How Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu is built
- Before 1961 19%
- 1961–1990 41%
- 1991–2000 14%
- 2001 or later 26%
What an evaluation finds in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu homes
Of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu's 26,960 houses (single-detached, semi-detached, row houses and duplexes), 19% were built before 1961 and 60% before 1991, according to the 2021 Census. The typical Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu house dates from 1981–1990, 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.
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu gets about 4,275 heating degree-days a year and has a winter design temperature of −24°C, according to NRCan's HOT2000 climate data for L'Acadie. That's about 9% more 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 Quebec, 54% of households heat mainly with electric baseboards, 16% with a heat pump, 11% with a forced-air furnace and 4% with a boiler and radiators; electricity is the main heating energy for 70% of households, natural gas for 5% and wood for 4% (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 Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
In Quebec, EnerGuide evaluations are booked through the provincial Rénoclimat program: the pre-retrofit evaluation costs $150 plus taxes, reimbursed when you receive financial assistance under the program, and the first post-retrofit evaluation is free.
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 Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
In Quebec, EnerGuide evaluations for existing homes run through the provincial Rénoclimat program; the organizations below are the ones NRCan lists for Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu postal codes.
Every organization below is licensed by NRCan to deliver EnerGuide evaluations and lists Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu postal codes. Coverage is the share of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu's urban postal areas each one lists.
- Expertbâtiment Services-Conseils
- Habite-Co 2000
- Les Services ecoPlus
- Legault-Dubois
Rebates and financing an evaluation unlocks in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
Home energy audit in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu: common questions
How much does a home energy audit cost in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu?
In Quebec, EnerGuide evaluations are booked through the provincial Rénoclimat program: the pre-retrofit evaluation costs $150 plus taxes, reimbursed when you receive financial assistance under the program, and the first post-retrofit evaluation is free.
How many companies do EnerGuide evaluations in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu?
NRCan's list of service organizations shows 4 licensed organizations with Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu 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 Quebec?
Currently: Rénoclimat (Quebec) (Quebec's audit-linked path: an assigned evaluator for $150 + tax (refunded except the tax when you receive assistance), then rebates for insulation, air sealing, doors and windows). Check the program page for current terms before you book.