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Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program
Hot-water softener rebate for homeowners
Funding available
$ 50
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Waterloo Region homeowners of single, semi-detached or townhouses using a salt-based softener.
See full eligibility
Overview
Residential Water Conservation offers Waterloo Region homeowners a one-time $50 rebate for hot-water-only softener plumbing changes. It helps households reduce water use through leak checks, water hardness testing, and plumbing changes that soften hot water only.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 50 $
- Minimum amount : 50 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Changing home plumbing to soften hot water only.
- Installing a new water softener that only softens hot water.
Documents Needed
- Water Softener Plumbing Rebate form
- Water hardness test results
- Itemized plumbing receipts
- Void cheque or direct deposit form
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Waterloo Region homeowners of single, semi-detached or townhouses using a salt-based softener.
Who is not eligible
- Businesses.
- Large apartment buildings.
Eligible expenses
- Plumbing changes to soften hot water only.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Purchase of a water softener alone.
- Businesses.
- Large apartment buildings.
Eligible geographic areas
- Waterloo Region
How to apply
- Step 1: Register for the rebate
- Submit the rebate form.
- Receive a water hardness test kit or complete registration during a Home Water Review.
- Submit water hardness results.
- Step 2: Complete the plumbing change
- Make the plumbing change yourself or hire a plumber.
- Step 3: Confirm the change
- Submit itemized plumbing receipts, or complete hardness testing through a Home Water Review.
- Request more hardness test strips if needed.
- Step 4: Receive the rebate
- Submit a void cheque or direct deposit form.
- Receive the $50 rebate by direct deposit.
Processing and Agreement
- Register for the rebate and submit water hardness results.
- Complete the plumbing changes.
- Submit receipts or confirm the change through testing.
- Provide direct deposit details to receive payment.
Additional information
- The rebate is a one-time payment per household.
- The purchase of a water softener alone does not qualify.
- Homeowners may register during a free Home Water Review.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program Program
What is the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program?
Residential Water Conservation offers Waterloo Region homeowners a one-time $50 rebate for hot-water-only softener plumbing changes. It helps households reduce water use through leak checks, water hardness testing, and plumbing changes that soften hot water only.
How much funding can be received?
Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program Funds up to $50 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program program?
To be eligible for the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program program, you must:
Waterloo Region homeowners of single, semi-detached or townhouses using a salt-based softener.
Changed plumbing from softening cold and hot water to softening hot water only.
Installed a new water softener that only softens hot water.
What expenses are eligible under Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program?
Changing home plumbing to soften hot water only.
Installing a new water softener that only softens hot water.
Who can I contact for more information about the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program?
You can contact Region of Waterloo by email at watercycle@regionofwaterloo.ca or by phone at 519-575-4400.
Where is the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program available?
The Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program is a Other Support