London HVAC guide: heat pumps, rebates & costs

London's relatively mild design temperature (-16°C) makes it one of Ontario's best cities for full heat pump conversions without a gas backup.

Climate zone: Zone 6
Design temp: -16°C
Gas utility: Enbridge Gas
Electric utility: London Hydro

What matters most in London

✓Mild design temp means electric-backup heat pumps are viable
✓Snow belt areas (north of city) see heavier lake-effect snow
✓London Hydro offers separate heat pump rebates on top of HRS

Guides for London homeowners

Articles most relevant to London's climate zone and utility setup.

Cost

Heat Pump vs. Furnace Cost

Full 15-year cost comparison for Ontario homeowners — install cost, Enbridge gas vs. electricity rates, rebates applied, and when a hybrid system wins.

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2026 Ontario Heat Pump Rebates

How much you can actually get back on a heat pump in Ontario in 2026 — the Home Renovation Savings program, Enbridge rebates, and what replaced the Greener Homes Grant.

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Neighbourhoods we cover in London

Our contractor matches serve homeowners across London and surrounding communities.

ByronMasonvilleOld NorthHyde ParkWhite Oaks

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