Rebate update, October 10, 2026: The former HER+ and Canada Greener Homes Grant programs are closed. See our current heat-pump rebates before budgeting for a new installation.
When looking for a heat pump system for their home, many Ottawa clients opt to install a hybrid heat pump system. This type of heating system utilizes a gas furnace in tandem with a heat pump, to heat and cool the home. This is popular for many reasons including, lower costs at cold temperatures, less up front costs and redundancy.
Why is this system so popular?
When this article was published in 2023, the Bosch IDS Premium heat pump paired with the Bosch BGH96 gas furnace was our most popular hybrid option among systems considered for the rebate programs available at that time. We have installed this system for over 5 years with amazing results, hundreds of clients have reduced their utility bills, dropped their carbon footprint and enjoyed year round comfort.
There are many reasons that this system is our most popular hybrid option! First, it comes at a very attractive price point. At AirZone we believe this system offers an amazing value when you consider the quality of performance you receive at a very fair price point. Secondly, this option allows most homes to take advantage of a very efficient heat pump. Many people in the Ottawa area do not have the infrastructure required to eliminate gas heating completely. This may be due to smaller electrical supply or low ceilings in the basement.
The Bosch heat pump allows you to utilize a heat pump for heating down to approximately -20C* and have a gas furnace as a backup. The unit also operates as a 20 SEER variable speed air conditioner to keep your house perfectly comfortable all summer long.
The former HER+ and Canada Greener Homes Grant offers discussed in this article are closed. Current rebate eligibility must be confirmed for the exact outdoor unit, indoor equipment match, home and installation requirements; do not include the former $6,500 or $5,000 offers in a new project budget.
**Each home is built differently and each homeowner utilizes their HVAC system differently. Some homes can operate a switch over temperature lower than other homes.
