How Saint John is built
- Before 1961 34%
- 1961–1990 44%
- 1991–2000 9%
- 2001 or later 13%
What an evaluation finds in Saint John homes
Of Saint John's 19,705 houses (single-detached, semi-detached, row houses and duplexes), 34% were built before 1961 and 78% before 1991, according to the 2021 Census. The typical Saint John house dates from 1961–1970, 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 John gets about 4,580 heating degree-days a year and has a winter design temperature of −22.5°C, according to NRCan's HOT2000 climate data for Saint John. That's about 16% 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 the Saint John area, 38% of households heat mainly with electric baseboards and 32% with a heat pump; electricity is the main heating energy for 46% 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 Saint John
Through the Total Home Energy Savings Program, a Certified Energy Advisor charges $99 + HST, covering both the initial and final evaluations.
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 John
Every organization below is licensed by NRCan to deliver EnerGuide evaluations and lists Saint John postal codes. Coverage is the share of Saint John's urban postal areas each one lists.
- Enercheck Solutions
- Homesol Building Solutions
- RU-Green Energy Solutions
- ThermalWise Green Building Cooperative
Rebates and financing an evaluation unlocks in Saint John
Home energy audit in Saint John: common questions
How much does a home energy audit cost in Saint John?
Through the Total Home Energy Savings Program, a Certified Energy Advisor charges $99 + HST, covering both the initial and final evaluations.
How many companies do EnerGuide evaluations in Saint John?
NRCan's list of service organizations shows 4 licensed organizations with Saint John 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 New Brunswick?
Currently: New Brunswick Total Home Energy Savings Program (Evaluation-first: register, get the Home Energy Evaluation, then collect incentives on the recommended upgrades — insulation, heating, doors, windows). Check the program page for current terms before you book.