How Winnipeg is built
- Before 1961 37%
- 1961–1990 40%
- 1991–2000 6%
- 2001 or later 17%
What an evaluation finds in Winnipeg homes
Of Winnipeg's 202,915 houses (single-detached, semi-detached, row houses and duplexes), 37% were built before 1961 and 77% before 1991, according to the 2021 Census. The typical Winnipeg 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.
Winnipeg gets about 5,542 heating degree-days a year and has a winter design temperature of −31.3°C, according to NRCan's HOT2000 climate data for Winnipeg International. That's the 6th-highest heating demand 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 Winnipeg area, 66% of households heat mainly with a forced-air furnace, 12% with electric baseboards and about 7% with a boiler and radiators; natural gas is the main heating energy for 56% of households and electricity for 27% (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 Winnipeg
Efficiency Manitoba rebates $400 on a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation if you own the home, it has Manitoba Hydro residential service and you plan at least one upgrade within 12 months. Apply within 90 days.
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 Winnipeg
Every organization below is licensed by NRCan to deliver EnerGuide evaluations and lists Winnipeg postal codes. Coverage is the share of Winnipeg's urban postal areas each one lists.
- CoEfficient Building Science
- Energy Werx Profile
- EnerQuality
- EnerSolution Profile
- Green Think
- Greenbrain Profile
- NRG Inspections and Consulting
- prairieHOUSE Performance
- The Energuy Profile
- Buildingexpert
- Isle Energy Consulting
- Sensible Home Inspection
Rebates and financing an evaluation unlocks in Winnipeg
Home energy audit in Winnipeg: common questions
How much does a home energy audit cost in Winnipeg?
Efficiency Manitoba rebates $400 on a pre-retrofit EnerGuide evaluation if you own the home, it has Manitoba Hydro residential service and you plan at least one upgrade within 12 months. Apply within 90 days.
How many companies do EnerGuide evaluations in Winnipeg?
NRCan's list of service organizations shows 12 licensed organizations with Winnipeg 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 Manitoba?
Currently: Efficiency Manitoba home rebates ($400 back on your EnerGuide evaluation, with insulation and heating rebates stacked on top). Check the program page for current terms before you book.