
Recommended options include TECA’s Quality First software, Right-F280, and EnerGuide HOT2000 Full House Reports. a software that uses the CAN/CSA F280-12 calculation methodology.the HRAI Residential Heat Loss & Heat Gain technical manual in combination with the Microsoft Excel-based spreadsheets supplied with the CAN/CSA F280-12 standard.

Rule-of-thumb equipment sizing will not be accepted.Ĭontractors or Energy Advisors can perform the heat load calculation by using any of the following options:

CleanBC Better Homes Income Qualified Program requires that heat load calculations be completed to qualify for dual fuel ducted heat pump rebates.While CleanBC strongly recommends heat load calculations be completed for all heat pump installations, at this time, the requirement only applies to air-source heat pumps that are combined with a natural gas or propane furnace as backup. CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Program requires that heat load calculations be completed to qualify for dual fuel ducted heat pump rebates.

CleanBC Better Homes requires that heat load calculations be completed for the following programs:
