companies do EnerGuide evaluations in Kamloops?
NRCan's list of service organizations shows 20 licensed organizations with Kamloops postal codes (checked September 25, 2026).
How long does an EnerGuide evaluation take?
The initial visit usually takes two to three hours, including the blower door test. The follow-up visit after upgrades is shorter.
Which rebates need an EnerGuide evaluation in British Columbia?
Currently: BC Home Energy Improvement Bonus ($20 for every percentage-point your home improves — $750 minimum, $2,000 maximum — or $300 for any two upgrades). Check the program page for current terms before you book.