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Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program
Hot water softener plumbing rebate for homeowners
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 50
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program offers a one-time $50 rebate for homeowners who change their plumbing to soften hot water only. It supports water-saving plumbing changes and related testing and confirmation steps for eligible homes.
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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 $
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Construction
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
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 on hot water only.
Documents Needed
- Water Softener Plumbing Rebate form
- Water hardness test results
- Itemized plumbing receipts
- Void cheque or direct deposit form
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Waterloo Region homeowners.
- Owners of single, semi-detached, townhomes, or duplexes with their own meter.
- Homes 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, Ontario
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
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program?
This program offers a one-time $50 rebate for homeowners who change their plumbing to soften hot water only. It supports water-saving plumbing changes and related testing and confirmation steps for eligible homes.
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:
Homeowners in Waterloo Region.
Eligible home types with own meter.
Hot-water-only softener change.
What expenses are eligible under Water Softener Plumbing Rebate Program?
Changing home plumbing to soften hot water only.
Installing a new water softener on hot water only.
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 Grant and Funding