Ontario’s Home Renovation Savings Program (HRSP) offers rebates of up to $10,000 for qualifying cold-climate heat pump installations — and the program runs through November 2026. Madina Mechanical installs heat pumps across Scarborough and all of Durham Region. If you’re replacing an aging gas furnace, upgrading your central AC, or looking for a more efficient year-round HVAC solution, a heat pump with the HRSP rebate may be the most financially smart HVAC decision you can make this year.
What Is a Heat Pump?
A heat pump is a single HVAC system that cools your home in summer and heats it in winter. In summer it works exactly like central air conditioning. In winter it extracts heat from outdoor air — yes, even cold air contains heat energy — and moves it inside. Modern cold-climate heat pumps operate efficiently at -15°C and continue working at reduced capacity down to -25°C or below.
One installation replaces both your furnace and your central AC, at 2–4x the efficiency of a gas furnace. Scarborough homeowners with aging furnaces and AC systems are strong candidates for heat pump replacement, especially with the HRSP rebate in place.
Ontario HRSP Rebate — Up to $10,000 for Scarborough Homeowners
- Cold-climate air-source heat pump (ducted): Up to $10,000
- Standard air-source heat pump (ducted): Up to $6,500
- Ductless mini-split heat pump: Up to $5,000
To qualify, you must be replacing an existing heating system. Installation must be by a licensed HVAC contractor and equipment must meet minimum efficiency requirements. Madina Mechanical reviews your eligibility during your free quote visit and helps prepare the rebate application.
Heat Pump vs. Gas Furnace + AC — The Scarborough Math
- Replacing aging furnace + central AC (traditional): $6,000–$12,000 installed
- Cold-climate heat pump installation: $9,000–$16,000 installed
- After HRSP rebate (up to $10,000): Net cost $3,000–$9,000
- Annual operating savings: $400–$900 vs. gas heating for average Scarborough home
What’s Included in Our Scarborough Heat Pump Installation
- Free in-home assessment and load calculation
- Equipment recommendation matched to your home size, ducts, and budget
- Full installation — outdoor unit, indoor coil or air handler, line set, electrical connections
- ESA electrical permit (included in all quotes)
- Refrigerant charge and full system commissioning
- HRSP rebate eligibility review and application preparation guidance
- Manufacturer warranty 5–10 years on equipment; 1-year labour warranty
Ducted vs. Ductless Heat Pumps — Which Is Right for Your Scarborough Home?
Ducted (central) heat pump: Connects to your existing furnace ductwork. The heat pump handles cooling and moderate-cold heating; a gas furnace provides backup for extreme cold. Best for homes with existing ductwork that want a seamless upgrade.
Ductless mini-split heat pump: No ductwork required. Wall-mounted indoor units connect to an outdoor condenser via refrigerant lines. Each zone is independently controlled. Best for homes with baseboard or radiant heat, home additions, and supplemental heating and cooling zones.
Does a Heat Pump Work in Scarborough Winters?
Yes. Scarborough’s winter low temperatures typically range from -10°C to -20°C during cold snaps. Cold-climate heat pumps from Mitsubishi, Daikin, Bosch, and Carrier maintain significant heating output at these temperatures. Most Scarborough homeowners use a heat pump as their primary heat source with a gas furnace as a backup for extreme cold below -20°C. Many run heat pump-only systems without any backup.
FAQ — Heat Pump Installation Scarborough
How long does installation take? Most Scarborough heat pump installations complete in one full day. Multi-zone ductless systems may take two days.
Do I qualify for the HRSP rebate? You qualify if you are replacing an existing gas or electric heating system with a qualifying cold-climate heat pump. We assess your eligibility during the free in-home quote at no charge.
Do I need to remove my gas furnace? Not always. In a ducted dual-fuel system, the heat pump and gas furnace work together. The heat pump handles most of the heating; the furnace provides backup for extreme cold. If the furnace is aging, replacing both together is often more cost-effective.
What brands do you install? Mitsubishi Hyper-Heat, Daikin FIT, Carrier Infinity, Bosch Inverter — all cold-climate rated systems built for Ontario winters.
Call (416) 424-4328 for a free heat pump assessment in Scarborough. Madina Mechanical — 100 McLevin Ave #212, Scarborough, ON M1B 5K1.
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